ViewsWeek Views from around the world
Russian action in Kazakhstan should serve as a sobering reminder to Western countries that Russia is willing to act decisively to protect its interests and retain its influence in the neighboring countries.
January, 2022
November, 2021
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24 November
Democratic Renewal in Europe: Bulgaria Joins a Growing Trend
It has taken three general elections for change to come in Bulgaria – but this week’s parliamentary vote gives cause to hope for genuine action on corruption.
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17 November
What Russia’s Military Movements Could Mean for Ukraine, Europe, and NATO
Russia is mobilizing its forces, but much more covertly than in the past. Moscow’s belief that the EU and US will not step in to protect Ukraine could lead it to take direct military action.
July, 2021
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24 July
What Would the Ancient Greeks Think of an Olympics with No Fans?
No matter how many world records are broken and unprecedented feats accomplished at the 2020 games, the empty arenas will attract no gods or genuine heroes: The Tokyo games are even less enchanted than previous modern games.
June, 2021
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24 June
Zionism – Where Do We Go From Here?
The problem is not the presence of Jews despite them being present in a much larger number than at any other time before. The problem is the Jewish character of Israel that makes Arabs second-rate citizens.
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9 June
Rwanda Genocide: Macron Forgiveness Plea Resets Historic Ties
It will take time for Rwandans, especially those who suffered or witnessed the genocide, to trust France again. Macron will be aware of these challenges and how French-Rwandan relations will require time, gestures of goodwill and actions addressing the past.
April, 2021
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25 April
Why Russia is Threatening to Escalate the Ukraine Conflict
European governments have yet to learn a key lesson from the war in Ukraine. The alternative reality the Kremlin lives in is becoming increasingly dangerous.
March, 2021
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22 March
What’s Causing the Violence in Western Ethiopia
It's a confluence of local, regional, national and, possibly, foreign interests.
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14 March
International Arms Transfers Level Off After Years of Sharp Growth
The United States remains the largest arms exporter, increasing its global share of arms exports from 32 to 37 percent between 2011–15 and 2016–20. The USA supplied major arms to 96 states in 2016–20, far more than any other supplier.. Middle Eastern arms imports grow most, says SIPRI.
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13 March
Inclusivity is Key to Salvaging the US-Taliban Doha Deal
Any major deviation from the basic contours of the existing agreement will only help spoilers of peace and not the millions of Afghans who are desperate for a return to normalcy. This could also erode trust in the inviolability of future peace agreements that consume enormous effort and time to mature.
