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Maduro Captured: What Comes Next for Venezuela?

Maduro’s capture is a significant tactical victory for the United States, the region, and Venezuelans. Whether it leads to long-term strategic gains for the United States and Venezuelans, meaning a return to democracy, will be clear only with time.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg — January 3, 2026

Starvation Crimes and International Law: A New Era

Indiscriminate bombing of civilian infrastructure. Denial of humanitarian assistance. Medieval sieges of populations centers. The world is facing a global food crisis—and the unlawful use of starvation as a weapon of modern warfare is making it worse. 

Report by Chase Sova — December 4, 2024

Mali: Untangling the Politico-Security Knot

Addressing the deteriorating security situation and improving civil-military relations in Mali require a deeper understanding of the country’s historical and cultural contexts. These can help inform the United States’ strategic engagement with Mali.

Report by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele and Cameron Hudson — October 30, 2024

A Strategic Framework for America in the Twenty-First Century

Uncover the future of global governance and America’s position within it. This monograph explores America’s evolving role on the world stage and highlights key strategies to navigate the critical shifts reshaping the international landscape.

Report by John J. Hamre, Joyce Bongongo, Kate MacPhail, John Schaus, and Nina Tarr — September 17, 2024

AMLO’s Plan C and the North American Bloc, If We Can Keep It

CSIS Americas Director Ryan Berg analyzes the array of constitutional reforms championed by outgoing Mexican president Andrés Manuel López Obrador and their likely impact on North American economic relations.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg — September 3, 2024

A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable?

CSIS Americas Program director Ryan C. Berg and deputy director and senior fellow Christopher Hernandez-Roy look at mass protests against the stolen election in Venezuela and argue the Maduro regime may not be able to repress its way out of the current crisis.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 21, 2024

Can Maduro Pull off the Mother of All Electoral Frauds?

CSIS Americas Program director Ryan C. Berg and deputy director and senior fellow Christopher Hernandez-Roy examine the aftermath of the Venezuelan elections and Maduro's efforts to remain in power. 

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 1, 2024