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How Biden Can Bring Detained Americans in Iran Home
This week, the Biden administration agreed to swap Afghan drug lord Bashir Noorzai for the freedom of U.S. citizen Mark Frerichs, who the Taliban held in captivity for the last…

Framing the Problem of Hunger and Conflict at the UN Security Council
Hunger and famine, like conflicts, are always the result of political failures. Governments and international institutions have failed to listen to the most vulnerable communities…

Long-Term International Climate Assistance to Pakistan is a Hard Sell, but Necessary. Here’s Why.
In addition to the human toll in one of the world’s most vulnerable States, climate change also poses a stability threat.

Amid Devastating Floods, Pakistan’s Leaders Must Learn from the Past to Avoid Future Mistakes
The government needs a thoughtful, inclusive, and holistic plan to address what has become an annual cycle of heat, drought, and monsoon rain.

The World Should Protect Afghan Refugees Fleeing the Taliban’s Oppression
The international community must urgently do more to help Afghan refugees.

After a Year of Privation With the Taliban’s Return, the People of Afghanistan Deserve Better from the US and the World
Tactical, short-sighted measures are not sufficient to prevent further worsening of conditions. A new approach is needed to meet the moment.

Meeting the Challenges of International Organizations’ New Threat Environment
Analysis of and recommendations for risk-mitigation planning, bolstering statutory immunity, international accountability, managing litigation & more.

South Sudan: The Road to a Living Hell, Paved with Peace Deals
A singular focus by the US and partners on power-sharing and elections to end the war has instead bred famine and a violent kleptocracy.

U.S. Under Secretary of State Nuland on Accelerating Aid to Ukraine and Sanctions Against Russia
Military and humanitarian aid, sanctions, the broader region, and a domino effect on the Iran deal and Venezuela. Senate hearing highlights.

Гуманітарні коридори в Україні: глухий кут, підступна витівка чи вузький промінь надії?
Чи є обіцянка гуманітарного коридору цинічною витівкою, чи дає надію?

Humanitarian Corridors in Ukraine: Impasse, Ploy or Narrow Passage of Hope?
Humanitarian corridors have a long history of assisting civilians in armed conflict, but they are not without serious shortcomings or risks.

Aid Agencies Can’t Fix Afghanistan’s Humanitarian Crisis
Crisis urgently requires structural, lasting policy solutions.