Colombia’s counternarcotics policies, reducing travel distances for Americans, and Iran's next steps after the death Qassem Soleimani.
| Iran can find a new Soleimani The death of Qassem Soleimani is a serious strategic loss for Iran, but it would be a mistake to assume that the death of one military commander will dramatically change either Iran's policies or its ability to wreak havoc around the world, Daniel Byman argues. Read in Foreign Policy Read more from Brookings experts on what the Soleimani killing means for Iran, the United States, and the world on our Iran topic page. |
| Banning cars won't solve America's bigger transportation problem 25 million cars were added to U.S. roadways from 2005 to 2018, a number that underscores the nation's growing dependence on cars. As some neighborhoods experiment with banning cars altogether, Joseph Kane urges planners, developers, and local leaders to focus on reducing travel distances and creating more connected, vibrant, and inclusive places. Read more |
| Detoxifying Colombia's drug policy Colombia's counternarcotics policy choices have a profound impact on peace and state building. In a new report, Vanda Felbab-Brown offers assessments of the available policy options, explores how to synchronize them with preservation of Colombia's unique biodiversity, and discusses the international implications. Read more |
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