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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

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Briefing: 2028 Dem veteran? Uncle Sam wants you - Politico

Strategic angle: Exploring the potential candidates for the 2028 Democratic nomination.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Israeli strike kills 12 medics in a clinic in southern Lebanon

Strategic angle: An overnight Israeli strike resulted in the deaths of a dozen medical staff in southern Lebanon, escalating tensions in the region.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Iranian lawmaker says Ukraine's drone support makes it a legitimate war target

Strategic angle: Eleven countries have requested Kyiv’s help in countering Shahed-type drones amid the Iran war and Tehran's ongoing attacks against the Gulf states.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Senate Republicans worry they’re losing ground in the midterms

Strategic angle: Concerns rise among Senate Republicans as midterm elections approach.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: The reviews are in. It's not looking good, America.

Strategic angle: Politico reports on the concerning feedback regarding America's current situation.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?

Strategic angle: The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran's energy infrastructure.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: ICE deports Ethiopian national who called for violence on social media

Strategic angle: US authorities have deported an Ethiopian national linked to an armed militia after online activity raised concerns.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states

Strategic angle: The Palestinian group also affirms Tehran's right to defend itself from 'aggression' by the US and Israel.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Germany's Greens: More than leftist, woke ecologists?

Strategic angle: Cem Özdemir won the election in Baden-Württemberg partly by abandoning many of his Green Party's core issues. His party is still debating whether this was a good move.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: As the risk of measles grows, why are parents so divided on vaccines?

Strategic angle: In South Carolina, some parents embrace vaccines, others opt out. A mix of politics, distrust, and misinformation is pushing neighbors apart.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Trump rejects Putin's offer to move Iran's enriched uranium to Russia: Report

Strategic angle: Trump has declined an offer from Putin regarding Iran's enriched uranium, according to a recent report.

Editorial Staff Mar 14

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Briefing: NATO Defence Systems Shoot Down Iranian Ballistic Missile Over Turkey

Strategic angle: Turkey's defence ministry confirms the interception of an Iranian missile by NATO systems in the eastern Mediterranean.

Editorial Staff Mar 14