Tensions flare in eastern Ukraine, the U.S. Senate votes on President Trump's Cabinet nominees, and the anniversary of the Maastricht Treaty signing is observed.

Joyce S. Dubensky and Azza Karam discuss the role of peacemakers in conflict resolution.

Robert D. Blackwill and Philip H. Gordon discuss their recently released Council Special Report, Repairing the U.S.-Israel Relationship, and what the U.S. and Israeli governments can do to reframe and revive the countries’ relationship.

Shadi Hamid discusses the outcome of the U.S. presidential election and the role of identity, morality, and religion in American politics.

Daisy Khan discusses community efforts to combat extremism and Islamophobia in the United States.

Paul Douglas and Mitchell C. Hescox discuss their book Caring for Creation: An Evangelical’s Guide to Climate Change and Healthy Environment.

Tom Reese discusses the persecution of religious minorities around the world.

Elizabeth Prodromou and Nathanael Symeonides discuss the social and political implications of the June 2016 Holy and Great Council of the Orthodox Church.

Shaun Casey and Melineh Kano discuss the role of religious communities in refugee resettlement in the United States.

Rachel B. Vogelstein discusses the critical role of gender equity in economic development.