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  2. Afghanistan girls under Taliban rule seen through art

    Afghanistan girls under Taliban rule seen through art

    Girls in Afghanistan have suffered since the Taliban came into power in 2021. Artist Atena Soltani moved to Italy and creates art to draw attention to their plight.
  3. Eurasia | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Analysis and research on politics, economy, and current events of Ukraine, Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Mongolia, and the Republic of Moldova. https://globalaffairs.org/regions/eurasia
  4. Women, Equity, and Global Development Forum | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    This annual forum engages and convenes diverse global perspectives and advocates for inclusive, sustainable, and equitable global development practices. https://globalaffairs.org/gender-equity
  5. Gender and Equity | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    News, commentary, analysis, events, public opinion, and perspectives on issues and current events related to women's rights, gender equality, and inclusion. https://globalaffairs.org/gender-and-equity
  6. Dina Smeltz | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Senior Fellow, Public Opinion and Foreign Policy
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  7. Asia Pacific | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Asia Pacific | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Explainers and perspectives on the Asia-Pacific region.
  8. NATO’s Next Steps | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Should Ukraine join NATO? On the heels of last week’s summit, our experts dig into the implications of expanding the alliance. https://globalaffairs.org/natos-next-steps
  9. Middle East and North Africa | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Analysis of politics in Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Palestine, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). https://globalaffairs.org/regions/middle-east-and-north-africa
  10. Middle East | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Middle East | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Explainers and perspectives on Israel, Gaza, Afghanistan, and the Middle East region.
  11. Wait Just a Minute | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Video series featuring interviews and expert responses to political questions regarding global affairs, international politics, and current events. https://globalaffairs.org/commentary-and-analysis/videos/wait-just-minute
  12. Next Generation Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Next Generation Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    A network of intersectional and multi-disciplinary thinkers, doers, and communicators to better guide and inform our work.
  13. Qatar's role in Israeli hostage negotiations

    Qatar's role in Israeli hostage negotiations

    Despite its small size, Qatar has historically played an outsize role in negotiating with organizations or countries that the U.S. doesn’t have relations with.
  14. 1 in 5 young people around the world are NEETs. What does that mean?

    1 in 5 young people around the world are NEETs. What does that mean?

    Across the world there is a growing number of young people who aren’t in school, don’t have a job, and aren’t in any sort of vocational training.
  15. World Review Panelists | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    World Review features reporters from some of the world's leading media outlets to get their perspectives on emerging global stories and how they might unfold. https://globalaffairs.org/research/lester-crown-center-us-foreign-policy/world-review-event-series/panelists
  16. Where in the world are US military deployed?

    Where in the world are US military deployed?

    The U.S. is expanding its military presence near Israel and Gaza. There were more than 170,000 troops stationed outside of the U.S. and its territories as of 2022.
  17. Chicago and the World | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    The book, "Chicago and the World," covers a century of history of the Council, including foreign policy battles and debates that appeared on the Council's stage. https://globalaffairs.org/chicago-and-the-world
  18. Generational Divides in Attitudes toward the US Role in the World | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Generational Divides in Attitudes toward the US Role in the World | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Lama El Baz

    Unlike their elders, young Americans don’t buy into US exceptionalism and are divided on whether the United States should play an active role or stay out of world affairs.

  19. 2 Years In: The Russia-Ukraine War | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    2 Years In: The Russia-Ukraine War | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Anton La Guardia, Catherine Philp, and Yaroslav Trofimov join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  20. Chicago City Council at City Hall
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    Global Politics

    From Ukraine to Gaza to Iraq, Chicago's city council has been voting more often on foreign affairs | Chicago City Hall is voting more often on Foreign Affairs

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    ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

    The Chicago City Council has tripled its legislation on foreign policy in the last four years.

  21. Ukrainian Leadership Shake-Up, Blinken in the Middle East, Northern Ireland’s First Minister | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    Ukrainian Leadership Shake-Up, Blinken in the Middle East, Northern Ireland’s First Minister | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Video
    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Laura Barrón-López, Catherine Philp, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  22. Taiwan Election, New 'Axis of Evil,' ICJ Genocide Case | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    Taiwan Election, New 'Axis of Evil,' ICJ Genocide Case | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Deborah Amos, and Yaroslav Trofimov join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  23. Half of Americans Say Diversity Benefits the United States | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Half of Americans Say Diversity Benefits the United States | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura,Lama El Baz

    But Republicans and Democrats are sharply divided when it comes to immigration levels.

  24. Human Rights and the Future of Afghanistan | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Human Rights and the Future of Afghanistan | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    PAST EVENT Lecture
    Join UChicago's International House and the Chicago Council for a conversation with Nader Nadery on the future of human rights in Afghanistan.
  25. Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict, US-Saudi-Israel Deal, Latest on Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict, US-Saudi-Israel Deal, Latest on Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Ravi Agrawal, Catherine Philp, and Gideon Rachman join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  26. Taliban fighters patrol on the road
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    Reflecting on Two Years of Taliban Rule | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Lama El Baz

    The anniversary of the Taliban's return to power has reignited a debate about how best to support the Afghan people.

