Moscow’s recent counter-sanctioning of American officials includes figures who have nothing to do with Russia policy, but do happen to be political enemies of former President Donald Trump. Read it here.

As China integrates the global economy, more countries will find it too costly to “say no.” Read it here.

Individual sanctions, in their current form, are a weak tool for dismantling Russia’s crony capitalism. Read it here.

The United States, which officially backs the Saudi-led coalition with military and intelligence support, has few interests in Yemen other than stopping the bloodshed and stabilizing the country. Read it here.

What does the U.S. government have to show for millions spent on strategic education? Read it here.