All The Monitor's View
- What precedes Biden’s trip to Saudi Arabia
American Jews and Saudi Muslims have sought an understanding of each other to lay groundwork for building peace in the Middle East.
- An opening for change in Afghanistan?
Amid an economic crisis marked by hunger, an earthquake forces the Taliban to accept foreign aid without condition.
- A global end run on Russia’s food weapon
Joint efforts by G-7 nations aim to free up Ukraine’s grain exports – and ensure freedom from hunger worldwide.
- South Africa’s chance for honest governance
The final report of a corruption commission challenges the ruling party – and points to resiliency in the country’s democracy.
- A turn away from political violence
Court cases show that judicial patience helps break the appeal of violence and the election lie behind it.
- A fruitful intermission for the arts
While the pandemic hit arts and cultural groups hard, donors stepped up to rescue an industry with a vital role in uplifting society.
- Colombia's big break from the past
The election of the country’s first leftist president reflects a demand for transparency, inclusivity - and humility in leadership.
- Free thinking in unfree Iran
A new wave of protests against a theocratic regime reflect demands for equality and secular rule.
- How democracies deflate empty lies
As Europe tightens rules to filter online disinformation, hearings in the U.S. show the value of transparency and unrestricted speech.
- Why one Ukraine struggle is everyone’s
Russia’s targeting of churches has reinforced Ukrainian resolve to defend religious liberty – and the freedom it allows for individual conscience.
- A South African answer to xenophobia
Despite a wave of attacks on migrants, one community sets an example for how to build trust between South Africans and other Africans.
- Israel celebrates its democracy's center
The first anniversary of a diverse governing coalition shows that the value of equality can be put into practice.
- Where India rejected violence
Restraint following acts of desecration at mosques in Ayodhya offers an antidote to rising tensions between Muslims and Hindus.
- An insight for peace in Sudan
Recognition of shared humanity may point a way forward from military rule to democracy.
- A cleansing turn in Honduras
Corruption reform is resetting democratic norms and shows regional leaders hope for addressing root causes of migration.
- A spark of democracy in Central Asia
After recent protests, voters in Kazakhstan overhaul their constitution with reforms that run counter to the autocracy in neighboring Russia.
- Charity's shift on gun violence
As communities redefine the problem as a public health issue, philanthropy is finding new opportunities to promote solutions.
- Africa's new introspection
An acknowledgment of responsibility for coups and terrorism by some of the continent’s leaders may mark a shift.
- Palpable peace for now in Yemen
The extension of a ceasefire that has brought tangible benefits may persuade rival factions to seek a permanent peace.
- Solutions that start with 'I'm sorry'
Mea culpas by public figures help open doors for reform of tough problems like gun violence.