
Verifying Peace, Promoting Protection: The Experience of Colombia’s UN Verification Mission
The UN Verification Mission in Colombia demonstrates that peace operations contribute in diverse ways to protecting civilians
October 21, 2025


Rethinking the Threat with Dan Grazier, The Stimson Center
Dan discusses his new report, “Rethinking the Threat: Why China is Unlikely to Invade Taiwan”
October 18, 2025

While Others Retreat, Latin America and the Caribbean Embraced Multilateralism at UNGA 80
At UNGA 80, Latin American leaders demonstrated a commitment to global cooperation, offering a bold counterpoint to rising unilateralism
October 17, 2025


Israel Needs a Better Strategy to Defeat the Houthis in Yemen
Even if the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas holds, Israel’s Houthi problem is unlikely to disappear
October 16, 2025

The Glass Ceiling Goes Digital: How AI May Write Women Out of Work
AI in the workforce might hurt women’s job prospects and deepen structural inequality
October 16, 2025

Can Foreign Aid Be Reformed? Should It Be?
The Net Assessment crew discusses the effectiveness of foreign aid.
October 16, 2025


Gaza Ceasefire Could Give Iran Another Chance at Negotiations with the US
If the accord survives its initial stages, Iranian hard-liners could face a stark choice: support the peace agreement, redefining Iran’s regional role, or oppose it, risking alienation from Palestinian allies and even more diminished regional influence
October 15, 2025