Briefing: Belarus' Kolesnikova Receives Charlemagne Prize in Germany
Strategic angle: Belarusian opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova collects the Aachen-based prize after her release from prison.
Briefing: Celebrated philosopher Jürgen Habermas dies aged 96
Strategic angle: One of Germany's greatest postwar intellectuals, he continuously argued for a robust and inclusive democracy. His passing marks the end of an era.
Briefing: Iranian lawmaker says Ukraine's drone support makes it a legitimate war target
Strategic angle: Eleven countries have requested Kyiv’s help in countering Shahed-type drones amid the Iran war and Tehran's ongoing attacks against the Gulf states.
Briefing: A Scavengers Reign artist explores contemplative sci-fi in new comics
Strategic angle: Jonathan Djob Nkondo delves into the realm of sci-fi through his latest comic creations.
An Ethiopian national linked to armed militia FANO deported by ICE
First, an Ethiopian national is deported from the US after American Immigration Services says he's linked to the Ethiopian paramilitary movement Fano.
Briefing: Cuba begins releasing prisoners and confirms US talks as island's energy crisis intensifies
Strategic angle: Cuba's government acknowledges US discussions amid a severe energy crisis, signaling potential shifts in policy.
Briefing: Over 1 Million Vehicles Involved In French Registration Fraud
Strategic angle: Investigators say weaknesses in France’s online vehicle registration system allowed shell companies to register cars illegally.
Briefing: England and Borthwick backed up to the brink in Paris
Strategic angle: England head coach Steve Borthwick needs a performance that gives compelling proof of the direction of his team against France, writes Mike Henson.
Briefing: Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
Strategic angle: The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.
Briefing: ‘Drinking from a fetid pond’: superbug-creating genes found in UK’s largest lake
Strategic angle: Genes capable of creating antibiotic-resistant superbugs have been detected in Lough Neagh, which supplies drinking water for 40% of Northern Ireland.
Briefing: Ukraine worries that global attention is shifting from its conflict with Russia to the war in the Middle East
Strategic angle: Kyiv is adapting to shifting US priorities as surging oil prices and Washington's temporary approval for the sale of Russian oil stored on tankers ease economic pressure on Moscow.
DOJ to appeal judge's decision to block Fed subpoenas in Powell criminal probe
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is purportedly being investigated for comments he made about the pricey renovations of the Fed's headquarters.
Briefing: NATO leaders call on Trump to reverse Russian oil sanctions suspension
Strategic angle: Leaders from Canada, Germany, and Norway express concerns over the suspension's impact on Ukraine.
Briefing: UK's Andrew and Mandelson pictured in bathrobes with Epstein
Strategic angle: The image that was unearthed on Friday is believed to be the first known photograph of the two men with Epstein.
Briefing: 'Whoever wins the drone war in Ukraine dominates.'
Strategic angle: Inside the high-tech battle on the Kupiansk front, where every move is watched.
Briefing: How European countries are responding to soaring fuel prices
Strategic angle: European governments are implementing various strategies to mitigate the impact of rising fuel costs on motorists amid geopolitical tensions.
Briefing: Macron says no 'respite' for Russia despite war in the Middle East
Strategic angle: Emmanuel Macron vows to maintain pressure on Russia amid rising oil prices and US-Israeli strikes against Iran.
Briefing: How Italy became the darlings (and contenders, too) of the World Baseball Classic
Strategic angle: With espresso shots, kisses on the cheek and Andrea Bocelli singalongs, Team Italy has charmed the baseball world. But their mission is more ambitious: Turn Italy into a bona fide baseball factory.
Briefing: Blackhawks, Sens will play 2 games in Germany
Strategic angle: The Blackhawks and Senators will play two games in Germany next season as part of the NHL's Global Series.
Briefing: Divisive, ruthless, brilliant - how Galthie helped France find their mojo
Strategic angle: Fabien Galthie has driven sky-high standards throughout his coaching career - but he has not always made friends on the way.