
PRI: Shannon Sims on Brazilian film uproar
A Netflix satire that has outraged conservative politicians and clergy in Brazil by portraying Jesus as a gay man.

Al Jazeera: Hannah Armstrong on rising West African violence
In response to the rising number of deaths from attacks by armed groups in the Sahel region of West Africa, France hosts a summit of regional leaders to plot a path forward.

Globe and Mail: Neri Zilber on how Soleimani’s death affects Israel
The country could become a key player in any resulting conflict.

International Crisis Group: Hannah Armstrong on trafficking in Niger
It's necessary to acknowledge the importance of human trafficking to the economy of northern Niger.

AFP: Robbie Corey-Boulet on damming the Nile
As power-starved Ethiopia strives to finish the largest hydropower plant in Africa, tensions with downstream neighbors are rising.

The American Prospect: Jonathan Guyer on Soleimani’s victory in death
The Iranian general's assassination only cements his legacy as a counter to US power.

NYT: Shannon Sims on Brazil’s Recife
In Brazil's lively northeast corner, musical, culinary and architectural delights await.

NIKKEI Asian Review: Matt Wheeler on the Thai peace process
After 15 years of insurgency and four years of peace talks, there's hope of real dialogue with the main Malay-Muslim militant organization.

International Crisis Group: Hannah Armstrong on violence in Niger
The scale of recent attacks is unprecedented, but the anger behind them is rooted in decades-old grievances.

USA Today: Pramila Jayapal and Mark Pocan on the need for bold leadership
Democrats will take back the White House if they follow a progressive vision to win in 2020.