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Over the past 12 months, our pollsters tracked public attitudes on everything from the war in Ukraine to conflict in the Middle East.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The public supports US participation in the Paris climate agreement, the Iran nuclear deal, and more.

The 2010 Chicago Council Survey shows that Americans remain committed to an active part in world affairs—its problems, opportunities, and key actors.

Economic sanctions: what they are, how the US has used them in foreign policy, and considerations for current policymakers.

"Hossein Taeb’s sudden removal from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is part of a wider project to install a new generation of zealots," writes Saeid Golkar.

Results of the 2020 Chicago Council Survey reveal a striking divide between Democrats and Republicans on the critical threats facing the country.

It's been a busy 2021. Recap the year with the survey team's analyses of public opinion on the most critical issues at home and around the world.

Across party lines, the results of this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey reveal that the US public and leaders largely agree on US foreign policy.

"We will only have peace when America uses force to defend its interests," Saeid Golkar and Kasra Aarabi write.

Presidential election is going to determine whether the rationalisation and normalisation of Iran is going to continue.

Reflect on the year with highlights from the Council's public opinion research and analysis.

A survey that examines the divide between foreign policy experts and the public.

Ivo Daalder discusses the annual Munich Security Conference.

More Americans consider issues like weakening democracy and political polarization to be critical threats to the United States than foreign adversaries.

Check out our weekly round up of the top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.

A majority support using US troops to defend Seoul should North Korea invade, Council polling shows.

As rumors spread, Saeid Golkar argues why it's unlikely that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, succeeds his father.

The White House Situation Room has entertained grandstanding that betrays the seriousness of the "Sit Room" and its national security function.

Craig Kafura discusses the Iran Deal and the US-Japan relationship.