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The Resignation of Joe Kent over the Iran War
A Moral and Strategic Break in National Security On March 17, 2026, Joe Kent, the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), submitted his immediate resignation in protest of the…
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Trump’s Nuclear Preemption: Rationalizing “Operation Epic Fury”
The “Preventative War” Doctrine On March 16, 2026, President Donald Trump offered a new, more alarmist rationale for the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, claiming the operation was a preemptive move…
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Iran Blames US-Israel for Global Energy Crisis
The Narratives of Responsibility On March 17, 2026, the Iranian Foreign Ministry issued a formal statement blaming the “reckless military aggression” of the United States and Israel for the total…
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Does Chinese investment in US clean energy sectors help or hurt America?
Global Context First, Chinese investment in clean energy must be understood within the broader competition between the United States and China to dominate future energy technologies. China has invested heavily…
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US’s new scramble for Africa is biomedical imperialism
The Militarization of Global Health Governance In a critical analysis published in March 2026, Al Jazeera examines how the renewed United States strategy toward the African continent has mutated into…
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Tracking trade amid uncertain and changing tariff policies
Changing Trade Policy Landscape After decades of relative stability, U.S. trade policy shifted significantly beginning in 2018, marked by rising tariffs and increasing uncertainty for global trade flows. Consequently, tariffs…
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Cuba-US Dialogue Amidst Escalating Trump Administration Threats
Diplomatic Engagement Under Strategic Duress In March 2026, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed that high-level talks were held between Havana and Washington, despite the increasingly hostile rhetoric from the Trump…
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Indo – Pacific perspectives on the prospect of a US – China G2
Regional debate over a possible G2 Perspectives across the Indo-Pacific evaluate whether a closer relationship between the United States and China could resemble a “G2,” meaning a system dominated by…
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The US Postal Service’s fiscal crisis
Origins of the Fiscal Crisis Initially, the modern United States Postal Service was designed to connect the nation through personal, educational, and business correspondence. However, technological change has weakened that…
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Restoring the voices that transformed American history and democracy
Historical Truth and Democracy Understanding First, understanding American identity requires acknowledging both freedom and oppression. Learning about slavery, disenfranchisement, and Indigenous displacement reveals the foundations shaping democratic institutions and national…
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Fair drug prices requires legislation, not executive orders
Rising Drug Prices in the United States First, prescription drug costs in the United States exceed those in most developed countries, creating pressure on policymakers to pursue aggressive reforms targeting…
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Confronting and addressing rising energy bills linked to data centers
Rising Electricity Costs Electricity prices are increasing faster than overall inflation, creating financial pressure on households and contributing to higher rates of service disconnections and energy insecurity. Growing Energy Demand…
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The arrival of geothermal in American energy policy
Emergence of Geothermal in U.S. Energy Policy Initially, geothermal energy remained marginal within U.S. energy debates; however, during the 2020s it increasingly gained attention in federal and state policy discussions. …
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The Second Trump Administration Turns a Blind Eye to Afghanistan
Historical Context of U.S. Involvement First, Afghanistan dominated U.S. foreign policy debates during the earlier presidency of Donald Trump. The administration negotiated a 2020 agreement with the Taliban to withdraw…
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Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and an Unprecedented Energy Crunch
Escalating Conflict in the Persian Gulf First, a U.S. -Israel attack in Iran triggered regional escalation, promoting Iranian retaliation against U.S. bases and threats toward ships traveling through the Strait…
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A Guide to Trump’s Second-Term Military Strikes and Actions
Expanding Use of Military Force Since returning to power in 2025, the U.S. president Donald Trump has increasingly relied on military strikes and operations across several regions. Continuity With Past…
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Iran’s Drone Advantage
Introduction Initially, U.S. airstrikes on Iran in February 2026 revealed the combat debut of the LUCAS drone, a low-cost attack system used by U.S. Central Command. However, the system’s design…
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The Middle-Power Moment?
En: Think TanksShifting Global Power Initially, growing distrust toward the United States and rising concern about China’s influence are reshaping politics and creating uncertainty across the global order. The Emergence of Middle…
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First Ukraine, Now Iran: A New Era of Drone Warfare Takes Hold
Emergence of Precise Mass Warfare First, recent conflicts reveal the rise of “precise mass,” characterized by the large-scale use of inexpensive yet accurate weapons, especially drones capable of striking targets…
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Trump Should Aim to Neutralize the Iran Regime, Not Destroy It
Strategic Dilemma in the Iran War Initially, the United States joined Israel in a broad military campaign against Iran, raising questions about the war’s objectives and long-term political outcomes. …
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Europe’s Disjointed Response to the U.S. – Israeli War With Iran
Strategic Surprise in Europe Initially, the rapid U.S. – Israeli strike against Iran caught most European governments off guard, leaving them uninformed and scrambling to react diplomatically and politically. Consequently,…
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Are the Kurds in Iran Capable of Challenging the Islamic Regime?
Kurdish Population in Iran First, Iran’s Kurdish minority numbers roughly 10-15 million people and lives mainly in the northwest, near Kurdish regions in Iraq and Turkey. Moreover, Iranian Kurds historically…
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Iran and Terrorism: What the U.S. Strikes Could Mean for Homeland Security
Rising Security Concerns First, U.S. and Israel strikes against Iran increased concerns about retaliation inside the United States. Authorities warned about possible lone-wolf attacks, cyberattacks and other retaliatory actions. Consequently,…
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The Strait of Hormuz: A U.S. – Iran Maritime Flash Point
En: Think TanksStrategic Waterway in the Middle East First, the Strait of Hormuz is a narrow maritime passage connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, located between Iran and the…
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Navigating uncertainty in US-ROK economic ties
En: Think TanksThe economic relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) is entering a volatile phase. A recent analysis by the Brookings Institution explores how a U.S. Supreme…
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What the Texas primaries revealed about the divides within our divides
En: Think TanksPolarization in Contemporary American Politics First, American politics have become increasingly polarized across ideological, cultural, and emotional dimensions. These divisions have deepened over time and continue shaping political competition. However,…
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Is college becoming less affordable? An update
En: Think TanksRising Concern About College Costs First, college affordability has become a major political and economic concern in the United States. Many Americans believe essential middle-class opportunities, including higher education, are…
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Helping low-income families access WIC and free early childhood education
En: Think TanksWhat the WIC Program Is WIC, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, provides nutritious food, nutrition education, and health referrals to low-income pregnant women, infants, and…
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Navigating uncertainty in US – ROK economic ties
En: Think TanksStrategic Context First, intensifying strategic competition between the United States and China reshapes the economic environment in East Asia. Consequently, middle powers such as South Korea must manage economic ties…
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Helping low-income families access WIC and free early childhood education
En: Think TanksAdministrative Burdens and Programs Access Administrative burdens can block families from needed support, leading to frustration and limiting access to food assistance and early education. These burdens fall hardest on…