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New Atlanticist

Nov 14, 2025

What the Trump-Xi trade truce means for the European Union

By Valbona Zeneli

The recent US-China trade de-escalation in South Korea is likely to reverberate beyond these two countries, reshaping European trade as well.

China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Nov 14, 2025

Experts react: How will Iraq’s parliamentary election shape the country’s politics?

By Atlantic Council experts

Our experts examine what the results of Tuesday’s elections mean for the future of Iraqi politics and Baghdad’s regional role.

Civil Society Democratic Transitions

New Atlanticist

Nov 11, 2025

Two views on the Syrian president’s visit to the White House—and what’s next 

By Arwa Damon, Ömer Özkizilcik

US President Donald Trump hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in the Oval Office on November 10, less than a year since the Assad regime collapsed.

Middle East Politics & Diplomacy

New Atlanticist

Nov 10, 2025

Dispatch from Baghdad: Don’t confuse the calm around Iraq’s election with stability

By Yerevan Saeed

Iraqi society faces several slow-burning stressors, from water and climate problems to over-centralization and narcotics trafficking.

Elections Iraq

New Atlanticist

Nov 7, 2025

Hurricane Melissa left $8 billion in damage. Jamaica needs US support to get back on its feet.

By Patricia R. Francis, Maite Gonzalez Latorre

After the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica needs the United States to invest in the country’s resilience and economic recovery.

Caribbean Climate Change & Climate Action

New Atlanticist

Nov 7, 2025

The Supreme Court might slow Trump’s strategy. But he still has other tariff options.

By Sophia Busch

If the administration’s primary objective is to preserve tariff revenue and counter unfair practices, sections 301, 232, or 122 remain viable alternatives.

Economy & Business Politics & Diplomacy

New Atlanticist

Nov 7, 2025

With Hezbollah rearming, Israel must heed the lessons of October 7

By Jonathan Rosenstein

Only by combining military strength, diplomatic coordination, and strategic foresight can Israel keep the terrorist group in check.

Israel Lebanon

New Atlanticist

Nov 6, 2025

Experts react: Kazakhstan will join the Abraham Accords. Here’s what that means for the US, the Middle East, and Central Asia

By Atlantic Council experts

President Donald Trump announced the news during a White House meeting with Kazakh President Kassym Jomart-Tokayev and other Central Asian leaders. Our experts break down the implications.

Central Asia Israel

New Atlanticist

Nov 6, 2025

The expert conversation: What’s Trump’s endgame in Venezuela?

By Matthew Kroenig, Jason Marczak

We spoke to Matthew Kroenig and Jason Marczak to shed light on the US campaign of attacks on alleged drug boats and lay out what's next.

Conflict Human Rights

New Atlanticist

Nov 6, 2025

Gen Z protests have spread to seven countries. What do they all have in common?

By Will Mortenson

While the root causes vary, the data reveal several broad similarities among the countries that have seen massive Gen Z protest movements in recent months.

Africa Corruption
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Experts

Fellow

Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley

Distinguished Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

Middle East National Security