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Briefing: Shahed drones are a symbol of cooperation between Tehran and Moscow

Strategic angle: Exported from Iran to Russia, these drones have been enhanced with advanced technologies.

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Briefing: War in Iran: 'Spain's resolve stands in stark contrast to France's stance, which seems more accepting of US-Israeli strikes'

Strategic angle: Historian Laurence Badel analyzes the reasons behind the Spanish government's 'no to war' position and the impact of this decision on the European diplomatic landscape.

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Briefing: 'I tell my children it’s just thunder': How ordinary Iranians are dealing with war

Strategic angle: As US and Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Iran, many residents there live in fear, choosing to limit outings as much as possible.

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Briefing: Pakistan denies it targeted Kabul hospital, says it hit 'terrorist' targets

Strategic angle: Pakistan claims precision strikes were aimed at military installations, rejecting allegations of civilian casualties.

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Briefing: Macron says France could join Hormuz ship escorts once situation 'calmer'

Strategic angle: The French president rejected US President Trump's calls for immediate action to reopen the key oil route, but said an international escort mission could be considered once fighting subsides.

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Briefing: Oppo’s nearly creaseless foldable isn’t launching in Europe after all

Strategic angle: The Find N6 features a 'zero-feel crease' but will not have a global launch as expected.

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Briefing: 'Like buying a ticket to the Titanic': EU leaders reject Trump's Hormuz demands

Strategic angle: EU leaders have almost universally rejected US president Donald Trump’s demand to send warships to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: 'This is not our war': Europe refuses to be dragged into Trump's war with Iran

Strategic angle: The American president has demanded that his allies help unblock the Strait of Hormuz for Gulf oil tankers. France aims to lead an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation, but only once hostilities have ended.

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Briefing: BNP bets European private credit boom can defy US downturn

Strategic angle: Asset management chief points to continent’s financing needs and more stringent regulation to protect from mis-selling

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Briefing: From Vienna’s rooftops, the Kremlin is listening in

Strategic angle: Russia has increased satellite dish activity on buildings it owns in Austrian capital

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Briefing: Serbia emerges as main hub for Russian destabilization operations in Europe

Strategic angle: Three Serbian nationals were sentenced for anti-Muslim acts linked to the Kremlin.

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Briefing: Volkswagen Details Its Cheapest Electric Crossover With A €28K ($32K) Starting Price

Strategic angle: The new ID. Cross joins Volkswagen’s lineup in Europe with two batteries and three motor options.

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Briefing: Bettman: 'Time will tell' if Russia in '28 World Cup

Strategic angle: NHL commissioner Gary Bettman comments on the potential inclusion of Russia in the upcoming World Cup of Hockey.

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Briefing: Trump says China, Japan and Korea should be ‘thanking’ US for strikes

Strategic angle: President says ‘numerous’ nations vow to help protect vessels, while UK and Germany refuse to be drawn into wider war

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Briefing: 'I'm afraid of waking up to find my city has been bombed': Lebanese and Iranian students in France live with the anxiety of war from afar

Strategic angle: While they share similar worries for their families, Iranian and Lebanese students interviewed in Paris have starkly different perspectives on the war in the Middle East.

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Russia agrees to stop using Kenyan recruits in Ukraine conflict, Kenya says

Kenya announces that Russia will cease the recruitment of Kenyans for the Ukraine war, amid concerns over false pretenses.

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Briefing: Italy's Nola to start WBC semifinal vs. Venezuela

Strategic angle: Aaron Nola will take the mound for Italy in a crucial World Baseball Classic matchup against Venezuela.

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Briefing: This Camouflaged Volkswagen EV Is Way More Important Than It Looks

Strategic angle: Behind the camo is VW’s new €28,000 subcompact electric crossover aimed at mainstream European buyers.

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Briefing: 'Near universal refusal' - European leaders reject Trump's demand for Strait of Hormuz mission

Strategic angle: NATO allies and other Western nations pushed back on US President Trump's demand for military support to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: Biggest Nato allies reject Trump’s Hormuz armada demand

Strategic angle: UK, France and Germany refuse to be drawn into wider war with Iran, risking a showdown with US President