China political analyst Victor Gao argues that the US has come to terms with China’s growing power.

Iran’s former foreign minister argues Israel, backed by the US, has killed every opportunity for peace.

Chatham House director Bronwen Maddox lays out the obstacles blocking progress on Trump’s plan for a ‘new Middle East’.

Some European leaders feel sidelined as US mediation takes Russian priorities into consideration.

Rwandan President Paul Kagame praises Trumpian diplomacy for de-emphasizing ‘democracy, freedom and human rights’.

Economist Peter Atwater argues the US economy resembles that of the ‘Gilded Age’ – extreme wealth amid abject poverty.

Gulf expert Gregory Gause explains what Saudi Arabia wants from Washington and what Washington wants from Riyadh.

Former US diplomat Michael McFaul says US foreign policy is stuck between Cold War memories and ‘America First.’

Republican strategist John Feehery says Trump needs to pay attention to the economic hardships of Americans.

China expert Evan Medeiros discusses US-China ties going back before Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs and trade wars.