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Thursday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Thursday Briefing: An Israel-Hamas Hostage Exchange
Plus, the female gaze behind the camera.The New York Times - 11h -
Thursday Briefing: Trump and Zelensky Feud Over Peace Talks
Plus, Cambodia’s returned treasures.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Friday Briefing
Germans head to the polls.The New York Times - 6d -
Monday Briefing
Results from Germany’s election.The New York Times - 3d -
Tuesday Briefing
Tension between Europe and the U.S. over Ukraine.The New York Times - 2d -
Wednesday Briefing
A minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine.The New York Times - 1d -
White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing.NBC News - 1d -
Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New Leadership
Plus, volcano tourism in Sicily.The New York Times - 6d
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U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal Draft Features Vague Reference to Security Guarantees
A copy of the agreement obtained by The New York Times says that the United States “supports Ukraine’s effort to obtain security guarantees needed to establish lasting peace.”The New York Times - 10h -
Rejecting Trump’s Call to Annex Their Nation, Canadians Rally Around the Flag
While Canadians are not generally known for flag waving, President Trump’s threats have led to a surge in flag sales and buffed up the national symbol’s image.The New York Times - 16h -
Talks on Syria’s Future Fall Short of Promises, Participants Say
The country’s new leaders had billed a two-day “national dialogue” in Damascus as the start of a process to build an inclusive government. But some who attended came away disappointed.The New York Times - 23h -
South Koreans Are Having More Babies After Years of Decline
South Korea reported a rare increase in births last year as the country grapples with a dwindling population. Its fertility rate remains the world’s lowest.The New York Times - 7h -
UK’s Starmer to Meet Trump With a Boost on Defense and Pleas for Ukraine
Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain cut international aid to raise military spending. He’s hoping to make a case for Ukraine at the White House.The New York Times - 12m
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UK’s Starmer to Meet Trump With a Boost on Defense and Pleas for Ukraine
Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain cut international aid to raise military spending. He’s hoping to make a case for Ukraine at the White House.The New York Times - 12m -
Israel releases over 600 Palestinian prisoners as Hamas returns bodies of four hostages
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What are the options to fund European defence?
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