  27. The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is a nonpartisan, ...

    The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing knowledge and engagement in global affairs. All statements of fact and expressions of opinion contained in this report are the sole responsibility https://globalaffairs.org/sites/default/files/2023-08/Less%20is%20More%20-%20US%20SSA%20to%20Africa%208-2023%2C%20Published.pdf
  28. Ethiopia: Propping up One Strongman after Another | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Ethiopia: Propping up One Strongman after Another | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Policy Brief by Emma Sanderson

    America’s unconditional security sector assistance has helped facilitate Ethiopia’s violent responses to opposition.

  29. Niger Coup, Saudi Peace Summit, China’s Deflation | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    Niger Coup, Saudi Peace Summit, China’s Deflation | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Video
    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Jamil Anderlini, Catherine Philp, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  30. Taiwanese F-16 jet fighters fly in close formation during a navy exercise
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    Ukraine and Taiwan: Why Airpower and Air Defense Matter | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by Ethan Kessler

    American weapons play a key role in the defense strategies of both US partners.

  31. Global Reactions to Prigozhin's Rebellion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    Global Reactions to Prigozhin's Rebellion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Video
    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Stefan Kornelius, Catherine Philp, and Peter Spiegel join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  32. Netflix’s “The Diplomat”: Pop Culture Gives Diplomacy a Boost | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Netflix’s “The Diplomat”: Pop Culture Gives Diplomacy a Boost | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Podcast
    by David Grae,Maryum Saifee

    "The Diplomat" is Hollywood's take on the foreign service. Deep Dish explores the significance with a career diplomat and TV producer.

  33. A US aircraft flies over Afghanistan
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    Defense and Security

    It's Time to Get the US Military out of the Middle East

    In the News
    World Politics Review by Paul Poast

    "The US military footprint in the Greater Middle East is undermining US strategic priorities elsewhere in the world," Paul Poast argues.

  34. Wanted: Vladimir Putin for Crimes Against Children | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Wanted: Vladimir Putin for Crimes Against Children | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Podcast
    by Nathaniel Raymond,Kathryn Sikkink

    The recent ICC arrest warrant for Putin has sparked global attention, but what about the children abducted during conflict?

  35. Deep Dish Returns! Lessons on a Career Spent in Global Affairs | Chicago Council on Global Affairs US Foreign Policy

    Deep Dish Returns! Lessons on a Career Spent in Global Affairs | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Podcast
    by Brian Hanson

    Get ready to meet Brian Hanson and Lizzy Shackelford – the voices behind Deep Dish.

  36. A group of girls sit at their desks at a school in Kenya.
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    Women and Girls

    Women's Success Is the World's Success | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Impact Stories by Catherine Bertini

    Council Distinguished Fellow and Former Executive Director of the World Food Program Catherine Bertini reflects on why elevating women and girls worldwide matters.

  37. Americans Prefer Supporting Role in Constraining Chinese and Russian Ambitions | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Americans Prefer Supporting Role in Constraining Chinese and Russian Ambitions | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Phillip Meng

    Great power competition is the organizing principle of President Biden’s new National Security Strategy. Is the American public on board?

  38. a sign reads 2022 in NYC
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    Year in Review: 2022 in Public Opinion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura

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

  39. People with suitcases approach the Ukraine-Slovakia border
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    Refugees Welcome? Americans Support Taking in Afghans, Ukrainians, Taiwanese | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Craig Kafura

    Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

  40. Pivot to Europe: US Public Opinion in a Time ...

    From a chaotic end to the war in Afghanistan to worries about nuclear confrontation to mounting domestic challenges, several reasons could explain why support for playing an active part in world https://globalaffairs.org/sites/default/files/2022-10/2022%20Chicago%20Council%20Survey%20Report%20PDF_0.pdf
  41. From War to Want in Afghanistan | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    From War to Want in Afghanistan | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Podcast
    by Laurel Miller,Andrew Watkins

    Experts Laurel Miller and Andrew Watkins join Deep Dish to unpack Afghanistan’s economic collapse.

  42. Julija, 10, fleeing from Kyiv wears a hair bow in the colours of the Ukrainian national flag as she waits with her relatives on a platform for a train
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    Ukrainian Refugees—the Rule or the Exception? | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Isabelle Grassel

    Why are Ukrainians receiving a warmer welcome from the American public than past refugee groups?

  43. Marines keep security as civilians wait for processing during the evacuation of non-combatants at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.
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    The US Should Never Even Have Been in Afghanistan in August 2021

    In the News
    World Politics Review by Paul Poast

    "Afghanistan was indeed a failure of US foreign policy," Paul Poast writes. "But it wasn't a failure of the Biden administration."

  44. World Review: Afghanistan One Year On, Attacks on Ukraine Power Plant, Iran Deal | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Global Politics

    World Review: Afghanistan One Year On, Attacks on Ukraine Power Plant, Iran Deal | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Video
    by Ivo H. Daalder

    Steve Erlanger, Bobby Ghosh, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

  45. Americans Support Afghans—but Not the Taliban Government | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Americans Support Afghans—but Not the Taliban Government | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

    The 2022 Chicago Council Survey finds broad support for taking in Afghan refugees but not for releasing frozen funds to the Taliban.

  46. Pariah or Partner: The Shifting US-Saudi Arabia Relationship | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Pariah or Partner: The Shifting US-Saudi Arabia Relationship | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Podcast
    by Martin Indyk,Sarah Leah Whitson

    Will Biden shift Saudi Arabia from a “pariah” to a partner – should he? Experts Martin Indyk and Sarah Leah Whitson join Deep Dish to discuss.