Trump’s Russia Sanctions Toolkit
Options to Increase Leverage to End Putin’s War Against Ukraine
Europe
‘Don’t Lecture Us on Morality’: Israel Responds to Macron’s ‘Shameful’ Barb Over Gaza Aid Flow
Latest Developments Macron Calls for Review of EU-Israel Cooperation: French President Emmanuel Macron called on the European Union to review its cooperation agreements with Israel, citing the restrictions...
Flash Briefs
‘Tensions Could Become Irreversible’: Iran Threatens Consequences for Europe if Sanctions ‘Snapped Back’ Before October Sunset
Araghchi Threatens E3: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of “irreversible” consequences if the United Kingdom, France, and Germany — known as the E3 — trigger...
Flash Briefs
A Turkey With No Elections?
On March 19, Turkish authorities arrested Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu—President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s most serious political challenger. Imamoglu has served as mayor since 2019 and has defeated...
Op-eds
When did the current wave of antisemitism begin?
To my mind, the sickening fate of journalist Daniel Pearl signaled the beginning of the revived trend that Jews are still confronting.
Op-eds
On V-E Day, honor the heroes of World War II by upholding their ideals of freedom
The triumph of the 1944 allied invasion of Europe — secured 80 years ago this week — was no sure thing. World War II was ultimately won by the courage and conviction of young soldiers,...
Op-eds
What the U.S. Can Learn from Israel’s ‘Qatargate’ Affair
White House Correspondents’ season just wrapped in Washington. Last weekend, celebrities, journalists, and politicians descended on Washington to celebrate the free press. Traditionally, the weekend...
Insights
Putin ‘has to be dealt with differently’
Trump’s new perspective is correct
Op-eds
Shaping the Future of Cyber Diplomacy
Review for State Department Reauthorization
Congressional Testimonies
How Trump Should Answer Putin’s Foot-Dragging
Despite President Donald Trump’s efforts to broker peace in Ukraine, Russian bombs continue to fall. Trump seems to be growing frustrated but has yet to apply tangible pressure on the Kremlin. That needs...
Op-eds
Trump Administration Foreign Policy Tracker: First 100 Days
Welcome back to the Trump Administration Foreign Policy Tracker. This is a special edition covering President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office. As always, FDD’s experts assess...
Policy Tracker
On Crimea and Russia Sanctions Relief, Congress Has Leverage
President Donald Trump is pressuring Ukraine to accept a peace framework granting Russia significant concessions, including sanctions relief and formal U.S. recognition of Moscow’s illegal annexation...
Policy Briefs
In Call to Lift Sanctions, Syrian Interim Leader Underlines Support From Russia and Turkey
“A new set of security relations in the region:” Turkey and Russia will be the dominant outside actors in Syria, the country’s interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, indicated...
Flash Briefs
Truth matters: Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attacks now documented for history
Lord Roberts' parliamentary report combats denial with evidence
Op-eds
‘Attack on Democracy’: Germany Blocks Eurofighter Sale to Turkey for Imprisoning Opposition Leader
Turkey Seeks to Modernize Air Force: Germany’s parliament blocked the sale of approximately three dozen Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Turkey on April 17, citing concerns over the...
Flash Briefs
Erdoğan Sets His Sights on Israel
If Trump wants to prevent another regional conflict, calling Turkey’s president a “friend” won’t cut it.
Op-eds
Yes, step up the pace on Ukraine peace — with fresh consequences if Putin resists
If the Ukraine peace talks don’t show real promise “within a matter of days,” Washington will “move on” to other priorities, Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared, following talks with...
Op-eds
‘Within a Matter of Days’: Rubio Warns U.S. Could Walk Away From Russia-Ukraine Negotiations
‘It’s Not Our War’: Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that the United States will abandon its efforts to secure a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine if progress...
Flash Briefs
Iran’s Foothold Reaches Into North Africa
In the early days of the Israel-Hamas war, Iran issued a baffling threat: if Israel did not relent in Gaza, Tehran would close the Strait of Gibraltar, the narrow maritime passage separating Africa from...
Policy Briefs
Putin’s Palm Sunday Attack Demands A Response
Moscow will only take peace negotiations seriously if Washington flexes its muscles.