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As the Ukraine crisis continues, how should we understand Russia's larger political aims?

As a year of conflict and crises draws to a close, how can we absorb the news without losing hope in 2023 and beyond?

Deborah Amos, Steve Erlanger, and Philip Stephens join guest host Carla Robbins to discuss the week's top news stories.

If Russia's war on Ukraine continues to escalate, could nuclear weapons enter the picture? Emma Belcher looks at the risk and what we can do to reduce the threat.

Emmanuel Macron tries to assuage Russia’s concerns, but no one ever truly implemented the Minks Agreement he’s rousing, explains Ivo Daalder on CBC's Power & Politics.

"What Putin wants is something we can't give him through diplomacy," says Council President Ivo Daalder on CNN with Jake Tapper.

Journalists Ryan Heath, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join Council President Ivo Daalder to review the news of the week.

Research Associate Ethan Kessler explains the benefits and drawbacks of what’s become a major US foreign policy tool.

The West is failing to win over the Global South and the lack of support for the Ukraine war demonstrates why it matters.

Deep Dish dissects the surprising election results and what they mean for Poland’s future within the EU.

Balancing power or increasing risk? Deep Dish explores what a multilateral defense pact for Asia might mean.

Has President Biden done enough to reassure America's allies? Council President Ivo Daalder joins MSNBC to discuss.

How are soaring costs affecting lives and testing political support for sanctions on Russia?

New York Times reporter Matina Stevis-Gridneff and sanctions expert Nicholas Mulder join Deep Dish to discuss how the sanctions crippling Russia affect the global economy.

Former US Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul and Wilson Center’s Lucian Kim explain how Russia’s setbacks in Ukraine have exposed flaws in its claims to be a great power.

Can the United States and Russia still work together on nuclear nonproliferation?

Milorad Dodik, the Serb member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is leveraging nationalist sentiments to make a move towards succession. Will it spark a new conflict?

Nonresident Fellow Paul Poast explains why both are a key part of American foreign policy.

Could the Western Balkans region become a ‘second front’ in the Russia’s conflict with the West? Tim Judah and Ilva Tare join Deep Dish to discuss.

Will gas flow in the Nord Stream 2 pipeline if Russia invades Ukraine? Council President Ivo Daalder argues on CNN it is "inconceivable."

As Russia-NATO talks commence in Brussels, Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes President Vladimir Putin's position on Ukraine with CNN’s Bianna Golodryga.

How has Russia's invasion of Ukraine upended the global food system? Food security experts Ertharin Cousin and Teresa Welsh discuss.

Should the United States take a more militarized or diplomatic approach in Taiwan-China relations?

The European Union has bold goals to wean itself from Russian energy. Can it succeed?

What is behind the recent wave of instability between states on Russia’s southern periphery? Joshua Kucera and Madeleine Reeves discuss.

Childhood malnutrition has lifelong consequences for individuals and the global community. Here’s what you can do to help.

In lieu of a new World Review, Ivo Daalder talks with Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd about the foreign policy objectives of the United States and China and how these superpowers can prevent competition from sparking a conflict.

Russians share their perspectives on why military disaster in Ukraine could have seismic consequences for their nation’s politics, economy, and society—with global implications.

Why microchips are at the heart of the geopolitical contest between the US and China.

Molly Montgomery and William Rugeroin Deep Dish to discuss if dealing with Putin is a lost cause or not.

Harvard University's Stephen M. Walt joins Deep Dish to explain America's foreign policy failures since the end of the Cold War.

Discover the power of cinema as we unpack the 'Oppenheimer' movie's ability to resurface long-forgotten fears and inspire dialogue around nuclear consciousness.

Why moving to renewable energy will not increase energy security and reduce geopolitical power struggles and what to do.

Could Big Tech's failure to moderate social media be fueling violence and extremism in Kenya and beyond?

The unknown story of Zelensky’s powerful wartime leadership.

Tanvi Mandan and Srinath Raghavan unpack India’s foreign policy calculations between Russia, China, and a unified West.

What is driving the recent increase in North Korean missile launches—and how should the US respond?

What does China’s economic slowdown mean for the world? UC San Diego's Victor Shih joins Deep Dish to discuss.

Does the Sri Lanka crisis foreshadow uprisings across the Global South? Expert Ram Manikkalingam joins Deep Dish to discuss.

Some of the most important innovations in the news media may be happening in Africa. What can we learn?

On Deep Dish we discuss if protests against zero-COVID mean a change in Chinese attitudes toward political expression.

Deep Dish explores what makes Costa Rica a shining example of functionality.

We breakdown the mystery behind the BRICS and its evolving role in shaping the global order.

Deep Dish unpacks if Biden really centered human rights in US foreign policy.

Get ready to meet Brian Hanson and Lizzy Shackelford – the voices behind Deep Dish.

Has regionalization or globalization been the key economic trend over the last 40 years?

"The Diplomat" is Hollywood's take on the foreign service. Deep Dish explores the significance with a career diplomat and TV producer.

What are the implications of Japan’s largest military buildup since World War II, and what does this mean for the US-Japan security alliance?

On Deep Dish, we discuss if the ROK and Japan can finally resolve their fight over history and cooperate on Asia security.

Admiral John Richardson joins the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Deep Dish podcast to discuss China, Russia, and the future of the Navy.