October 2, 2019

Congress: Respect Jamal Khashoggi’s legacy by ending support for the Saudi war in Yemen

On the anniversary of Jamal Khashoggi’s murder, Bruce Riedel writes about the deterioration of the U.S.-Saudi relationship and calls on Congress to end support for Mohammed bin Salman’s war in Yemen.

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The dueling US foreign policy approaches to Ukraine pose a risk for Kyiv

The Trump administration has pursued two policies toward Ukraine, one aimed at advancing traditional U.S. national interests, and another that seeks to advance President Trump's electoral prospects. Steven Pifer explains what President Zelenskiy can do about the quandary he faces.

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How should Africans respond to the investment, technology, security, and trade wars?

From trade wars to Brexit, the global economy is experiencing a number of massive shifts. Peter Draper examines the implications for Africa and discusses how the continent can maintain its growth momentum in an uncertain trade environment.

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