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Briefing: Will the war in Iran advance or hinder Europe's energy transition?

Strategic angle: European countries remain divided over how to respond to the surge in oil and gas prices.

Briefing: Nestle says thieves stole 12 tons of KitKat chocolate bars

Strategic angle: "We've always encouraged people to have a break with KitKat," the company said, "but it seems thieves have taken the message too literally."

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem

Strategic angle: An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Nexstar-Tegna deal on ice after judge issues temporary restraining order

Strategic angle: A temporary restraining order has halted the Nexstar-Tegna deal, raising questions about its future.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Tears and defiance as Lebanese family bury child, 11, killed in Israeli strike

Strategic angle: Jawad Younes and his uncle Ragheb were laid to rest on Saturday after their family compound was hit a day earlier.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: France hosts ‘No Kings’ march as anti-Trump protests spread

Strategic angle: Hundreds rally in Paris’ Place de la Bastille for a “No Kings” protest against Donald Trump, denouncing authoritarianism and “endless wars”.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: The Spring Break Battle Over Florida’s Tourism Image

Strategic angle: A political struggle emerges as Florida's tourism image faces scrutiny during spring break.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 5

Strategic angle: Russia launched over 270 drones at Ukraine overnight, resulting in multiple casualties.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: What could Houthi involvement in the Iran war mean?

Strategic angle: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have entered the conflict, raising concerns over global shipping and regional stability.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Belgium's state-owned railway shines light on Holocaust role

Strategic angle: A Holocaust survivor and the son of a Nazi collaborator share their experiences at Brussels' Train World museum, emphasizing the importance of remembering history.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Tens of thousands march against far right in London ahead of local elections

Strategic angle: Protesters demonstrate in central London to oppose the rise of far-right movements ahead of crucial elections.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Bank of America agrees to pay $72 million to settle Epstein sex-trafficking suit

The settlement addresses claims that the bank overlooked warning signs related to Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: France unveils aid to shield key sectors from soaring fuel prices

Strategic angle: The French government announces €70 million in aid to support transport, fishing, and agriculture amid rising fuel costs.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Deadly Russian strikes damage port, maternity hospital

Strategic angle: Russian air attacks across Ukraine early Saturday killed at least four people and damaged critical infrastructure, including a port and a maternity hospital.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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22 die off coast of Greece after six days at sea in migrant rubber boat

Greek coastguards rescue 26 survivors as tragedy unfolds in the Mediterranean.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Why some Democrats want to shut off Hasan Piker’s ‘megaphone’

Strategic angle: A look into the concerns surrounding Hasan Piker's influence in political discourse.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: WTO Members Introduce World's First Baseline Digital Trade Rules

Strategic angle: Despite opposition, WTO members have successfully established foundational digital trade regulations.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: 'History is repeating itself': Fears of Israeli occupation grow in Lebanon

Strategic angle: Fears of an Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon are growing among residents as more and more people become displaced due to ongoing air strikes.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Whale stranded off Germany's coast gets stuck again

Strategic angle: The unlucky humpback was spotted stranded on a sandbank in the Bay of Wismar, less than two days after being set free.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Dems’ Piker pickle - Politico

Strategic angle: An analysis of the Democratic Party's current challenges and strategies.

Editorial Staff Mar 28