By Sydnee Fox // Israel's operations against Iran have only increased Iranian motivation to acquire nuclear weapons and take revenge on both Israel and the United States, making successful negotiations impossible.
Author: Realist Review Staff
The Metal of the Gods: Is Thorium Energy the Future of India?
By Lake Dodson // A significant cap on carbon emissions without the risk of relying on an undependable energy source would be a literal lifesaver for India. India’s overall carbon emissions nearly doubled from 2005 to 2016, negatively affecting two enormous national industries that directly impact the health of the Earth: agriculture and fishing. For them and six of the world's wealthiest nations, the answer is simple: Thorium Oxide.
The United States’ Counter-Productive Foreign Policy in Ukraine
By Johnny B. Davis // The United States needs a strategic reevaluation of its Russia policy. Russia is wrong to engage in war aggression against Ukraine. Still, the United States and Russia’s interests do not conflict. Ukraine is an issue between the European Union and Russia.
UK, EU Should Be Careful With Northern Ireland
By Sophie Boulter // When the EU threatens trade wars and the UK disregards international agreements, it ignores Northern Ireland’s unique situation and treats it as just another bargaining chip in the Brexit negotiation process.
America Should Counter China with Multilateralism
By Christopher Ynclan Jr. // China has gradually isolated itself in the Asia-Pacific through its belligerent wolf warrior diplomacy and maritime ambitions.
NATO is Not a Good Model for the Indo-Pacific
By Vincenzo Caporale // Southeast Asia wants to manage China’s growth, not be pressured into a situation where it must choose sides.
For European Unity, It’s “Use It or Lose It”
By Sophie Boulter // The EU is closer than ever and could finally accomplish important reforms. However, this moment is finite and precarious.
Death, Dictators and Diplomacy: Russia’s Rise in Africa
By Dayan Reynolds // Regardless of how the war in Ukraine impacts Russia’s influence in other corners of the world, one thing is clear: its stock in Africa is still on the rise.
Finland Hurries Towards NATO, Skeptical Sweden Moves Slower
By Lake Dodson // Despite Finland and Sweden both moving to join NATO, Finland appears to be working far more diligently to do so.
Preventing War Over Taiwan: Washington’s Role and Taipei’s Responsibility
By Jonathan Liu // Risking a nuclear conflict with China undermines the livelihood and prosperity of all. But such a choice can and should be avoided in the foreseeable future.
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