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Commentary

Germany’s Weapon Freeze: Political Gesture or Policy Shift?

An August 10 announcement suspending the German export of offensive weapons to Israel has ignited intense debate on the real impact of
September 25, 2025
Staša Salacanin
Commentary

Moldova’s 2025 Elections: A Test Case for Russia’s Hybrid Warfare

Why Russia’s hybrid campaign to tip the scales of elections in Moldova has global implications.
September 25, 2025
Sanda Sandu
Commentary

Assessing Cyber Risks and Resilience in India and Pakistan

Taking stock of the threats, opportunities, and mitigation measures in India and Pakistan’s civilian cyber and digital ecosystems.
September 25, 2025
Arindrajit Basu
Commentary

Effective Buck-Passing: Why the US Should Welcome the Saudi-Pakistan Defense Pact

Unpacking what the recent Saudi-Pakistan defense pact means for U.S. Interests
September 24, 2025
Asfandyar Mir
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Pakistan-Saudi Pact Reveals Growing Distrust of US-Led Security Architecture

The decision by the two countries reflects growing unease among wealthy Arab petrostates about the willingness of the United States to defend
September 22, 2025
Mohammad Salami
Commentary

Demographic Decline Amid Authoritarian Decay in Tunisia

Tunisia’s accelerating population aging collides with authoritarian decay, deepening economic, social, and institutional collapse.
September 20, 2025
Hafed Al Ghwell
Commentary

How to Deal with Trump at UNGA 80

While U.S. hostility toward the United Nations ahead of the UN General Assembly has provoked a funding and identity crisis for the
September 19, 2025
Andrew Hyde
Commentary

A View from Seoul: First 100 Days of the Lee Jae Myung Administration

An interview with Professor Ahn Byong-jin sharing his assessment of the first 100 days of the Lee Jae Myung administration.
September 19, 2025
J. James Kim
Commentary

7 Issues to Watch at UNGA 80

As world leaders prepare to converge on New York next week for UNGA 80, Stimson Center experts preview the major debates they
September 19, 2025
Lisa Sharland
Commentary

China’s Red Sea Play: From Security Free-Rider to Disruption Enabler

While Iran remains the Houthis’ principal military sponsor, Chinese-sourced materiel is playing a growing role in sustaining their war effort and bolstering
September 18, 2025
Leonardo Jacopo Maria Mazzucco
Commentary

Resisting Iran’s High-Tech War on Women Three Years After Mahsa Amini’s Death

Three years after the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests, women in Iran continue to resist an increasingly sophisticated surveillance apparatus.
September 16, 2025
Emily Blout
Commentary

SAV Q&A with Bidushi Dhungel: Nepal’s Political Revolution and Quest for a More Equitable Future

On Monday, September 8, Nepal experienced a remarkable and rapid political upheaval as youth-led protests gave way to violence and widespread destruction

September 15, 2025
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