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Briefing: EU summit: Hungary holds Ukraine aid ransom over Druzhba oil

Strategic angle: Hungary threatens to block aid to Ukraine unless the Druzhba oil pipeline is repaired, complicating EU leaders' discussions amid ongoing conflicts.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Air pollution linked to greater health risks in poorer European regions, study finds

Strategic angle: In Europe, the poorest regions suffer the most from the health effects of air pollution, according to a new study.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: "Brains on wheels": will.i.am unveils AI-powered autocycle designed for city commuters

Strategic angle: The vehicle, designed for city commuters, can chat with drivers, assist with tasks, and turn travel time into productivity.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Greek animal airlift evacuates pets and owners from Middle East war

A flight carrying dozens of cats, dogs and their owners landed in Athens as part of a successful government effort to evacuate pets from the war in the Middle East.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: REPLAY: Pentagon press conference on war in Middle East

Strategic angle: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discusses the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with no set end date.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: The SAVE Act faces long odds in the Senate. GOP-led states are picking up the cause

Strategic angle: Several Republican-led states are passing their own versions of the SAVE America Act, Trump-backed legislation that would introduce new proof-of-citizenship requirements to register to vote.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Macron reveals 'Free France' as name of new aircraft carrier

The nuclear-powered vessel will be the largest warship in Europe, set to replace the Charles de Gaulle by 2038.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Inside the Centre for Islamic Civilization: A new hub for heritage and research

Strategic angle: The complex brings together manuscripts, research facilities and interactive exhibitions, offering public access to Islamic heritage through education, technology and international collaboration.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing at least four civilians in Kabul strike

The Taliban government claims airstrikes by Pakistan's military targeted a drug rehabilitation hospital, resulting in civilian casualties.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

Strategic angle: The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed 'no imminent threat' to the US.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: UK meningitis outbreak cases rise to at least 27

Strategic angle: Two people have died since the epidemic came to light at the weekend, centered on the University of Kent in southeastern Canterbury and a local nightclub popular with students.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: EU leaders balk at joining Middle East fight, grapple with high energy prices

Strategic angle: EU leaders are hesitant to engage in the Middle East conflict while facing rising energy costs.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: UK–Nigeria relations in focus as London hosts Tinubu

Strategic angle: Britain has rolled out the red carpet for Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, marking the first state visit by a Nigerian leader in 37 years.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Paris appeals court rejects French government bid to suspend Shein

Strategic angle: A Paris appeals court has dismissed the French government's attempt to suspend the controversial e-commerce platform Shein.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda'

Strategic angle: Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump Administration.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Fact check: Is 'Polexit' really on the cards for Poland?

Strategic angle: Social media is abuzz with claims that Poles want to leave the EU and that Warsaw is on the cusp of launching the trigger to do so.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Will the Jalisco cartel's new US-born leader complicate Trump's war on drugs?

Strategic angle: An analysis of the implications of the Jalisco cartel's leadership change on US drug policy.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Ecuador gang leader wanted for murder of presidential candidate arrested

Strategic angle: Officials believe the man - known as Lobo Menor - is linked to the killing of Fernando Villavicencio in 2023.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: MEPs clear path for full adoption of EU–US trade deal

Strategic angle: EU lawmakers moved closer to implementing the EU–US trade deal after a key committee vote, but tensions with Washington persist.

Editorial Staff Mar 19

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Briefing: Six little known facts about Cáceres, Spain's candidate for European Capital of Culture 2031

Strategic angle: The Extremaduran city is competing to become European Capital of Culture 2031. Here are six curiosities that highlight its history and attractions.

Editorial Staff Mar 19