Politics

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Briefing: Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola

Strategic angle: A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.

editorial-staff Mar 24

Politics

Trump officials announce 10-gigawatt data center, gas plants for former Ohio uranium site

Major infrastructure project aims to revitalize former uranium site in Ohio.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Mette Frederiksen heads into Danish elections as a global figure, but a divisive one domestically

Strategic angle: The leader of the Social Democrats seeks reelection amid mixed domestic support and international recognition.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Plane and ground vehicle collide at New York's LaGuardia Airport halting flights

An Air Canada Express plane suffered significant damage after the collision, leading to flight disruptions.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Argentina's 'Dirty War' still on trial 50 years later

Strategic angle: Victims are still fighting for justice as the legacy of the brutal military dictatorship continues to unfold.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

EU restricts Hungary's access to classified intelligence over alleged leaks to Russia

The European Union has limited Hungary's access to sensitive information amid concerns of intelligence leaks to Russia.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: ICE agents deploy to major US airports as security queues stretch for hours

Strategic angle: Hundreds of ICE agents have been deployed to 14 airports, in cities including New York, Atlanta and Houston.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved?

Strategic angle: Indian authorities accuse six Ukrainians and an American of supporting insurgent groups along the India-Myanmar border, raising questions about potential political motivations.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep across parts of the Gulf States

Strategic angle: UAE authorities remain on high alert as heavy rain, strong winds and dust storms are expected to hit the country this week.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Whose war is it? Trump eyes Iran talks as Israel hints at long campaign

Strategic angle: Another deadline day, another ultimatum, another surprise turn from the US president.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Supreme Court sounds skeptical of late-arriving ballots, a Trump target

Strategic angle: The Supreme Court expresses doubts about the validity of late-arriving ballots, a key issue for Trump.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Johannes Hahn resigns as EU special envoy for Cyprus, citing 'other commitments'

Strategic angle: Hahn steps down from his role after being appointed in May 2025, following extensive negotiations by Cypriot leadership.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: 8 architecture and culture groups sue Trump and the Kennedy Center board

Strategic angle: The groups, including the American Institute of Architects, demand compliance with historic preservation laws.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Police evacuate Brussels Midi train station after finding two mysterious packages

Strategic angle: Gare du Midi train and metro stations were evacuated on Monday evening after two mysterious packages were found, each on a separate train platform.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Trump threatens to send ICE agents to airports amid TSA funding impasse

President Donald Trump warns of deploying ICE agents to US airports if Congress does not fund airport security amid a government shutdown.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Nestlé goes on trial over 'immeasurable' microplastic pollution of water bottle dumps

Strategic angle: The food industry giant faces legal action for illegally dumping plastic bottles that contaminated soil and water resources.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Strategic battle unfolds between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon

Strategic angle: Khiam is the last Shiite-majority town on the road leading to the northeast of Lebanon, facing renewed internal divisions and trauma from past conflicts.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: One Nation’s Surge, Liberal Party’s Collapse: SA Election Reveals Tectonic Shifts in Australian Politics

Strategic angle: The conservative and right side of Australian politics has fractured completely.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Dr. Andrew Smith: Elections are won by 'constructing a vision that articulates political values'

Strategic angle: Stuart Norval welcomes Dr. Andrew Smith to discuss the significance of political vision in elections.

editorial-staff Mar 23

Politics

Briefing: Former French rugby star Serge Blanco wins bid for Biarritz mayor

Strategic angle: Legendary French rugby player Serge Blanco successfully entered politics in Biarritz, winning the municipal election.

editorial-staff Mar 23