Politics & Diplomacy

Healthy democratic societies are governed through the holding of elections, passage of policies through government institutions, and equal application of the law to all citizens. These activities influence not only the internal decisions of these societies, but also inform the ways countries interact with their regional and global neighbors, whether through direct bilateral ties or encompassed in larger international organizations.

Kadhim quoted in Middle East Eye on Iraqi violence against activists

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.

Conflict Israel

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.

Conflict Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

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.

China Economy & Business

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Oct 25, 2019

Kadhim quoted in Middle East Eye on Iraqi violence against activists

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Corruption

In the News

Oct 25, 2019

Kadhim joins BBC World News to discuss Iraqi protests

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Corruption

MENASource

Oct 25, 2019

What do the new protests in Iraq mean?

By MENASource

Protests intensified in Iraq on Friday, as Iraqi security forces fired tear gas and rubber bullets into the crowd to disperse thousands of demonstrators.

Corruption Iraq

In the News

Oct 25, 2019

Simakovsky quoted in VOA on cohesiveness of U.S. foreign policy

By Atlantic Council

National Security Politics & Diplomacy

UkraineAlert

Oct 24, 2019

Ukraine’s new parliament is moving fast but is it getting anywhere?

By Melinda Haring

Ukraine’s new parliament has been in session for more than fifty days and it’s been operating at a frantic pace, so we’ve culled together a list of the best and worst based on conversations with MPs, judges, attorneys, economists, and other experts.

Civil Society Democratic Transitions

In the News

Oct 24, 2019

Simakovsky quoted in NPR on weapons systems helping Ukraine’s conflict with Russia

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Defense Industry

In the News

Oct 24, 2019

Simakovsky joins Voice of America Ukraine to discuss how Ukraine can use increased US attention in its favor

By Atlantic Council

Politics & Diplomacy Resilience & Society

UkraineAlert

Oct 24, 2019

Is Ukraine’s new judicial reform a step forward?

By Olena Halushka and Halyna Chyzhyk

Ukraine’s new judicial reform is not ideal but urgent and long-awaited.

Civil Society Corruption

In the News

Oct 24, 2019

Slavin joins the Hinckley Institute to discuss Iranian history and policy

By Atlantic Council

Civil Society Corruption

New Atlanticist

Oct 24, 2019

The 10 percent margin: Understanding Bolivia’s contested presidential election

By Sarah Hennessey

With tensions running high on the streets of Bolivia and the inside the Palacio Quemado, the next few days will be critical for the democratic institutions of Bolivia.

Democratic Transitions Elections

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Brazil Human Rights

Millennium fellow

Tim Carlton Jones

Head of International Affairs, UK, Edelman

Millennium Leadership Program

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Michael Carpenter

Distinguished Fellow

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Eastern Europe National Security

Millennium fellow

Dominique Carter

Principal, Lewis-Burke & Associates

Millennium Leadership Program

Politics & Diplomacy

Fellow

Dakota Cary

Nonresident Fellow

Global China Hub

China Cybersecurity

Millennium fellow

Teodor Cataniciu

Founder, OVO Europa

Millennium Leadership Program

Eastern Europe Entrepreneurship

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The Gaza cease-fire is over. What’s next from Israel, Hamas, and the US?

Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead.

Present without impact? How the Middle East perceives China’s diplomatic engagement

Content

Kadhim quoted in Middle East Eye on Iraqi violence against activists

Kadhim joins BBC World News to discuss Iraqi protests

What do the new protests in Iraq mean?

Simakovsky quoted in VOA on cohesiveness of U.S. foreign policy

Ukraine’s new parliament is moving fast but is it getting anywhere?

Simakovsky quoted in NPR on weapons systems helping Ukraine’s conflict with Russia

Simakovsky joins Voice of America Ukraine to discuss how Ukraine can use increased US attention in its favor

Is Ukraine’s new judicial reform a step forward?

Slavin joins the Hinckley Institute to discuss Iranian history and policy

The 10 percent margin: Understanding Bolivia’s contested presidential election

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Giovana Cardoso

Tim Carlton Jones

Michael Carpenter

Dominique Carter

Dakota Cary

Teodor Cataniciu

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Senators Bernie Moreno and Ruben Gallego on Colombia’s 2026 elections

How are Ukraine’s new partnerships and drone innovations changing the war?

The 2026 Iraq Dialogue

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