
New Atlanticist
Mar 18, 2025
The Gaza cease-fire is over. What’s next from Israel, Hamas, and the US?
By
Atlantic Council experts
In the early hours of March 18, Israel launched air strikes on Gaza, ending the two-month cease-fire. Atlantic Council experts answer pressing questions about the resumed conflict.

New Atlanticist
Mar 17, 2025
Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead.
By
Benjamin L. Schmitt, Richard L. Morningstar, and Daniel Fried
Since Russia appears content for negotiations to move slowly, the Trump administration should turn up the pressure with new sanctions.

Issue Brief
Mar 13, 2025
Present without impact? How the Middle East perceives China’s diplomatic engagement
By
Jonathan Fulton
Despite economic advancements and high-profile diplomatic engagements, China’s influence remains largely economic rather than political, Jonathan Fulton argues.