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If the Gaza ceasefire holds, it will be a vindication of Trump’s ignorant-man diplomacy
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No one asked for Trump’s troops but maybe they’ll do some good
While president Trump’s despotic crime crackdown draws scrutiny, deploying troops on US soil is hardly unprecedented. For local officials, perhaps the presence of guardsmen might also provide a chance to tap federal resources.
EOS and DroneShield step up as European drone threats drive global demand for air defence tech
With drone warfare proliferating across the globe, one company in Australia has excelled at creating anti-drone systems – saving lives every day while learning from soldiers on Ukraine’s front line.
From pageants to politics: Erika Kirk’s rise as the new face of the Maga movement
Nothing makes a politician more potent – and palatable – than a strong dose of improbability. And no political figure in the US was as improbable as Erika Kirk. Barely a month ago, the…
Oman is carving its own path with the Vision 2040 plan
Driven by its development program, the Gulf country is aiming to reinvent itself without losing sight of its distinct identity. We visit Muscat, as the quietly evolving capital looks outward at the world.
Threads of power: How global leaders’ style shapes their influence
What world leaders wear – and how they project power, prestige or playfulness – matters. Who said that style doesn’t make the world go round, command armies or inspire faith?
How Montpellier’s mayor is leading Europe’s mobility transformation
Montpellier’s visionary leader is reshaping his city with bold mobility and pedestrianisation schemes. But do his ambitions extend beyond the city’s limits?
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Why Donald Trump’s opponents should strive to better understand his governing style
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