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UN Counterterrorism and Technology: What Role for Human Rights in Security?
A key UN committee opened its doors to civil society and experts, but the resulting Delhi Declaration contains little of that input thus far.

More Turbulence Ahead for Twitter as the EU’s Digital Services Act Tests Musk’s Vision
Much depends on how social media platforms interpret their obligations under the new regulation, and how EU authorities enforce it.

Strengthening Press Freedom: New Media Principles for Commonwealth States
Law ministers from the 56 member countries decide this week whether to support strong protections -- and enforcement to carry them out.

Fighting Tunisia’s Rampant Corruption with Autocracy – Kais Saied’s Chimera
Three years since taking office as president, the pledges that legitimized his ascent have fallen far short as he moves to monopolize power.

Israel’s Newfound Interest in the Western Balkans is a Welcome Opening
A recent visit shows how these small regional states can advance their own strategic interests and deepen their political influence.

Tracking COP27: Notable Moments and Key Themes
As COP27 draws to a close, our tracker provides expert analysis and the latest climate coverage.

Is Colombia Trapped in “War Mode?” In Wake of Truth Commission, New Leftist Government Recalibrates US Ties
Strengthening rule of law and democracy will require re-engineering the joint policies of the US and Colombian governments.

Amid the Russia-Ukraine War, a Dutch Court Prepares to Rule on Four Suspects in the 2014 Downing of Flight MH17
All 298 people aboard were killed when the Malaysian airliner, flying from Amsterdam, was shot down over Russian-controlled territory.

America’s Autocratic Persian Gulf ‘Partners’ Are Actually Liabilities
Support for leaders who remain in power only via repression and cooptation is a recipe for instability, not strategic success.

Iranian Women’s Demands for Freedom Must Be Heard
Iranians continue to protest discriminatory rules in a bid to achieve gender equality.

Право міжнародних договорів у воєнний час: приклад Чорноморської зернової ініціативи
Ми показуємо, як право міжнародних договорів зіграло конструктивну фонову роль у стабілізації глобальних…

Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Fight Can Overcome US Skeptics
Amid likely GOP control of the House, strong steps would help Ukraine get the assistance it needs, while advancing reforms and EU accession.