The Greenland Fiasco Stumbles to an End
President Trump announced an agreement that appeared to satisfy all parties but came at a great cost.
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Cuba’s Old Economic Model Is ‘Exhausted’
A top Havana diplomat says the country is changing. But will it be enough to satisfy President Trump?
MAGA Is Making the World Safe for Corruption
Far-right ideologues have transformed American foreign policy into a tool of private gain and antidemocratic reaction.
How Colin Powell Spent 9/11
His insistence during an overseas trip on championing democracy in foreign policy is now a relic.
Trump Is Preparing for a Long War
The military is doing long-term planning for its force in the Persian Gulf, risking further strain on the Navy.
A War of Assassinations
The U.S. and Iran are engaged in a conflict that is massive in scale but personal in nature.
Will Taiwan Just Give Up?
The Taiwanese don’t trust Trump, and they don’t believe America will come to their defense. A deal with China is starting to look inevitable.
The Schism Within the Trump Administration on Mexico
Officials are veering between praise for cooperation and threats to attack.
Dan Driscoll’s Parting Shot
The Army secretary told Trump about problems in the Army and his friction with Hegseth, then resigned.
The Latest Empty Threat Against Iran
The Trump administration gave its own explanation for why sanctions against Tehran won’t work.