Top stories published by Foreign Policy in January of 2018 – Medium

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Top Stories published by Foreign Policy in January of 2018

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Trump Is the Worst Salesman America Has Ever Had

The United States is more unpopular than ever before, and that’s no accident.

The Olympics Will Only Make the Korea Crisis Worse

The founder of the games dreamed of inspiring world…

It’s Time to Bomb North Korea

Destroying Pyongyang’s nuclear arsenal is still in America’s national interest.

India’s Hospitals Are Filling Up With Desperate Americans

Are deep-pocketed medical tourists the cause of, or solution to, India’s health care problems?

Trump’s Nationalism Is Arbitrary, Dangerous, Incoherent, and Silly

Nationalism has a new voice. That makes it all the more imperative to take its claims seriously and meet them head on.

Limited Strikes On North Korea Would Be An Unlimited Disaster

There’s no clear upside — and plenty of potential downsides — to punching Pyongyang in the nose.

How Washington Helps Tehran Control the Internet

Meant to hurt the regime, U.S. sanctions actually make it easier for the mullahs to crack down on dissent online.

Meet the Mild-Mannered Spy Who Made Himself the ‘American James Bond’

Edward Lansdale’s most successful covert operations may have been crafting his own reputation.

Egypt’s Undemocratic Election

Under Sisi’s iron fist, only one candidate is allowed to run.

America’s Military Is Choking on Old Technology

As its rivals invest in new military hardware, Washington is stuck refurbishing obsolete equipment.

These were the top 10 stories published by Foreign Policy in January of 2018. You can also dive into daily archives for January of 2018 by using the calendar at the top of this page.

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