In a world of shifting alliances, a game-theory model known as the “Truel” helps explain how weaker states band together when the strongest power loses credibility-and why that could spell danger for the United States
The summit marks an inflection point in U.S.-Russia relations, highlighting the limits of bilateral talks amid Russia’s ongoing aggression and violations of international law
The Middle East continues to be a center of turmoil, with stalled peace efforts, escalating tensions, and the persistent use of terrorism for political ends
Ending the Ukraine war edges closer, but the potential of a nuclear incident looms as bright as ever. Could Putin do the unthinkable to achieve his war goals?