David Ignatius's Blog, page 92

Some creative ways to deal with North Korea

Negotiations cannot not turn on a binary either-war-or-capitulation axis.

The most surprising thing about Trump’s U.N. speech

‘Rocket Man’ rhetoric aside, this address embraced the international community.

The right question to ask about the Iran nuclear deal

Trump says it’s “the worst deal ever negotiated.” Would the world be safer without it?

Bring back the ombudsman

Public editors can be a pain in the neck, and their criticism can sting, but they broaden public trust.

Tillerson is working with China and Russia — very, very quietly

Out of the spotlight, the secretary of state seems to be crafting a broad strategy aimed at stabilizing the situations in North Korea, Syria and Ukraine.

History shows us how calamitous the North Korea crisis could become

Wars often result from bellicose rhetoric and bad information.

Trump’s big decision in Syria

Even after the Islamic State is routed, U.S. troops can play a key mediating role.

A diminutive woman — and a spy who defined courage

The bravery of Jeannie Rousseau de Clarens saved thousands of lives.

Could this be a game-changer for Middle East peace?

The opportunities for trade, investment and security cooperation between Israel and the Palestinians have never been greater.

Trump’s Afghanistan strategy isn’t to win. It’s to avoid losing.

He doesn’t want to be the president to pack up and go home.