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Global Hotspots: Unpacking the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal and ASEAN summit
This week, a new front opened in...
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2026 Annual Forecast
A global adaptation to a new strategic environment will define 2026, driven by the White House’s approach to international relations. Though Washington will continue pursuing de-escalation in select conflict zones, the year ahead will be marked by persistent geopolitical frictions, intensifying hybrid competition, and acute humanitarian pressures.
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Global Hotspots: Unpacking the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal and ASEAN summit
This week, a new front opened in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran as the Yemeni al-Houthi rebel group...
Global Hotspots Outlook: U.S. and Iran Conflict Reescalates
This week saw a resumption of the Iran war, with President Donald Trump announcing the U.S. will resume active military strikes against Iran. The Russo-Ukrainian...
