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A year on, the Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire looks increasingly fragile − could a return to cyclical violence come next?
A year on, the Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire looks increasingly fragile − could a return to cyclical violence come next? The Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire agreement is looking increasingly fragile, with over 10,000 Israeli air and ground violations inside Lebanese territory since its announcement on November 27, 2024. The ceasefire has not achieved any of its objectives, including the […]
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White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide
White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide White nationalism has become a significant driver of support for political violence in the United States, posing a substantial danger to the country’s political stability. The study found that nearly half of respondents believed violence would be justified if the government violated citizens’ rights or committed unlawful […]
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Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events
Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events Gulf states like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are facing challenges to their stability and growth due to events beyond their control, including Israel’s attack on Doha. The Gulf states have invested heavily […]
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Instability in childhood can lead to health problems later
Instability in childhood can lead to health problems later Instability in childhood can lead to mental and physical health issues later in life, according to new research. Unpredictable environments, such as frequent partner changes or chaotic households, are linked to poor behavior and mental instability in children as they grow up. Homes with consistent coparenting […]
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For Syrian Druze, latest violence is one more chapter in a centuries-long struggle over autonomy
For Syrian Druze, latest violence is one more chapter in a centuries-long struggle over autonomy The latest violence in southern Syria’s Sweida region is part of a centuries-long struggle for autonomy among the Druze minority, who have faced challenges integrating into the Syrian state since the Ottoman period. The conflict began in mid-July after Bedouins […]
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Ukraine will need major rebuilding when war ends − here’s why the US isn’t likely to invest in its recovery with a new Marshall Plan
Ukraine will need major rebuilding when war ends − here’s why the US isn’t likely to invest in its recovery with a new Marshall Plan Europe after World War II? No, it's the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut in 2023, after a year of Russian bombardment. AP Photo, File President Donald Trump wants Ukraine to repay […]
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What is the rules-based order? How this global system has shifted from ‘liberal’ origins − and where it could be heading next
What is the rules-based order? How this global system has shifted from ‘liberal’ origins − and where it could be heading next Global order? Put a pin in it. Getty Images The phrase “international rules-based order” has long been a fixture in global politics. Western leaders often use it to describe a framework of rules, […]
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