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October 4, 2025

Argentina at the Brink: Why Washington’s Choice Matters

Argentina stands on a financial precipice once again. Just as the first signs of recovery from hyperinflation seemed to appear, a sharp depreciation of the peso and capital flight in late 2025

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October 1, 2025

Government Shuts Down Amid Standoff Over Health Care and Funding Dispute

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September 30, 2025

Can the Digital Euro Save Europe’s Monetary Sovereignty?

As bronzed Eurocrats return from their August holidays and the corridors of Brussels fill once again with lobbyists, a surprising player has joined the fray this fall: the European Central Bank (ECB).

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A growing number of countries — now more than 160 — have formally recognized a Palestinian state. In just the past week, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, and Australia joined the list.

September 27, 2025

Explainer·Middle East

Thailand’s Prime Minister Ousted After Ethics Ruling: Here’s What Happened

Background Thailand’s Constitutional Court has removed suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, marking yet another dramatic shift in the nation’s turbulent political landscape. Paetongtarn, the youngest prime minister in Thai history

August 29, 2025

Asia·Explainer

The Urgent Nuclear Decisions Facing Trump and Putin

When U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet this Friday, headlines will inevitably focus on Ukraine. But in the shadow of that conflict lies another urgent matter, one that

August 14, 2025

Americas·Europe·Explainer

Why Norway’s Fund Divested from 11 Israeli Companies; and What’s Next

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, the world’s largest with assets of about $2 trillion, announced it had divested from 11 Israeli companies and terminated contracts with all external asset managers overseeing Israeli investments.

August 12, 2025

Explainer·Middle East

From Hostility to Harmony: The Armenia-Azerbaijan Agreement Explained

Historic Peace Agreement Signed in August 2025 at the White House, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, ending nearly four decades of conflict, mostly centered on the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. Both countries

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Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute and Escalation: Key Points

Background & Recent Trigger Tit-for-Tat Measures Historical Context Political Dynamics What’s Next?

July 24, 2025

Asia·Explainer

The New U.S.-Japan Trade Deal: What You Need to Know

The United States and Japan have struck a major trade agreement, President Trump announced Tuesday, marking one of the most significant shifts in U.S.-Asia trade policy in years. The deal imposes 15%

July 23, 2025

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The UK-India Free Trade Agreement: Who Gains What?

The much-anticipated UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to be formally signed on Thursday during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK. After nearly three years of negotiations, the

July 22, 2025

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Can Syria Survive the Sweida Crisis – or Will Israel Push It Over the Edge?

On Wednesday, Israeli airstrikes shook Damascus, striking the headquarters of Syria’s Defense Ministry in one of the boldest attacks in years. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz justified the strikes, declaring, “The warnings

July 17, 2025

Explainer·Middle East

From Tax Cuts to Border Walls: The Big Beautiful Bill Explained

The “Big Beautiful Bill” (officially the One Big Beautiful Bill Act) is a sweeping tax and spending law signed into effect on July 4, 2025. Here’s a clear breakdown of its major

July 5, 2025

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Argentina at the Brink: Why Washington’s Choice Matters

Government Shuts Down Amid Standoff Over Health Care and Funding Dispute

Can the Digital Euro Save Europe’s Monetary Sovereignty?

Global Recognition of Palestine Rises, But Peace Stays Elusive

Thailand’s Prime Minister Ousted After Ethics Ruling: Here’s What Happened

The Urgent Nuclear Decisions Facing Trump and Putin

Why Norway’s Fund Divested from 11 Israeli Companies; and What’s Next

From Hostility to Harmony: The Armenia-Azerbaijan Agreement Explained

Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute and Escalation: Key Points

The New U.S.-Japan Trade Deal: What You Need to Know

The UK-India Free Trade Agreement: Who Gains What?

Can Syria Survive the Sweida Crisis – or Will Israel Push It Over the Edge?

From Tax Cuts to Border Walls: The Big Beautiful Bill Explained

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