Foreign Policy Feed

Princess Catherine, BBC Dad, and the New Picture PerfectWhat the reception to two viral moments reveals about our evolving global culture of authenticity.

If Turkey’s Opposition Loses the Kurds, It Will Never WinIstanbul’s mayor is struggling to get reelected as the opposition’s hard-line nationalism pushes Kurdish voters away.

How to Understand Ecuador’s War on GangsThe country’s descent into turmoil is a case study in political ineptitude.

Local Elections Will Soon Decide Turkey’s FutureIf Recep Erdogan’s party wins back the country’s biggest cities, big shifts in Turkish politics could follow.

Namibia Calls for Reparations Talks With GermanyMore than a century after the Herero-Nama genocide, Namibian communities are seeking compensation, land redistribution, and a seat at the table.

Haiti’s Crisis Enters Uncertain ChapterActing Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s announced resignation could lay the groundwork for a long-awaited election.

The Soaring Cost of Long COVIDAn estimated 10 percent of coronavirus patients will need long-term care.

Russia is Waging Spiritual War in AfricaThe Patriarchate of Moscow is trying to steal Orthodox believers to weaken Ukraine.

U.S. House Moves Toward TikTok CrackdownThe bill coming to a vote this week would force the app’s Chinese parent company to divest—or risk a U.S. ban.

In Haiti, as Elsewhere, Elections Alone Are Not the AnswerHolding a credible vote is far more complex than simply scheduling it.