International and Foreign

Beyond suing the Taliban and awaiting a potential ICJ case, the international community should meaningfully act on women's rights now.

Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy could prove conducive to breakthrough AI agreements — especially with China.

The "hunting" may be part of a Kremlin strategy to seize more territory, drive out Ukrainians, and pacify those left in advance of any talks.

Trump faces a significant challenge in addressing Iran's nuclear program, but he also has an opportunity to reduce its proliferation risks.

Democracies must challenge Beijing’s threats to the UN human rights system and its standards, as they are starting to do on Taiwan.

Will Trump increase the pace and number of U.S. strikes and operations in Somalia, and what would be the implications for civilian harm?

The U.S. government and its allies should impose network-based sanctions on President Salva Kiir and his corrupt regime.

The Lebanon and Golan Heights missions show certain ability to separate warring sides and support ceasefires, but with serious limitations.

Washington Senior Editor Viola Gienger interviewed Oleksandra Matviichuk about her organization's documentation of grave crimes in Ukraine.

A trial in Finland of a commander for the Wagner affiliate Rusich could reshape the legal framework for accountability in such cases.

The coming AI presidency will demand careful preparation—not only to adapt to potential changes in U.S. policy but also to safeguard international collaboration on AI governance.

The Human Rights Reporting Gateway can help the State Department enforce the Leahy law by providing key information from NGOs and victims.