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Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security in unexpected military alliance

Strategic angle: Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrived in Damascus for his first official visit to Syria, marking a significant shift in military alliances.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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New German conscription law: eligible men may now need approval for trips abroad

Men aged 17 to 45 may now need approval from the Bundeswehr for trips abroad lasting more than three months. What is behind the new military service law?

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Italy ramps up coastal protection as erosion worsens

Strategic angle: The country risks losing about 20 per cent of its beaches by 2050 and 45 per cent by 2100, according to a recent report.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Nigeria's army rescues 31 hostages after church attack

The army reported the attack occurred during Easter celebrations at a church in northwestern Kaduna state.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Could China's adoption of electric vehicles shield it from the energy crisis?

Strategic angle: As crude prices hover around the $110 per barrel mark, consumers worldwide feel the impact of geopolitical tensions. China's shift to electric vehicles may offer a solution.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: She paid into Medicare for years. Trump's immigration policy will end her coverage

Strategic angle: Rosa María Carranza faces losing Medicare coverage due to new immigration policy affecting lawfully present seniors.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Revellers parade giant phalluses at Japan’s fertility festival

Strategic angle: Crowds pack Kawasaki for Kanamara Matsuri, Japan’s colourful fertility festival using phallic shrines to celebrate life and challenge sex taboos.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Poll: Here’s what MAHA actually believes

Strategic angle: A recent poll reveals the beliefs and opinions of MAHA residents.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

Strategic angle: A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Strategic angle: Higher education is especially reliant on computers and phones, but accessibility for people with disabilities has often been forgotten. A new federal rule could change that.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Hungarian elections, academia’s greatest chancer, and Easter-inspired satire

Strategic angle: Ahead of the Hungarian elections, the satirical "Two-Tailed Dog Party" promises free beer while demanding anti-corruption measures.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Morning news brief

Strategic angle: President Trump issues ultimatum to Iran while Artemis II crew prepares for lunar mission.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Inside Jim Jordan’s quiet preparations for a GOP leadership void

Strategic angle: Jim Jordan is positioning himself for a potential leadership role amid GOP uncertainties.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Is Dubai the safe harbour investors are looking for?

Strategic angle: Business leaders say the emirate's policy clarity and execution record make it a strong bet in volatile markets.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: 'Hit by both sides': US war on Iran threatens Iraq's 'careful strategy of multi-alignment'

Strategic angle: Catherine Viette discusses the implications of US-Iran tensions on Iraq's diplomatic strategy with Dr. Renad Mansour from Chatham House.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says - Reuters

Strategic angle: Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says Reuters

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Russians living in exile cope with grief far from home

Strategic angle: Since the start of the war against Ukraine, many Russians living in exile have been unable to return home for security reasons.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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India’s 59-Year Maoist Insurgency Collapses

Strategic angle: The government appears to have met its March 31, 2026, deadline for ending the Maoist insurgency. But it is too early to celebrate.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: €500 billion-worth European data economy troubles continue

Strategic angle: As AI grabs the spotlight, Europe’s data economy still powers billions in value, yet fragmented GDPR enforcement continues to hold innovators back.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Inside the weird world of octopus sex as scientists find sensory arm that can deposit sperm

Strategic angle: Male octopuses can fertilise a mate, even if they cannot see their sexual partner.

Editorial Staff Apr 6