The Globalist

How do U.S. troop numbers stack up against ally and rival nations at the start of the Trump Administration?

While the short-term outlook still looks uncertain for Iran, the larger fundamentals hugely favor it.

The Saudi royals hope to turn China away from Iran during a state visit.

Germany should point out to Trump that it is his own irresponsible macroeconomic policies that make the dollar strong and the euro weak.

Unpacking the THAAD-Lotte-North Korea-China controversy.

Turkey has no chance to become as powerful and influential as the Ottoman Empire was during its heyday. And it’s all Erdogan’s fault.

The risk of Trump launching the nuclear arsenal is lower than many risks associated with his presidency.

Just who is copying whom?

A new reality TV show has gripped global audiences. Season 2 is almost here.

The world class reputation of British research institutions depends on maintaining excellence in particular fields of research.