Diplomacy

An exploration of how bargains between Trump and Putin may play out in negotiations to end Russia's war, and the consequences for the vital interests of Ukraine.

The U.S. and China dispute who should initiate resolutions on Afghanistan in the United Nations Security Council, signaling broader tensions.

The Trump administration’s action undermines bipartisan efforts to support freedom fighters and enables corrupt autocrats.

The threat is greatest in central Mali, but persecution of the Fulbe (Fulani) across the region seeds fertile ground for ethnic cleansing.

Reviews of programs in new administrations don't require such damaging, destructive, and likely unconstitutional freezes.

The United Nations must do better in exercising strategic leadership in atrocity crimes prevention and response.

President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio's 90-day halt endangers health, economic and other programs, leaving gaps for China to fill.

The Assad atrocities have long served as a painful example of the limits of international justice, but there is now a chance to change that.

US and international law haven't changed since the last time Trump tried mandating withdrawal and nonpayment during his first term.

Member States claim to want peace. Addressing issues in the "Joint Office" would elevate atrocity prevention as a priority.

The ruling party is cracking down on protests and aligning with Russia and China, even Iran, risking added instability in a fraught region.

The U.S. genocide determination should trigger concerted efforts to support the people of Sudan and set an example that wars and human rights abuses should not and cannot be profitable.…