Meeting of ECOWAS Defense Chiefs in Ghana

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Before any invasion is sanctioned, regional players would be wise to consider whether Niger is even ready for democracy
Mohamed Toumba, a coup leader, waives to supporters at Aug 6 rally

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A recent coup, and the region's determination to reverse it, may lead to a contest that sets a new direction for Africa
Map of Europe with Latitude and Longitude

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Ukrainian admission to NATO would open a second potential front for Russia, increasing fear and decreasing stability
Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson shake hands at NATO Summit

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NATO's addition of Finland and Sweden provides insights on how countries will coalesce around common interests in the future
Wagner Group armored column rolls through a Russian city

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Russia's war against Ukraine and the resulting internal dysfunction reflect a mindset out of step with today's world
Smoke rising above Khartoum as fighting rages below
Without a foundation for democracy, Sudan devolved back into civil war
Golden Carriage in the Procession After King Charles's Coronation
The British monarchy supports the separation and balance of powers needed in the nation-state
Construction cranes over Bagdad
Iraq moves forward societally after years of war and conflict, led by its youth
US Troops training members of the Danab Brigade

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A Somali Army unit provides a model for converting clan-based militia into a modern army