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The Monitor's ViewOne antidote to the use of female jihadistsThe role of a woman in the terrorist attacks in Iran should help highlight the effort of several Muslim countries to train women as spiritual guides. The main purpose: to prevent recruitment of young people by jihadists.
The Monitor's ViewFrance takes a turn neither left nor rightA new president, Emmanuel Macron, has so far set a model for democracies in shaking up the old political order 鈥� if he can win a majority in coming legislative elections.
The Monitor's ViewWhat can bind the Middle EastAs a rift opens between Arab states, adding to the region鈥檚 conflicts, Oman can possibly serve as neutral party. The small Gulf country relies on a brand of Islam that teaches unity and tolerance.
The Monitor's ViewThe other target in London Bridge attacksTerrorists aim not only to kill but to destroy social order. Britain鈥檚 response to the June 3 attack shows how societies must bond 鈥� like a bridge 鈥� against this threat.聽
Global NewsstandTrump's troubles at home overshadow first trip overseas, 'New journey' for US-Saudi relations, Shift in US-Saudi relations more style than substance, How Rouhani's second term could differ from his first, One Belt One Road requires peace in South SudanA roundup of global commentary for the June 5, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the US must honor corruption fightersBipartisan support of anti-corruption efforts, reflected in a June 7 ceremony on Capitol Hill, helps promote democracy and prevent violence.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the world is more at peaceThe latest measurement of global peace finds violence was down last year, a sign that more people understand what makes peace 鈥� and that it can be inevitable.
The Monitor's ViewEurope and its attractive power win a key battleUkraine鈥檚 bid to eventually join the European Union wins a critical vote, a victory in its war against Russia and for democratic values.
The Monitor's ViewDoes free, basic income build character?Social experiments in Ontario and Finland test the idea that a minimal guaranteed paycheck can uplift and sustain people鈥檚 livelihood. Such tests may provide insight on the source of 鈥榮elf-efficacious鈥� attributes of character.
Global NewsstandDigital Geneva Convention needed after ransomware attack, Is the Syrian regime worried about international justice?, Friendly approach won't dissuade Kim Jong-un, Facebook Live presents ethical concerns, The economic benefits of solar and wind energyA roundup of global commentary for the May 29, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA day for Africans to riseThis year鈥檚 Africa Day was marked by a new movement that seeks to define liberation as starting within each African.
The Monitor's ViewHow Trump and Europe rebondedPresident Trump鈥檚 first official visit with EU and NATO leaders shows why the two alliances should be based on values more than interests.
The Monitor's ViewManchester鈥檚 lesson about fragile statesThe suicide bomber, who seemed like a lost young man, may have been trained by Islamic State in Libya, one of the world鈥檚 most fragile states.聽
The Monitor's ViewAfter the Manchester attack: How can Britain better engage its Muslims?Before the May 22 suicide bombing at a concert, Britain was already in a debate on how to prevent such attacks. That debate has lessons for the rest of the world.
The Monitor's ViewTrump鈥檚 fresh approach to the Middle EastBy design, his first official trip abroad alights in the centers of three faiths, signaling hopes they can use their common roots to unite against terrorists and their supporters.
Global NewsstandWill North Korea bring the US and ASEAN together?, Chibok girls freed but concerns remain, What did Erdo臒an get out of talks with Putin?, Venezuelan opposition should seek common ground with Ch谩vist loyalists, A bipartisan case for Comey's dismissalA roundup of global commentary for the May 22, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewHow Saudis claim freedomAs President Trump visits Saudi Arabia, he can note how young people are eager to adopt independent thinking 鈥� a force driving much of the change in Saudi society.
The Monitor's ViewRising expectations of chief executivesA higher percentage of company leaders are being fired for ethical lapses, but not necessarily because of more lapses but because of a greater public demand for honesty and accountability.
The Monitor's ViewA peace accelerator in the Mideast desertThe opening of the region鈥檚 first joint scientific research center brings together Israelis, Iranians, Palestinians, Turks, and others for work on a new particle accelerator. Sometimes peace starts through universal activities like science, arts, and sports.
The Monitor's ViewA US spotlight on Syria鈥檚 slaughterhouseThe Trump administration, after exposing the Syrian regime鈥檚 large-scale killings at Sednaya prison, must explain how it will balance the moral and national interests in Syria.聽
