https://www.csmonitor.comCommentary from The Christian Science Monitor.https://images.csmonitor.com/csm/2024/04/1172291_2_csmlogo_feed_250x30_standard.pnghttps://www.csmonitor.comChristian Science Monitor. All rights reserved.300en-usSun, 05 Apr 2026 21:24:14 EDThttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0403/A-seed-of-peace-in-the-Iran-war?icid=rss16e934e3f520adcd606c9798d8a60e78Some nations appeal to Iran’s better angels to allow shipments of fertilizer products through the Strait of Hormuz to prevent famine. Protecting the innocent has long been an opening to ending a war.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:04:38 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0402/Local-bonds-in-a-war-can-give-peace-a-chance?icid=rssbc8e49fc1a3778508936a97d4cf7f08fSudan’s civilian-led emergency response rooms have just received an international award. This recognition highlights how local, citizen-driven associations can bridge divides and expand hearts and minds.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:41:49 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0401/Truth-seeking-Russians-try-to-save-Telegram?icid=rss9a4fc4a37c167828effe47aa8a0794beAs the Kremlin throttles the last useful messaging app, civilians who use it to support the military (and each other) are realizing the deeper value of freedom of communication and internet use.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:34:07 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0331/EU-and-Canada-lean-into-a-new-world-role?icid=rss412a6cc253ed4aa48511158964b60a00As the U.S. retreats from global institutions and pacts, its allies test new coalitions, or “minilateral” solutions, to renew world stability.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:29:45 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0330/Children-s-innocence-and-the-Iran-war?icid=rssc807ec74b4a017b9e3df50f0accdbae8A global rise in appreciation for the goodness and purity of youth has driven calls and action to better protect children in war situations. It also has helped end a few wars.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:17:15 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0327/When-spring-bursts-forth-with-renewal?icid=rss8d7b0bd54c2eabb021343cc643cb4d68In the Northern Hemisphere, cherry blossoms draw people outdoors to see life anew. From Japan to Washington and other places, their striking beauty inspires awe, contemplation, and connection.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:50:08 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0326/Ban-teens-from-social-media-Ask-first?icid=rssac49510cbefa4e4cd962b5603694ba0eAustralia has already banned under-16s from social media, while American courts are quickly deciding thousands of lawsuits against tech giants for alleged harm. But Britain is first consulting older teens with a pilot test on whether such bans are the only – or best – solution.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:37:54 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0325/Defending-and-demanding-democracy?icid=rss7520becc21566fa83eb1b1a1ec96b622A trio of reports on political freedom around the world raises timely alarms about autocratic tendencies. But the data also shows that the appeal of democratic values is resilient.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:28:06 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0324/A-morsel-of-mercy-that-might-save-Venezuela?icid=rss7c6a03e33faf0b1a7452ee0689d91fa6The country’s regime remains in power since the U.S. removed its dictator. Yet its slow release of political prisoners and an imperfect amnesty law open a window for national reconciliation.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:30:07 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0323/Why-Poles-are-heading-back-home?icid=rssdd65110fca416504b5cf7fb5ed17ddc2The building of democratic institutions has boosted innovation and economic growth in Poland. Now, reversing years of out-migration, Polish citizens (and others) are keen to live in a country that offers promising careers and affordable living.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:48:03 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0320/In-a-rethink-of-aid-motivation-over-mercy?icid=rss333d1c59dfcd01eeddb5ff3b713de3daThe prominent global aid group Mercy Corps rebrands itself as Prosper Global, amid a burst of fresh thinking in the humanitarian and development community after huge cuts in foreign aid funding.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:41:37 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0319/Toward-balanced-immigration-enforcement?icid=rss21050494b734b688b943c5ea457f8797Concerns about overly aggressive targeting of suspected unauthorized immigrants might push Congress, as well as a new head of Homeland Security, to align law enforcement with respect for individual humanity and civic rights.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:54:02 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0318/The-big-lift-in-intelligence-from-AI?icid=rss4b92093c59610128dde7de309025ddc8As more companies use artificial intelligence, surveys show a vast upskilling of workers to use AI, expanding their capabilities to attain broader definitions of intelligence.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:27:03 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0317/Ending-the-deceit-that-lures-Africans-into-Russia-s-war?icid=rssab216e39b6657b56107353f44e577875Africa’s citizens and governments, in the name of upholding individual dignity, are resisting Russia’s use of social media and intimidation to trap thousands of men from poorer countries in its war effort.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:47:43 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0316/How-the-Iran-war-might-shape-a-new-world-order?icid=rss543420cda60bac71a60bbd7873c4ca05Both sides in the war are finding it hard to enlist help from other countries – a clear sign that they are out of alignment with international law. The war might help set new norms that help keep the peace.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:21:42 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0313/Students-and-AI-Mastery-not-misuse?icid=rssd6ce6efa5efbbf2c873e85be2a8eeb13American youths’ rapid turn to artificial intelligence tools for school work is prompting a more expansive approach to AI literacy that focuses on building their agency and responsible use. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:37:39 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0312/An-oil-crisis-as-an-opening-for-ingenuity?icid=rsse3c6e979a522b688c869cf4c2f558f04Each energy crisis in the past has led to innovations that lessen the blows of the next one. Creative thinking is never in short supply.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:52:57 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0311/Britain-scores-a-win-for-equality?icid=rss672286876bad3385b7eaaab1332c9318Parliament’s vote to end a centuries-old tradition of inherited seats in the House of Lords reflects a country eager to curb divisions and disparities. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:29:15 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0310/Iran-s-new-leader-could-spark-a-revolution?icid=rss7bfb5d62977b9974385d4b8127f991e0Public desires for a merit-based society over the current nepotistic one have driven many protests. Now as the son of the late supreme leader takes power, those desires might topple such dynastic rule.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:44:51 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Boardhttps://www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/the-monitors-view/2026/0309/Nepal-climbs-its-Everest-of-honesty?icid=rssb46746fc978d53d5ad2fb95b2c15a9bdA resounding vote for clean governance in this Asian nation has ousted entrenched parties in favor of a new generation and new norms.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:29:12 EDTthe Monitor's Editorial Board