All The Monitor's View
Gratitude aplenty for Spain鈥檚 reconciliationA new law to help find the remains of anti-fascist fighters in the civil war pays as much tribute as remembering those who restored democracy after Franco.
What bubbles below the Gulf's oil giantsThe World Cup provides a glimpse into the Gulf Arab states and their leaders鈥� race to stay ahead of restless youth.
The World Cup runneth overIn material terms, such as trade, globalization may be faltering. But soccer鈥檚 soaring popularity hints at a better view of globalization, one that bends upward.
The uncoal: Decarbonizing as wise investmentNew 鈥渏ust鈥� approaches to climate change are lifting richer and poorer nations beyond disagreements over who should pay for the Impact of erratic weather.
Who really won the US midterm electionsAn outsize proportion of independent voters helped shape a new Congress with no big majorities, forcing greater balance and deliberation.
Mexico's people powerMass protests in favor of civic integrity may help end a president鈥檚 attempt to change the way elections are run.
When even dictators see a need for inclusionThe brutality of Myanmar鈥檚 military rulers against a national uprising has pushed other Southeast Asian nations to engage with the country鈥檚 pro-democracy forces.
India鈥檚 new champion of civic equalityAfter a rise in Hindu nationalism and suppression of minority rights, a new Supreme Court justice may ensure all individuals are protected by the constitution.
The sheriff of the new WestThe European Union鈥檚 strongest moral response to the Ukraine war came from its eastern members who more strongly see Western values at stake. One country stands out: the Czech Republic.
A light of lawfulness in Latin AmericaThe U.S. targets Paraguay for corruption, yet it may be grassroots efforts at affirming accountability that make the biggest difference.
In Iran鈥檚 protests, a hidden message made clearThe largely leaderless protests may have found a temporary leader in a popular Sunni cleric who called for a referendum based on equal rights.
Alternate atmospherics at this year鈥檚 climate confabFrustration over slow progress on carbon goals has led many thinkers to offer new mental frameworks about the global challenge.
Patient coaxing of peace in EthiopiaAn agreement between the government and Tigray rebels creates an opening for a national identity based on common values more than ethnic divisions.
Energy adversity as Europe's opportunityThe European Union鈥檚 ideals help unite its members to work together in the face of Russia鈥檚 gas cutoff.
Art as liberation in IranProtesters are inspired by the works of recording artists to contemplate a different reality.
Integrity in Brazil鈥檚 voteA presidential election illustrates that credible democratic institutions diminish violence and withstand disinformation.
India eyes a model of civic equalityBritain鈥檚 new prime minister, Rishi Sunak, was selected for his qualities and ideals, not his Indian and Hindu background. That has sparked wonder in India.
The world鈥檚 go-getters for rule of lawA global survey finds most of the countries that are improving their rule of law are near Russia. They can鈥檛 learn fast enough.
North Koreans embrace truth over consequencesThe regime鈥檚 sudden military prowess may reflect a need to keep the loyalty of a people hungry for truthful news and foreign entertainment.
More than peace on the table in Ethiopian talksFirst direct talks between the government and Tigray rebels could mark affirmation of humanitarian norms.