Diplomacy
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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.

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.

Loss and Damage at COP27: What’s Been Lost, What Can We Salvage From the Damage?
States should fund serious progress on loss and damage now to avoid future bills related to climate change.

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.

Війна Путіна проти України та ризики поспішного ведення переговорів
У цьому контексті дивними здається час активних – і потенційно небезпечних – закликів до Заходу…

Putin’s War Against Ukraine and the Risks of Rushing to Negotiations
Intensified calls for the West to initiate talks on essentially his terms seem oddly timed – and potentially dangerous.

UN Efforts on Ukraine, However Imperfect, Highlight Importance of International Cooperation
"[E]ven as the international community comes to grips with the U.N.’s limitations, the war in Ukraine demonstrates that we must not lose sight of its potential."

Turkey’s Erdoğan Deploys Sweden and Finland’s NATO Membership Bids to Further His Repression
Any accession deal must ensure the potential newest members don’t flout the rule of law that helps underpin the strength of the alliance.
New US Semiconductor Export Controls Signify Dramatic Shift in Tech Relations With China
The new rule aims to counter China’s development of advanced technologies that the Biden administration sees as harming national security.

The International Court of Justice: A Bright Light in Dark Times
"When diplomacy has failed and arms are again resorted to, international law remains the last possible language between States."

Democracies Must Stop Playing Games with Myanmar’s Representation at the United Nations
Member States that believe in human rights must take the necessary steps to give the Burmese people a voice at the United Nations.