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Briefing: Cuban protesters ransack Communist office as energy crisis deepens

Strategic angle: Discontent is mounting over rolling blackouts and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, exacerbated by a US blockade.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Middle East war: Gulf economies on the brink of suffocation

Strategic angle: Gulf nations face economic challenges as hydrocarbons remain a significant part of their GDP amidst geopolitical tensions.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: US embassy attacked in Baghdad, after strikes kill Iran-backed fighters in Iraq

Strategic angle: The US embassy in Baghdad was hit by an attack following strikes that killed three members of a powerful Iran-backed group.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Balkan ex-presidents slam Iran war at Global Baku Forum

Strategic angle: Two former Balkan leaders criticized the US-Israeli war against Iran, highlighting its role in escalating global tensions.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold direct talks in the coming days

Strategic angle: An overnight Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed a dozen health workers at a clinic, with health authorities reporting 26 paramedics killed since March 2.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Exclusive: Trump rejects efforts to launch Iran ceasefire talks, sources say

Strategic angle: Trump's administration is reportedly dismissing calls for negotiations aimed at a ceasefire in Iran.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Five arrested in Cuba after protest at local Communist party office

Strategic angle: Rare action began peacefully but ‘degenerated into vandalism’ according to state-run newspaper.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Trump, Big Tech and God

Strategic angle: An exploration of the intersection between politics, technology, and faith.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Israel threatens to strike ambulances in Lebanon in Hezbollah fighting

Strategic angle: The Israeli military warned that it may target ambulances allegedly misused by Hezbollah, raising concerns over medical safety in conflict zones.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: US Military Bombs Strategic Iranian Island of Kharg

Strategic angle: President Trump announces the obliteration of military targets on Kharg Island, crucial to Iran's oil exports.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: A superpower goes offline - Politico

Strategic angle: A superpower goes offline Politico

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: US Bombs Kharg Island: Implications for Iran's Oil Network

Strategic angle: A recent US strike on Kharg Island has raised questions about its significance in the ongoing conflict and its impact on Iran's oil infrastructure.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled

Strategic angle: The strikes come after the United States paused ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine due to the war with Iran.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year

Strategic angle: The Trump ally's departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Trump urges UK, China, France and others to send ships to secure Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: The US president's call follows recent attacks on the key oil terminal Kharg Island.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Jürgen Habermas, influential German philosopher, dies at 96

Strategic angle: Renowned for his contributions to philosophy and social theory, Habermas passed away at the age of 96.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Belarus' Kolesnikova Receives Charlemagne Prize in Germany

Strategic angle: Belarusian opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova collects the Aachen-based prize after her release from prison.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Celebrated philosopher Jürgen Habermas dies aged 96

Strategic angle: One of Germany's greatest postwar intellectuals, he continuously argued for a robust and inclusive democracy. His passing marks the end of an era.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Zelensky and European leaders warn the US against easing sanctions on Russia

Strategic angle: Ukrainian president criticizes US decision to partially lift sanctions on Russian oil during Paris visit.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Trump urges other nations to help secure shipping through Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: Trump calls for international cooperation to ensure safe passage in a critical shipping lane.

Editorial Staff Mar 14