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The Monitor's ViewHow to rescue South SudanPresident Obama helped create the new country of South Sudan, and now he鈥檚 trying to save it from a violent civil war. He and others must first focus on building national identity and social trust.
The Monitor's ViewTurkey鈥檚 motives in its war on Islamic StateFirst the Iran nuclear deal and now Turkey鈥檚 strategic decision to hit Islamic State in Syria has shaken the Middle East. Both events, however, should be seen as possible steps toward peace.
Global NewsstandInvesting in Iran's people, Iranian influence in Syria, EU respect for sovereignty, 'Euroscepticism,' Greek lessons for LebanonA round-up of global commentary for the July 27, 2015 weekly magazine.聽
The Monitor's ViewObama鈥檚 trip to Africa changes a narrativeThe highlight of Obama鈥檚 trip to Africa will be a summit on how to support entrepreneurs. US support for start-up businesses reflects a different approach to lifting the continent.
The Monitor's ViewTalks with the Taliban: Can Afghanistan set an example?The Afghan government held its first-ever talks with the Taliban, and if a second round occurs in coming days, a strong precedent may be set for negotiating peace with violent Islamic groups.
The Monitor's ViewVigilance that prevents domestic terrorismThe Chattanooga shootings, coming soon after the Charleston killings, call for better ways to reach troubled young men tempted by extreme views.聽
The Monitor's ViewAfter Iran, is North Korea next?Obama鈥檚 nuclear deal with Iran is based on faith in Iran changing in 10 to 15 years and becoming less threatening. His approach should now be tested with North Korea.
The Monitor's ViewTaiwan's model of women leadersAsia鈥檚 next step in its progress toward democracy will be a presidential election in Taiwan in which one of two women candidates will be elected in her own right.
Global NewsstandLGBT rights in China, hydro-diplomacy for Pakistan, EU-Greece relations, Russian security priorities, Afghan refugeesA round-up of global commentary for the July 20, 2015 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewAn Uber challenge in presidential raceThe election contest has already begun to grapple with the new economy of the 鈥榳orker-entrepreneur.鈥� Each party may need to shed old notions about the source of wealth.
The Monitor's ViewWhy more countries woo foreign investorsWhen Mexico sells oil plots to foreign investors or China creates special zones of freedom for foreign firms, they do so for more than material gain.
The Monitor's ViewDeeper opportunities in Iran nuclear pactThe nuclear deal with Iran must withstand many tests to achieve its aim. Yet also worth testing is whether it will lessen conflicts within the Muslim world, especially over the use of violence in the name of Islam.
The Monitor's ViewEurope鈥檚 silver lining in the Greek dealThe Greek crisis taught the European Union that a single currency needs greater political union. The reform plan for Greece includes a way to track its financial obligations to the eurozone.
The Monitor's ViewWhen government shares data about itselfHacks of data held by governments about citizens are troubling. But governments providing information online about how they work and spend tax dollars is a good thing.
The Monitor's ViewNew paths to sustainable energyThe US and other countries will be making ambitious commitments to cut carbon emissions. But at the same time new ways to do it keep bubbling up.
The Monitor's ViewGoals that sparked progressThe UN鈥檚 2015 Millennium Development Goals failed to end global poverty or disease. But they did trigger remarkable steps forward.
The Monitor's ViewIraq-Syria solution will need more than bombs and bootsAn effective military strategy must spring from asking deeper questions.
The Monitor's ViewA women鈥檚 World Cup to rememberExciting, skillful play was just part of the story. So were sportsmanship and a growing, family-oriented fan base.
Global NewsstandUS policy toward Iran, International Criminal Court fairness, OPEC efficacy, human trafficking in Thailand, jihadi citizenshipA round-up of global commentary for the July 6&13, 2015 weekly magazine
The Monitor's ViewA new unity of focus on the heroin tradeA coming UN special session on drugs will be a timely help for the center of the rising global trade in heroin, Afghanistan. The world must unite to set a norm against addiction.
