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The Challenges of Mapping Taliban Control in Afghanistan
Who controls territory in Afghanistan? The answer is complicated in ways that can't be expressed in a map. -
Four Things to Consider on the Future of AI-enabled Deterrence
Artificial intelligence is already reshaping the ways that policymakers approach deterrence, and how adversaries respond. -
Giving Diplomacy a Chance in Yemen
Negotiations are moving again, but an agreement to end the foreign interventions in the country would be just the first step in ending the civil war. -
Challenges in Combating Terrorism and Extremism Online
Preventing online radicalization will require a collaborative approach with companies from around the world. -
How the United States Can Compete With Chinese Influence in Southeast Asia
Promoting regional interdependence through U.S. partners might give Southeast Asian countries more policy independence from Washington, but will also make them more resilient to Chinese influence. -
The China Factor in U.S.-Albania Relations
Washington is strengthening its ties in the Western Balkans. -
A Sea Change in Counterterrorism
The Biden administration's forthcoming strategy for tackling domestic extremism will formalize major changes already set in motion over the past few months. -
When the SEC Asks About Terrorism, It Misses Financial Misreporting
Dividing the SEC's attention risks missing the next Enron. -
If Boko Haram’s Leader Is Dead, What’s Next for Northeastern Nigeria?
The balance of power may be shifting, but not in favor of the Nigerian military. -
Germany Without Merkel
Chancellor Merkel is leaving office, but fundamental change in Germany’s foreign policy is unlikely. -
The Islamic State Is in Congo. What Now?
Musa Baluku, a leader of a faction of the Allied Democratic Forces, has made clear his allegiance to the Islamic State. -
How the U.S. Government Can Learn to See the Future
The intelligence community should implement better geopolitical forecasting methods.