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State of the Order: In June, the world’s alliances strengthened—but concerning risks for the democratic order remain
In June, much of the world saw not only rising temperatures, but also multiplying stresses on the world order. Israel and Hamas still did not agree on a cease-fire, despite hopes earlier in the month that both sides would sign onto a previously floated …