The state, in its effort to reestablish order, must not undermine itself by employing a rogue, unaccountable mercenary force. The International Convention against the Recruitment, Use, Financing and Training of Mercenaries, and the accompanying Montreux Document provide the means for oversight.

With an increased international focus on nuclear energy, countries should evaluate potential chokepoints in the supply chain.

The Sahel exemplifies how climate change intensifies resource scarcity, conflict, and governance challenges across fragile states.

Some 80% of public services are provided through NGOs, cyclically justifying disinvestment from the Haitian state and depriving it from growth opportunities. To ensure a future Haitian state is experienced and prepared for long-term governance and social services, NGOs must either instructively partner with the Haitian state or allow themselves to be functionally replaced.

If leveraged correctly, Ankara and Tehran can use their unique - and often tenuous - relationship to promote peace in the Middle East.

Human trafficking has reached a rampant level in Vietnam, primarily targeting women, children, and ethnic minorities.

 In the wake of the damage the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has done to USAID, the international community should rally to provide support and fight climate change in Iraq and reduce the harm to its IDPs