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NATO conducts a large-scale military operation in Romania that is aimed to deter Russian aggression

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As US pulls back, NATO flexes its muscles in Romania
A large-scale military exercise on Europe’s eastern flank aimed to deter Russian aggression.
www.politico.eu
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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A Wall Street Journal opinion article on the life and legacy of Dick Cheney

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Opinion | Richard B. Cheney, 1941-2025
The former Vice President protected America in the wake of 9/11.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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An article by David Frum in The Atlantic on Dick Cheney

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There Was One Dick Cheney All Along
The end of the former vice president’s career reflected its beginnings.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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Dick Cheney, powerful vice president during war on terrorism, dies at 84

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Dick Cheney, powerful vice president during war on terrorism, dies at 84
After the Sept. 11 attacks, perceiving an elemental threat to American society, Mr. Cheney used his role as Bush’s chief strategist to approve the use of torture and steer U.S. occupations of Afghanis...
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November 4, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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NATO airspace: Can Baltic startups counter Russian drones?

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NATO airspace: Can Baltic startups counter Russian drones? – DW – 10/28/2025
NATO lacks cost-effective air defenses to take down cheap Russian drones. Baltic startups might have the answer.
www.dw.com
October 29, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Why Can't Russia Build Planes Anymore?

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Why Can’t Russia Build Planes Anymore?
The Sukhoi Su-57’s impressive design shows that the problem with Russia’s aerospace industry is not its talented engineers, but its antiquated manufacturing process.
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October 25, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Why NATO Is Laughing at Russia's 'Advanced' Kilo II-class Submarine

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Why NATO Is Laughing at Russia’s ‘Advanced’ Kilo II-class Submarine
The Kilo II vessels displace approximately 2,350 tons surfaced and measure roughly 242 feet long with a 32.5-foot beam.
nationalinterest.org
October 25, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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Finland to Trump: Now let Zelenskyy hit Russia with Tomahawks

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Finland to Trump: Now let Zelenskyy hit Russia with Tomahawks
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo tells POLITICO Ukraine must be equipped to match or exceed Russia’s capabilities because Vladimir Putin only responds to strength.
www.politico.eu
October 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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John E. Sununu, son of former New Hampshire governor and Bush 41 chief of staff John Sununu, announced he will run for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire next year

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John E. Sununu jumps into New Hampshire Senate race
He has been in talks with the White House about his campaign.
www.politico.com
October 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Bolivia holds its presidential election today. The runoff is between two center-right capitalists, ending two decades of leftist rule.

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Bolivia ushers in new political era with presidential vote – DW – 10/19/2025
Bolivian voters are electing a new president on Sunday. For the first time in two decades, the economically ailing South American nation will be run by a right-wing capitalist.
www.dw.com
October 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Europe is Answering Putin's Challenge

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Europe Is Answering Putin’s Challenge
Members of the NATO alliance are showing real grit—and, for now, the U.S. is with them.
www.theatlantic.com
October 18, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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Putin demanded Ukraine surrender key territory in call with Trump

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Putin demanded Ukraine surrender key territory in call with Trump
The demand from Putin would significantly disadvantage Ukraine and could be an obstacle to peace, officials said.
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October 18, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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The Twilight of Socialism in Bolivia

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The Twilight of Socialism in Bolivia
Here’s how the United States can help cement Bolivian democracy and capitalism after twenty years of socialism.
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October 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Macron reappoints Sebastian Lecornu as French prime minister

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Live: Macron reappoints outgoing premier Sébastien Lecornu as French prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister after a day of negotiations with senior figures from a range of political parties. Follow our liveblog for the late...
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October 10, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Jonathan Bush, the nephew of former president George H.W Bush and the cousin of former president George W Bush, is running for the Republican nomination for governor of Maine

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A member of the Bush family is running for office — in Maine
The cousin of George W. Bush is seeking to replace term-limited Democratic Gov. Janet Mills.
www.politico.com
October 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Sanae Takaichi, whose role model is Margaret Thatcher, is set to become Japan's first female prime minister

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Inspired by Thatcher, Japan's PM-in-waiting Takaichi smashes glass ceiling
Sanae Takaichi came out top in a male-dominated race to lead Japan's ruling party on Saturday, putting her on course to emulate her hero, former British leader Margaret Thatcher, and become her country's first female prime minister.
www.reuters.com
October 4, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Kindred spirits on the left and right believe in a New Deal fable

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Opinion | Kindred spirits on the left and right believe in a New Deal fable
Donald Trump is leading the most economically interventionist U.S. administration since FDR’s.
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October 3, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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How Russian drones and jet fighters challenge NATO's defenses

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How Russian Drones and Jet Fighters Challenge NATO’s Defenses
As Russian intrusions into allied airspace ramp up, NATO is being forced to confront its defense readiness. We analyze the bloc’s strategic options.
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October 2, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Europe is at war with Russia, whether it likes it or not, according to former U.S. ambassador to NATO @ivodaalder.bsky.social

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Europe is at war with Russia, whether it likes it or not
The fighting in Ukraine is only part of Russia’s wider war against the continent as a whole. It’s high time to recognize this reality and act accordingly.
www.politico.eu
October 1, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Russia's provocations spark 'war' talk in Warsaw

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Russia’s provocations spark ‘war’ talk in Warsaw
“The drones are a blessing in disguise, at least people are realizing what’s a stake,” said a Western European lawmaker.
www.politico.eu
October 1, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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You’ve been given free access to this article from The Economist as a gift. You can open the link five times within seven days. After that it will expire.

Russia is violating Europe’s skies with impunity
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Russia is violating Europe’s skies with impunity
Shooting down a Russian plane could expose splits in the NATO alliance
www.economist.com
September 28, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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The "hybrid war" Europe faces is a gift for Putin. But there are risks too.

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The “hybrid war” Europe faces is a gift for Putin. But there are risks too | CNN
Without firing a shot, Putin has over the past week managed to bring the war in Ukraine to NATO’s European borders.
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September 27, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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Denmark drone incursions: All signs point to Russia?

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Denmark drone incursions: All signs point to Russia?
Three ships with Russian links have emerged as possibly playing a role in the mysterious drone flights that closed a number of Denmark's airports several times this week. The vessels were spotted off…
www.france24.com
September 26, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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EU and Russia on the ballot in Moldova's existential election

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EU and Russia on the ballot in Moldova’s existential election
Maia Sandu’s pro-European party fights to preserve its parliamentary majority as Russia ramps up vote-buying and disinformation campaigns.
www.politico.eu
September 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Poland will shoot down encroaching Russian aircraft, warns prime minister Donald Tusk

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Poland will shoot down encroaching Russian aircraft, warns PM Tusk
The Polish prime minister is responding to the growing number of Russian incursions into NATO airspace.
www.politico.eu
September 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM