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The Northwest Passage is thawing. Will US, Canada sail its waters together?With the Arctic melting, the U.S. and Canada are trying a cooperative approach to tapping the region鈥檚 thawing resources and trade routes.
Famine in Ethiopia: Is the world averting its eyes?After Ethiopia expelled U.N. humanitarian staff, the Security Council didn鈥檛 act. Has the world lost its devotion to the 鈥渞esponsibility to protect鈥�?
First LookWhat is AUKUS? US, UK, and Australia team up in Indo-Pacific.On Wednesday, President Biden announced a new security alliance with Britain and Australia focused on the Indo-Pacific 鈥� likely heightening tensions with China. The alliance鈥檚 first priority is to bolster Australia鈥檚 defenses with nuclear-powered submarines.
Why end of Afghan war is not end of US-led nation buildingU.S. military-backed efforts to build democracies abroad are over for now. But that does not mean America has given up its nation-building ambitions.
The long shadow of terror: How fear reshaped democratic valuesIn its national security push, did the U.S. win the 鈥渨ar on terror鈥� while losing the moral high ground of democratic values?
To pursue his global agenda, can Biden put Afghanistan behind him?The withdrawal from Afghanistan has fueled U.S. allies鈥� doubts about America. Is there a path to restore American moral authority and trustworthiness?
First LookEnd of the 'forever war': Last U.S. troops exit AfghanistanThe last U.S. military planes departed one minute before midnight in Kabul on Aug. 30. Some American citizens remain in Afghanistan but should be able to depart. The State Department has left open the possibility of resuming conditional diplomacy with the Taliban.
First LookKabul pullout: Amid threats, deadline still Aug. 31, US saysConsidering the risks of keeping forces on the ground, President Biden wants to complete the U.S. mission in Afghanistan by month鈥檚 end. It is unclear whether all American citizens and at-risk Afghans who fear for their lives can be lifted out of Kabul by then.
First LookBiden says US accelerated Afghanistan evacuations this weekendOn Sunday, President Joe Biden said 11,000 people had been airlifted from Kabul in a 36-hour period this weekend, out of 28,000 evacuated since Aug. 14.
After Kabul, hard questions about American global leadershipThe Taliban鈥檚 victory in Afghanistan has undermined U.S. prestige. But America鈥檚 ability to learn from its mistakes may help restore its leadership.
First LookAbrupt collapse of Afghan army surprises Biden administrationThe speed of the Afghan military's - and the government's - collapse Sunday caught President Biden's White House off guard. U.S. troops were sent in to help evacuate American civilians and allies.聽
First LookAs democracy dims in Hong Kong, US offers an 18-month safe havenAs the Chinese government continues to cement its control over Hong Kong, President Joe Biden signed a memorandum on Thursday allowing people from Hong Kong who currently reside in the U.S. to live and work in the country for 18 months.
First LookSafe passage: More Afghan aides relocated to U.S.More than 200 Afghans who worked alongside Americans have been relocated to the U.S. in efforts to protect them from retaliation from the Taliban following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.聽They join 70,000 others who have resettled in the U.S. since 2008.
Latest solution for the global food supply? Less (waste) is more.A U.N. pre-summit is highlighting a shift in thinking on how to improve the world鈥檚 food supply. Reduce food waste, and not just at fancy restaurants.
Meet the young mom who became the face of Belarus鈥� democracy movementWhen her husband was imprisoned in Belarus, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya took up his fight against Belarus鈥� dictator. An interview about her journey.
Hopes and fears: Why Cuban protesters rally American left and rightNew Biden administration sanctions on Cuba officials are further proof the island nation stirs strong passions across the U.S. political spectrum.
FocusIn the dark of night: Did exit from Afghan base diminish US leadership?President Biden has pledged to restore U.S. leadership and moral standards. But the sudden abandonment of the Bagram base has undercut that message.
Why Maduro blames US for Venezuela鈥檚 domestic woesSanctions are a famously blunt instrument. Is Venezuela鈥檚 Maduro using the pandemic 鈥� and U.S. sanctions 鈥� to maintain his narrative, and control?
Biden-Putin summit: At frosty moment, 鈥榞limmers of confidence鈥�Will the Biden-Putin summit in Geneva help the U.S. and Russia achieve a stable relationship? Meeting face to face was important, both men said.
First LookAhead of Putin summit, Biden eases tensions over trade with EUOne of the world鈥檚 largest corporate trade disputes has been resolved. During President Biden鈥檚 overseas tour, the U.S. and Europe announced a five-year suspension of long-standing tariffs, ending their 17-year dispute over aircraft subsidies.
