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JD Vance due in Hungary to back Orban's re-election bid

The US vice-president's visit is the latest show of White House support for the Hungarian leader.

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Taiwan opposition leader makes first China visit since 2016

Cheng Li-wun said she "gladly accepted" Xi Jinping's invitation and hopes to be a "bridge for peace".

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Vance rallies behind Orbán in Hungary election campaign’s final week

Strategic angle: Tune in to Europe Today for the latest updates on the Hungary election.

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Vietnam elects Communist Party leader as president

Strategic angle: The election of To Lam as the state president marks a shift in Vietnam's power structure.

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Airstrikes on Iran kill more than 25 as new ceasefire proposal is shared

Escalating violence in the region prompts renewed diplomatic efforts.

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Ahead of legislative elections, Israel's law and democracy are on the brink of collapse

Strategic angle: The introduction of the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of 'a terrorist act,' but not for Israeli Jews guilty of abuses and the murder of civilians in the occupied West Bank, is emblematic of the ongoing transfo

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Bentley Just Told Us What The Barnato SUV Will Cost, Sort Of

Strategic angle: A debut is scheduled for later this year and a teaser campaign is likely coming relatively soon

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Trump on Iran: ‘Entire country could be taken out’ - Politico

Trump on Iran: ‘Entire country could be taken out’ Politico

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'Vladimir Putin absolutely nervous' about Hungary's election, expert says

Strategic angle: Dr. Marc Roscoe Loustau discusses the implications of Hungary's election for Vladimir Putin.

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In Hungary, unease grows over Viktor Orban's crony capitalism

Strategic angle: Companies that have thrived on public contracts since the Fidesz party came to power in 2010 have seen their share prices tumble ahead of the April 12 legislative elections, as polls indicate that opposition candidate Pé

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An actual alternative to originalism

Strategic angle: Justice, Democracy, and Law is a recurring series by Edward B. Foley that focuses on election law and the relationship of law and democracy. “Original public meaning” has become the […] The post An actual alternative to

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India news: PM Modi to address election rallies in Assam

An election race is in full swing in Assam as it goes to polls this week.

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Pro-Orbán actors accuse Meta of interference in Hungarian elections, despite lack of evidence

Strategic angle: Meta faces accusations from Fidesz party supporters claiming bias in post visibility during Hungary's election campaign.

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Briefing: Hungarian elections, academia’s greatest chancer, and Easter-inspired satire

Strategic angle: Ahead of the Hungarian elections, the satirical "Two-Tailed Dog Party" promises free beer while demanding anti-corruption measures.

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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.

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Briefing: 'Can Le Pen and Bardella accept betraying a portion of their own voters to get elected?'

Strategic angle: The leaders of the far-right Rassemblement National have been contradicting each other openly and frequently.

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Thousands rally against racism in Paris suburb to defend newly elected Black mayor

Demonstrators march in support of Bally Bagayoko, facing racist attacks since his election.

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Briefing: NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats

Strategic angle: On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is being questioned by its most powerful member, the United States.

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Briefing: World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule

Strategic angle: Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election.

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Briefing: Benin's Main Opposition Faces Crisis Before Presidential Elections

Strategic angle: Presidential elections to be held on April 12th in Benin.