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Destruction from Colombia's ongoing civil war in the Montes de Maria.

The plight of the ‘objectors’

Conscientious objectors face legal limbo in a country where “to serve” means getting access to education and formal employment.

Farc negotiators at the table in Oslo.

Peace talks: The sequel

Recent attacks by FARC have cast a shadow over the future of the peace talks. Is a nation at peace really possible?


Syrian rebel fighters in Aleppo.

Consequence of neglect

As ISIS continues to destabilize the Middle East, does the Turkish government bear some of the blame?

As Modi takes over India the nation is plagues by corruption and wealth inequality.

The dark side of growth

As Modi takes over India with the promise of accelerated growth, corruption and illicit wealth still afflict India’s economy.

Nigeria faces a difficult challenge with Boko Haram.

Difficult days ahead

Nigeria is at the beginning of a difficult conflict with terror organization Boko Haram and will require international assistance.


The Colombian negotiating team in Havana, Cuba.

The peace talks, redefined

The polarization regarding the future of the Havana peace talks runs deep as Colombians head to the polls Sunday.


The right wings groups of Europe are inspired by Russia.

Looking toward Russia

As far-right parties increase their clout in the European Union, they often look to Putin’s Russia for ideological inspiration.

Colombian anti-narcotics police patrol southern Cauca.

A war to nowhere

Professors John Cox and Michael Collins of IDEAS analyze how anti-narcotics programs are flawed on all levels.

Santos to face Zuluaga June 15th in run-off election.

Zuluaga to face Santos: June 15th

Elections.32 million registered voters will have their say Sunday May 25th in Colombia's presidential elections.

Illustration for election hacker scandal.

Elections: ‘Hacker-Gate’

A series of political slanders, resignations, and a video "hacker" have shaken the Colombian election race to its very core.

Photo by Crystian Cruz of the 2010 World Cup in SA.

Playing it safe

Over half a million fans will flock to Brazil for the World Cup. Dr. Jon Andrus argues that the risk of an outbreak of measles…

Jan Philip Braunisch, 17, missing in the Darien Gap.

Swede missing in the Darien

Swedish tourist Jan Philip Braunisch, 27, has been missing in the Darien Gap, between Colombia and Panama since May 2013.

Juan Manuel Santos on the campaign trail in Barranquilla.

Elections: Closing the gap

As the presidential election race enters the final weeks, Santos tries to convince Colombians that his policies have worked.