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.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
Briefing: Trump, Big Tech and God
Strategic angle: An exploration of the intersection between politics, technology, and faith.
Editorial Staff Mar 14
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
Briefing: A superpower goes offline - Politico
Strategic angle: A superpower goes offline Politico
Editorial Staff Mar 14
Russia and Ukraine both claim front line progress with US-brokered peace talks on hold
US-brokered ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine were put on hold due to the growing escalation in the Middle East.
Editorial Staff Mar 14
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
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
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
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
Briefing: 2028 Dem veteran? Uncle Sam wants you - Politico
Strategic angle: Exploring the potential candidates for the 2028 Democratic nomination.
Editorial Staff Mar 14
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
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
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
An Ethiopian national linked to armed militia FANO deported by ICE
First, an Ethiopian national is deported from the US after American Immigration Services says he's linked to the Ethiopian paramilitary movement Fano.
Editorial Staff Mar 14