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Briefing: A superpower goes offline - Politico

Strategic angle: A superpower goes offline Politico

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

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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: 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: 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: 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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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

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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: 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

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Briefing: Cuba begins releasing prisoners and confirms US talks as island's energy crisis intensifies

Strategic angle: Cuba's government acknowledges US discussions amid a severe energy crisis, signaling potential shifts in policy.

editorial-staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro is in intensive care with pneumonia, hospital says

Strategic angle: One of Bolsonaro's doctors described the former Brazilian president's medical condition as 'serious.'

editorial-staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Opinion: An ancient, sophisticated palate

Strategic angle: Researchers looking at foodcrusts on the pottery shards of ancient humans say there's evidence of a wide variety of ingredients, indicating that they may have been experimenting with 'recipes.'

editorial-staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Qatar repels overnight Iran raid as evacuations announced

Strategic angle: Missile interceptions and precautionary evacuations in Doha highlight rising regional tensions.

editorial-staff Mar 14

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Briefing: Why women have an especially tough time in Senegal's prisons

Strategic angle: Women charged with a crime in Senegal face a slow judicial process, inadequate prison conditions, and societal stigma.

editorial-staff Mar 14