All The Monitor's View
Tutoring the Taliban on humanitarian lawForeign aid workers in Afghanistan report an openness by the Taliban to keep aid flowing. Is the group honoring the innocence of civilians?
The rush to redefine America鈥檚 political identitiesWith new census data, states are redrawing maps for electoral boundaries, but not without many more voters demanding a say in this pivotal piece of democracy.
Lost trust in the US? One country differs.The abrupt US exit from Kabul may seem like Saigon 1975. But Vietnam today still holds strong trust in the US as leader of world order.
The Taliban鈥檚 wink on women鈥檚 rightsEven if not genuine, the Islamic group鈥檚 promise of leniency on women鈥檚 freedoms shows it must operate in a much different Muslim world.
A legacy of dignity shapes an African electionThe peaceful aftermath of Zambia鈥檚 Aug. 12 election may be a result of the nation鈥檚 founder leaving office quietly after an election loss, having taught his people the power of dignity.
The new restraints on Taliban threatsMuslims worldwide are more opposed to violent jihadi ideology, which may help make Afghanistan less of a terrorist sanctuary.
Migration as a weapon: Why Europe cries 鈥楨nough!鈥�As more dictators use migrants for geopolitical advantage, the European Union struggles to end the practice.
Israel鈥檚 gesture for Palestinian homesA rare and diverse ruling coalition in Israel takes an unusual step toward building houses for West Bank Palestinians. The move might open a door for peace talks.
Biden鈥檚 different approach to AfricaUnlike previous presidents, he focuses on shared values and partnerships, a better fit for the continent鈥檚 youth and women.
Europe鈥檚 big win on independent courtsPoland relents on a plan to alter its Supreme Court, a result of the EU standing up for its great unifier: democratic rule of law.
Truth wars in AfghanistanBoth sides in the conflict are trying to influence civilians with a 鈥渘arrative鈥� of victory. The truth is that Afghans have more savvy about what they want.
Public apologies that aim to heal a nationFrom Iraq to Germany, leaders have offered mea culpas but no where is contrition more in the works than post-war Colombia, part of a long peace process of truth telling.
Fearless dancing in BelarusBrave women have led the country鈥檚 pro-democracy movement but none may better explain why conquering fear is so important than imprisoned Maria Kalesnikava.
New anchors for global rule of lawGermany stands up for maritime law against China while Sudan moves to send a former dictator to an international court.
China鈥檚 long struggle with video gamesOfficial media blasts the online gaming industry for its effects on youth 鈥� but then wonders if more adults might help young people find meaning in life.
A teen sports idol for a troubled TunisiaA stunning gold-medal win for an underdog swimmer at the Olympics may help remind his country of how individuals can inspire change.
The stampede into national parksReady to get back into nature, visitors are overwhelming some U.S. national parks. Smart planning can help improve the experience.
Want to recycle better? Get manufacturers involved.Producer responsibility laws put the incentive to create recyclable packaging back in the hands of those who make it.
A welcome warming between the KoreasAfter an especially chilly period, North and South Korea are talking to each other again. That alone doesn't solve any big issues. But it鈥檚 a start.聽
Tech that preserves languages and culturesMany forces in the modern world are squeezing out the use of traditional tongues. But apps such as Woolaroo may help to save them.
