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The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Brief #166 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Abran C

In this week’s global news review, we focus on the BRICS summit in Kazan, where leaders like Putin and Xi discussed alternatives to the U.S. dollar. North Korea’s deployment of troops to Russia raises geopolitical tensions, while Israel’s airstrikes on Iran escalate the ongoing conflict. In Cuba, a nationwide power outage follows a hurricane, and elections in Chile and Uruguay signal potential political shifts. As these critical developments unfold, stay informed on the changes shaping our world.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Mexico swore in its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum. Israel’s invasion of Lebanon has led to over 2,000 civilian deaths. The UK agreed to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Record-breaking fires continue to devastate the Amazon.

Situation Update: The War in Ukraine

Situation Update: The War in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the U.S. aims to secure ongoing support and approval for expanded military actions, including strikes deep into Russian territory. As Ukraine intensifies drone attacks and pushes into the Russian Kursk region, the stakes are rising, with Zelensky urging American leaders to maintain their commitment amid shifting political dynamics and ongoing investigations into Russian war crimes.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

From Israeli military raids in the West Bank to the rise of far-right politics in Germany, this week’s global news highlights the escalating tension in conflict zones and democratic shifts across Europe. Meanwhile, China’s deepening ties with Africa and Venezuela’s political crisis remind us how rapidly the global landscape is changing, with lasting impacts on international relations.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

In a week marked by escalating conflicts and public health crises, our global news review covers the Mpox outbreak, Ukraine’s bold military advances, Sudan’s relentless civil war, and the latest in U.S.-Panama migration policy. These unfolding stories highlight the urgent challenges shaping our world today.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Brief #153 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Abran C

In this week’s global news review, we delve into the escalating protests in Venezuela, the violent far-right riots sweeping the UK, and the assassination of a Hamas leader that threatens to ignite further conflict in the Middle East. As governments topple and tensions rise, stay informed on the critical developments shaping our world.

Global Election Watch

Global Election Watch

Brief #149 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Abran C

Recent elections across several countries have brought significant political shifts. In France, no party gained a majority, causing political uncertainty. The UK’s Labour Party won decisively, contrasting with Europe’s right-wing trends. In Iran, reformist Masoud Pezeshkian won amid low voter turnout. India saw Modi’s party lose seats but retain power through coalitions. Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president, maintaining her party’s control of Congress amidst security challenges.

The Week That Was: Global News In Review

The Week That Was: Global News In Review

Brief #148 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Abran C

Global tensions rose as the SCO summit strengthened ties among member nations. Kenya faced domestic unrest over proposed taxes, while Israel’s expansion of West Bank settlements ignited further conflict. Climate change concerns deepened with Hurricane Beryl’s destructive path across the Caribbean and Mexico.

The Week That Was: Global News In Review

The Week That Was: Global News In Review

Brief #144 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Abran C

This week’s global news highlights significant events, including the Biden administration’s new asylum ban at the US-Mexico border and Human Rights Watch’s alarming report on mass killings of Ethiopian migrants by Saudi border guards. Additionally, unrest in New Caledonia over French electoral reforms and Haiti’s ongoing crisis under interim Prime Minister Garry Conille draw international attention.

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