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Briefing: Zelenskyy visits Doha as Ukraine, Qatar sign defense pact

Strategic angle: Ukraine and Qatar have agreed to cooperate on high-tech projects and share battlefield expertise on countering missile and drone threats.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Protesters rally in London to counter rise of British far right

Strategic angle: Organized by hundreds of groups, the Together Alliance event was billed as the biggest march in UK history to counter the far right.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens

Strategic angle: Retail and dining premises will have to shut by 21:00 each night for the next month to conserve power.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Houthis fire missiles at Israel, Iran's missile toll revealed and Tiger Woods arrest

Strategic angle: A series of significant events unfold, including missile attacks and a high-profile arrest.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Iraq must not be drawn into 'escalation' of Middle East war, Macron says

Strategic angle: The French president emphasizes the need to prevent Iraq from being involved in the ongoing conflict.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Substack, a digital refuge for writers, accelerates its growth in France

Strategic angle: Since 2017, the US platform has enabled users to publish content as monetizable newsletters, winning over many journalists and writers.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Iran-backed Houthis join war with attack against Israel

Strategic angle: There are fears the Iranian proxy may attack shipping in the Red Sea, adding to global economic woes.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Will the war in Iran advance or hinder Europe's energy transition?

Strategic angle: European countries remain divided over how to respond to the surge in oil and gas prices.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Nestle says thieves stole 12 tons of KitKat chocolate bars

Strategic angle: "We've always encouraged people to have a break with KitKat," the company said, "but it seems thieves have taken the message too literally."

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters

Strategic angle: The Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem

Strategic angle: An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Nexstar-Tegna deal on ice after judge issues temporary restraining order

Strategic angle: A temporary restraining order has halted the Nexstar-Tegna deal, raising questions about its future.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Tears and defiance as Lebanese family bury child, 11, killed in Israeli strike

Strategic angle: Jawad Younes and his uncle Ragheb were laid to rest on Saturday after their family compound was hit a day earlier.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Latest news bulletin | March 28th, 2026 – Evening

Strategic angle: Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 28th, 2026.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: France hosts ‘No Kings’ march as anti-Trump protests spread

Strategic angle: Hundreds rally in Paris’ Place de la Bastille for a “No Kings” protest against Donald Trump, denouncing authoritarianism and “endless wars”.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Senegal Celebrate AFCON Win at Stade de France Despite Title Stripping

Strategic angle: Senegal parades the Africa Cup of Nations trophy they were ordered to return ahead of a friendly match against Peru.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Iranian strike on Saudi base wounds several US troops, damages aircraft

Strategic angle: A dozen US troops were injured in an Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base, with serious injuries reported.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Mexico's navy locates two missing sailboats carrying aid to Cuba, crew safe

Strategic angle: The Mexican navy successfully found two sailboats that were missing while transporting aid to Cuba, ensuring the safety of the crew.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: The Spring Break Battle Over Florida’s Tourism Image

Strategic angle: A political struggle emerges as Florida's tourism image faces scrutiny during spring break.

Editorial Staff Mar 28

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Briefing: Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 5

Strategic angle: Russia launched over 270 drones at Ukraine overnight, resulting in multiple casualties.

Editorial Staff Mar 28