World

Erdoğan’s Impending Victory and Turkey’s Future Course
The country is likely to stay on its increasingly authoritarian trajectory and remain an unreliable NATO ally.

The Mysterious Battle of Belgorod, Explained
Groups of armed Russian exiles are bringing the fight to their home country.

Leaders Focused on Russia, China at G7 Summit
Plus: Biden administration reverses course on F-16 jets to Ukraine.

A City—and a Warlord—Under Siege
How the fight for Bakhmut became the venue for a Russian power struggle.

Zelensky’s European Tour
With U.S. military aid on the verge of drying up, Ukrainians look elsewhere to shore up their defenses.

The Arab League’s Misguided Faith in Bashar al-Assad
The organization has lifted his suspension based on promises he’s unlikely to keep.

The Growing Threat of Cyber Cooperation Between Russia and Iran
Russia’s struggles in Ukraine give the Islamic Republic more leverage over the Kremlin.

A Day of Dashed Hopes
Turkey’s presidential election goes to a runoff after neither President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan nor his challenger takes 50 percent of the vote.

Turkey’s Existential Election
Ahead of Sunday’s vote, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan lashes out against enemies while Turks brace for political violence.

The U.S. Intelligence Community’s Annual Threat Assessment
Russia and China lead the way, but threats to the homeland extend well beyond the Eurasian landmass.

Legitimizing an Iran-Backed Terrorist
A U.S. diplomat spoke at the same conference as Qais al-Khazali, who masterminded a 2007 attack that killed five U.S. soldiers.

Covering Afghanistan in Exile
Afghan journalists launch a news organization to cover their home country from afar.