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Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump - but at a high cost

Strategic angle: The path to the two-week ceasefire with Iran may have fundamentally altered the way the rest of the world views the US.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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US journalist Shelly Kittleson released after kidnap in Iraq, officials say

Strategic angle: US officials say they are now 'working to support her safe departure from Iraq'.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Liberal judge cruises to victory in Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Strategic angle: A significant win for the liberal faction in Wisconsin's judiciary.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Acting US Attorney General defends investigations of Trump foes

Strategic angle: Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal lawyer, dismissed allegations that the Justice Department was being 'weaponized' against the US president's enemies.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Russia and China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Hormuz strait as US deadline for deal looms

One-fifth of the world's oil typically passes through the strait and Iran's chokehold during the war has sent energy prices soaring around the world.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Trump faces calls for removal over threats to wipe out 'whole civilization' in Iran

President Donald Trump's threats to ramp up the U.S.'s offensive in Iran prompted calls for his impeachment or removal.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Republican Clay Fuller wins special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Strategic angle: Clay Fuller, backed by Trump, secures victory in special election, taking over Greene's term until January 2027.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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The race to succeed Christine Lagarde as president of the ECB begins

Strategic angle: The president of the European Central Bank has indicated that she is considering leaving her post before her mandate ends in October 2027.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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Iran Positively Reviewing Pakistan’s Request for a Two-Week Ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump is aware of Pakistan's proposal for a ceasefire extension, with a response expected soon.

editorial-staff Apr 8

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French TGV train collides with a truck, killing one and injuring 27

The TGV driver was killed and 27 people were injured in the accident, which occurred at a road crossing on Tuesday morning.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Trump issues expletive-laden threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage

The US president says he will destroy Iranian power plants and bridges if the vital waterway is not reopened.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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US seeks to deport Kilmar Ábrego García to Liberia despite new Costa Rica deal

Strategic angle: Man born in El Salvador has been fighting removal to series of ‘third’ countries after mistaken deportation last year.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Trump allies play down Iran ‘genocide’ threats as critics warn of war crimes

Strategic angle: US president’s latest escalation came ahead of deadline for Tehran to strike deal with Washington

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record as humans travel farther from Earth than ever before

A historic milestone in human space exploration as Artemis II surpasses the distance achieved by Apollo 13.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Construction workers block roads in France over soaring fuel prices

Strategic angle: Protests erupt as rising fuel costs pressure construction businesses.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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The Artemis II crew saw parts of the moon never seen before. Here's what they said

Strategic angle: The astronauts on Artemis II observed parts of the moon humans had never seen before, providing a scientific baseline for future missions.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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NASA–ESA partnership: Artemis II paves the way for exploration of the Moon’s far side and south pole

Strategic angle: A pivotal moment in contemporary space exploration as NASA and ESA collaborate on Artemis II.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Swalwell campaign denies ‘false, outrageous’ claims of inappropriate behavior

Strategic angle: Politico reports on Swalwell's response to allegations.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Trump repeats falsehoods that he predicted 9/11 and demanded Bin Laden's death

Strategic angle: During a press conference, Trump made several inaccurate claims regarding his past and the war in Iran.

editorial-staff Apr 7

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Qatar warns Iran war can now 'spiral out of control'

Strategic angle: As tensions rise, Qatar's foreign ministry cautions about the escalating conflict in Iran.

editorial-staff Apr 7