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Is Dubai the safe harbour investors are looking for?

Strategic angle: Business leaders say the emirate's policy clarity and execution record make it a strong bet in volatile markets.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: 'Hit by both sides': US war on Iran threatens Iraq's 'careful strategy of multi-alignment'

Strategic angle: Catherine Viette discusses the implications of US-Iran tensions on Iraq's diplomatic strategy with Dr. Renad Mansour from Chatham House.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says - Reuters

Strategic angle: Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says Reuters

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: Russians living in exile cope with grief far from home

Strategic angle: Since the start of the war against Ukraine, many Russians living in exile have been unable to return home for security reasons.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

India’s 59-Year Maoist Insurgency Collapses

Strategic angle: The government appears to have met its March 31, 2026, deadline for ending the Maoist insurgency. But it is too early to celebrate.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: €500 billion-worth European data economy troubles continue

Strategic angle: As AI grabs the spotlight, Europe’s data economy still powers billions in value, yet fragmented GDPR enforcement continues to hold innovators back.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Inside the weird world of octopus sex as scientists find sensory arm that can deposit sperm

Strategic angle: Male octopuses can fertilise a mate, even if they cannot see their sexual partner.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Could fusion energy save Europe from the energy crisis?

Strategic angle: Proxima Fusion and other startups are exploring stellarators as a potential solution.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administration Actions

Strategic angle: A public resource tracking all the legal challenges to the Trump administration's executive orders and actions. The post Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administration Actions appeared first on Just Securit

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: Inside Armenia’s underground wellbeing retreat where asthma patients seek relief

Strategic angle: Once state-funded, the centre now faces possible closure after the government withdrew support, saying the treatment lacks scientific evidence.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Collection: Iran, Israel and the United States at War (2025-2026 Operations)

Strategic angle: Experts analyze the US-Israel Iran military conflicts - covering nuclear diplomacy; strategic, security, and regional implications; and domestic and international law. The post Collection: Iran, Israel and the United Sta

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: ‘Arrogant, resilient, optimistic’: The secret traits for a successful entrepreneur?

Strategic angle: Lieferando’s founder Christoph Gerber shares insights on the essential traits for entrepreneurial success.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: South Korea's president regrets 'reckless' drones sent into the North

Strategic angle: President Lee Jae Myung expresses regret over the government's involvement in drone incidents with North Korea.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: A music festival booked Kanye West, now known as Ye, and lost major sponsors

Strategic angle: The rapper Ye's controversial history leads to significant sponsorship losses for the Wireless Festival.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

How one factory in China learned to live with Trump, tariffs and turmoil - Reuters

Strategic angle: How one factory in China learned to live with Trump, tariffs and turmoil Reuters

Editorial Staff Apr 6

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Briefing: Trump administration agencies post Easter messages celebrating Christ’s resurrection

Strategic angle: Agencies share messages of hope and renewal in honor of Easter.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: Sociologist Dominique Méda on the 'lessons of Lionel Jospin and Jürgen Habermas'

Strategic angle: As the race for the 2027 French presidential election gets underway, the former prime minister and the German philosopher should serve as sources of inspiration.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: Sex is an art form hidden in the shadows

Strategic angle: Moral panic over the pleasures of the flesh prevents us from recognizing the artistic dimension of sexuality, argues Le Monde columnist Maïa Mazaurette.

Editorial Staff Apr 6

Politics

Briefing: Ukraine's Zelensky meets Syria’s new leader in Damascus, pushes military deals

Strategic angle: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks in Damascus with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, aiming to strengthen security ties amid the ongoing war with Russia.

Editorial Staff Apr 5

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Briefing: Key facts to understand cadmium, an emerging public health issue

Strategic angle: Cadmium, a heavy metal toxic to human health, is found in many everyday foods. Children and women are most affected by this carcinogenic contaminant, which is the subject of growing concern.

Editorial Staff Apr 5