Moira Fagan

International relations experts' assessment of the current crises facing the world are often at odds with those of the U.S. general public.

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, people around the world are still concerned by the threat of global climate change.

A median of 75% across 14 surveyed countries say they have confidence in German Chancellor Angela Merkel to do the right thing regarding world affairs.

The United Nations is broadly credited with promoting peace and human rights as younger adults are more supportive of cooperation with other countries.

Most say cooperation with other countries is important in dealing with global threats, especially on the spread of infectious diseases.

NATO is generally seen in a positive light across countries in the alliance, but many express reservations about fulfilling Article 5’s collective defense obligations.

Asked in spring 2019 which country or group poses the greatest threat to their country in the future, just 6% of Americans named Iran.

As leaders meet for the General Assembly, the United Nations has a mostly positive international image. Read key facts about how people worldwide view the UN.

Majorities in many countries say global climate change is a major threat to their nation. Global concerns about climate change have risen since 2013.

Many Europeans say the European Union promotes peace, and most think it promotes democratic values and prosperity. But they also tend to see it as inefficient, intrusive and out of touch with citizens' needs.