Iran behaves as if it is a safe haven because it has thus far successfully deterred an American attack on its soil. Read it here.

To the extent that a U.S. grand strategy exists, it seems to be the hope that things don’t deteriorate further. Read it here.

Rising violence against Chinese citizens and assets in the Middle East raises domestic pressure on Beijing, posing a potential challenge to China's traditional non-interference policy. Read it here.

Critics of the U.S. State Department’s “temporary pause” of additional funding for UNRWA act as if the organization will suffer a harsh financial blow. It won’t—at least not in the short term. Read it here.

Despite initial optimism about nuclear energy in the fight against climate change, recent setbacks have dampened expectations for rapid nuclear energy expansion in the United States. America today faces significant hurdles in extending the operational lifespan of its existing nuclear reactors, reducing construction costs, and fostering investment in new nuclear technologies.

On this episode, Jacob Heilbrunn speaks with John Deutch, an emeritus Institute Professor at MIT who has served as director of energy research, deputy secretary of energy, deputy secretary of defense and director of central intelligence in the Clinton administration. Deutch recently wrote a piece for The National Interest titled "COP28’s Nuclear Energy Promise Is Still a Long Way Off." Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.