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Briefing: Fake images falsely claim Iran captured US marines on Kharg Island

Strategic angle: Misinformation spreads as fake visuals circulate online, misleading the public about military events.

Briefing: In Haiti, at least sixteen dead in a gang attack

Strategic angle: For years, Haiti has been suffering from deadly gang violence, with frequent murders, rapes and kidnappings.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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US embassy in Venezuela formally resumes operations after seven-year closure

The US has reopened its embassy in Venezuela, marking a significant shift in diplomatic relations after years of operating from Colombia.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: 'The Houthis hold serious cards' expert says, amid threats to choke off Red Sea passage

Strategic angle: Dr. Elisabeth Kendall discusses the strategic importance of the Red Sea amid Houthi threats.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Sir Westmacott challenges Trump rationale as war on Iran sparks 'serious' economic fallout worldwide

Strategic angle: Sir Peter Westmacott discusses the implications of the ongoing conflict and its impact on the global economy.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Operation, Israel Claims

The death of Tangsiri highlights escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy

Strategic angle: Ukraine's president indicates that partners are concerned about rising energy prices amid ongoing conflict.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Avi Lewis, elected to lead Canada’s New Democratic party, promises ‘NDP comeback’

Strategic angle: Ex-TV host pledged to centre party around equity, with higher wealth taxes, green energy and tuition-free education.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Nigeria: Curfew in Jos area after attack near university

Strategic angle: Gunmen attacked a bar in the city overnight, reportedly killing dozens. The Plateau State government imposed a 48-hour curfew in the area.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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News outlets falsely report Somaliland called for extradition of Ilhan Omar

Strategic angle: Reports, based on X post from unofficial account, follow JD Vance’s accusations and threats of finding ‘legal remedies’ Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox Several news outlets h

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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French authorities foil bomb attack outside Bank of America branch in Paris

France's counter-terrorism prosecutor's office has taken over the investigation into a foiled bomb attack outside a Bank of America branch in central Paris.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Nigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins fold

Strategic angle: Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: ‘EPO Technology Dashboard’ aims to give Europe a boost in the innovation race

Strategic angle: An updated data‑driven edition of the European Patent Office’s annual patent statistics was presented in Brussels, offering new insights into Europe’s innovation performance and current technology trends.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Air Canada CEO to resign after backlash to video tribute of pilots killed in crash

Strategic angle: Michael Rousseau faced mockery for speaking English and not French while addressing fatal LaGuardia airport crash.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Fuel shortages bring long queues to Myanmar’s capital

Strategic angle: Motorists queue for hours for petrol in Myanmar’s capital, Naypyidaw, after the junta imposed fuel quotas as shortages grow.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas

Strategic angle: Football federation president on the run with wife and son Conviction in absentia of wide-ranging corruption charges Authorities in Congo-Brazzaville have applied to Interpol for an international arrest warrant against J

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: New Paris mayor vows to tackle systemic abuse in after-school programmes

Strategic angle: Emmanuel Grégoire, the newly elected mayor of Paris, pledges to address child abuse issues in after-school programs, a key concern during the recent municipal elections.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Finnish police say stray Ukrainian drone carried warhead

Strategic angle: Finnish authorities are investigating two drones that crashed in southern Finland, prompting an apology from Kyiv.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Zelensky hails 'historic' defence agreements with Gulf states

Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces significant defense partnerships with Middle Eastern nations amid ongoing regional tensions.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: US not 'postured' for another Iraq 2003: Iran maintains vast, 'high-quality military capability'

Strategic angle: An analysis of the military dynamics between the US and Iran reveals significant operational capabilities.

Editorial Staff Mar 30