The American Global Order Could End
U.S. voters wanted change. The world may pay the price.
Why Netanyahu Fired His Defense Minister
The Israeli prime minister faces a dilemma that Yoav Gallant’s departure won’t solve.
Photos of the Week: Flaming Barrel, Scottish Surf, Pelican Icon
Election Day in the United States of America, a volcanic eruption in Indonesia, a penny-farthing race in Prague, autumn colors in China, and much more
My Hope for Palestine
There’s still a path to lasting peace. But we’ll need a new set of leaders.
Xi May Lose His Gamble
North Korean troops are in Russia. Is that really what’s best for Beijing?
The Greatest Opportunity That Wasn’t
Chaos is the only likely winner in the Middle East.
Photos of the Week: Beach Bus, Ghost Dog, Celtic Fire
Autumn colors across Europe, Day of the Dead displays in Mexico, Diwali lights in India, deadly flooding in Spain, World Series celebrations in Los Angeles, and much more
‘The Iranian Period Is Finished’
Hezbollah’s losses have led some in Lebanon to imagine a future without it.
Photos: The Spirit of Halloween 2024
Recent images that show some scary (and fun) pre-Halloween festivities around the world
How Israel Could Be Changing Iran’s Nuclear Calculus
Newly threatened, the Iranian regime might pursue a bomb to try to salvage its national security.
Giant Mythological Puppets Stage a Show in Toulouse
Images of several remarkable huge puppets performing in the streets of Toulouse
Full-On War Between Israel and Iran Isn’t Inevitable
After Israel attacked several military sites, Iran has an opportunity to de-escalate the conflict.
Photos of the Week: Centaur Skeleton, Sheep Spiral, Resting Raccoon
Flooding in the Moroccan desert, a volcanic eruption in Mexico, an illuminated abbey in England, a space-shuttle mock-up in California, a giant pigeon in New York City, and much more
What Is Russia Doing With North Korean Troops?
Washington worries too much about what Putin thinks.
Photos of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair
Visitors at the fair were introduced to everything from Cracker Jack and Juicy Fruit gum to large-scale electric lighting and the Ferris wheel.
Taiwan Has a Trump Problem
The former president’s recent rhetoric shows how his reelection could undo the central promise sustaining today’s international order.
Iranian Dissidents Don’t Want War With Israel—But They Can’t Stop It
The opposition fears that Israeli attacks will strengthen the Islamic Republic.
What Would a Second Trump Administration Mean for the Middle East?
Markets, weapons, and a deal, any deal, are likely to matter more than Israeli-Palestinian peace.
Sinwar’s Death Changes Nothing
The Gaza war will go on until both sides stop wanting it to.
Two People Will Decide What Comes of Sinwar’s Death
Freedom for the hostages, or more of the same?