.@paulkrugman reviews “Underground Empire” by Henry Farrell and Abraham Newman, who explain how the United States uses—and abuses—its authority over the world’s economy and communication networks. trib.al/Xfcrnx7

.@general_ben, Led Klosky, @RTPerson3, and Eric Williamson make a case for why Kyiv should destroy the bridge spanning the Kerch Strait—the most potent symbol of Russia’s occupation of Ukraine. trib.al/Vw9CaHD

“The idea that there is any single religion that can subsume India’s historical diversity is patently ridiculous,” writes @HartoshSinghBal. “But Prime Minister Narendra Modi has managed to persuade plenty of Indians otherwise.” trib.al/swp5pPq

If Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates can coordinate their approaches to the war in Gaza, they will have a better chance of facilitating an outcome to the conflict that benefits them all, writes @LinaKhatibUK. trib.al/whVCqmG

Read @JessicaEStern and Bessel van der Kolk on the intergenerational cycle of trauma underpinning the war in Gaza—and why Israel’s mass punishment of Gazan civilians will only feed this cycle: trib.al/Scyf1dI

As soon as the conflict in Gaza broke out, virtual battle lines began to emerge—and misinformation started flooding social media platforms, write @peterwsinger and @etbrooking. How will online information shape how future wars are fought and won? trib.al/sgQBymq

On the latest episode of “The Foreign Affairs Interview,” @AdamPosen, @ZongyuanZoeLiu, and @michaelxpettis consider the causes of China’s economic malaise—and whether Xi’s decision-making is stunting the country’s growth. trib.al/DnQsaRQ

“If Azerbaijan and Armenia do not return to the negotiating table, a war grows ever more likely,” warns @Olesya_vArt. trib.al/fALYtcd

“No single event could more quickly turn the tide of the war, reset the narrative, and restore confidence in Kyiv’s ability to win than crippling the most potent symbol of Russia’s occupation of Ukraine: the bridge spanning the Kerch Strait.” trib.al/gbpw2K1

If Javier Milei wants to build political support for his reforms—and break Argentina’s long cycle of decline—he must backtrack on some of his radical campaign rhetoric, especially when it comes to economics and foreign policy, writes @binettibruno. trib.al/2KlCTv2

.@TimNaftali reflects on Henry Kissinger’s complex career in politics, the uniqueness of his role in the modern age, and the U.S. diplomat’s moral blind spots: trib.al/q7VOV4k

Were the United States and fellow NATO members to cut off Ukraine, it may be seen globally as a triumph for Moscow—and the Kremlin might well declare the war a strategic triumph, warn @LianaFix and @mkimmage. trib.al/UuAF2xV

In a review of Henry Farrell and Abraham Newman’s new book, “Underground Empire,” @paulkrugman explores how Washington has weaponized its control over dollars, information, and intellectual property. Start reading here: trib.al/9PYkpZV

Israel’s current bombing campaign will not cause Gaza’s residents to revolt against Hamas’s rule, argues @ProfessorPape. Instead, as civilian casualties continue to mount, Israel is likely producing more terrorists than it is killing. trib.al/2CUel4v

Read @peterwsinger and @etbrooking on the digital battle lines of the Israel-Hamas war—and how weaponized information is both fueling old grievances and driving new acts of violence as the conflict unfolds. trib.al/TxrDj05

“How should one apply morality to Henry Kissinger’s statesmanship? How does one balance his accomplishments against his misdeeds?” @Joe_Nye examines Kissinger’s long tenure in government—and his complex legacy: trib.al/yMa3dJN

“The United States can monitor almost all international communication. Santa may not know whether you’ve been bad or good, but the NSA probably does.” Read @paulkrugman’s review of “Underground Empire” by Henry Farrell and Abraham Newman: trib.al/KmDxmIF

“The bridge spanning the Kerch Strait is a physical manifestation of Moscow’s narrative that unbreakable fraternal bonds exist between Russia and Ukraine, an idea Putin has used to legitimize his invasion.” trib.al/OTDPBD8

On the latest episode of “The Foreign Affairs Interview,” @AdamPosen, @ZongyuanZoeLiu, and @michaelxpettis debate the causes of China’s economic stagnation. Start listening here: trib.al/wBiK1FZ

“Time and again, in moments of war or extreme violence, Israelis have moved to the right.” @dahliasc argues that the war in Gaza is unlikely to produce a fundamental change in the direction of Israeli politics: trib.al/qBy7xVq

.@peterwsinger and @etbrooking discuss how the Israel-Hamas war spiraled into a worldwide information conflict—and what the current narrative battle reveals about the future of modern warfare: trib.al/ME80Zm9

“The best way for a government to fight terrorist movements is to avoid killing civilians—otherwise, the cycle of victimization just breeds more terrorists,” write @JessicaEStern and Bessel van der Kolk. trib.al/gYPAB8J

In the coming decade, U.S. leaders must rethink their theories about how social and economic evolutions take place—and whether external actors, including the United States itself, can influence these kinds of transformations abroad, argues @charleskingdc. trib.al/aAJPkEC

If Israel wants to succeed in destroying Hamas, it must give Palestinians a genuine alternative to simply supporting the group—and this will require creating a pathway for an eventual Palestinian state, argues @ProfessorPape. trib.al/sE7ANbI

.@VFelbabBrown discusses the geopolitics of the fentanyl trade—and the obstacles that make it challenging for Washington to plug supply channels from abroad. trib.al/d1uVnCt

“Even if the United States does not provoke hot conflict, there is still a major reason to worry about its dramatic economic and data power: Washington will not always be in the right.” trib.al/gYkoqzk

Listen to the latest episode of “The Foreign Affairs Interview,” featuring @AdamPosen, @ZongyuanZoeLiu, and @michaelxpettis on the potential drivers of China’s stagnation—from the Chinese economy’s structural problems to Xi Jinping’s leadership. trib.al/UjGPEY2

“The ongoing war in Gaza is an opportunity for Arab countries to go beyond pragmatic de-escalation with Iran and to push for the United States to develop a strategy that addresses Iran’s destabilization of the Middle East.” trib.al/rOtNMiX

Foreign Affairs’ editors have compiled our best recent coverage of climate change and how best to avert climate catastrophe. Start reading here: trib.al/Vcsrr9M

“Growing up in terror leaves deep traces on developing minds, brains, and identities.” @JessicaEStern and Bessel van der Kolk warn that Israel’s operation in Gaza will radicalize a new generation of victimized youth: trib.al/g2j3uhQ