América del Norte
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U.S. Counterterrorism Chief Resigns
Sudden Resignation First, a senior U.S. counterterrorism official resigned amid the ongoing war in Iran, signaling internal disagreement within the administration. Break With Government Policy Then, Joe Kent stepped down…
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Late-breaking shocks and shifting goalpost: Takaichi’s highwire Washington visit
Strategic Context Initially, the Washington visit occurs amid rising geopolitical turbulence, especially the U.S. – led war involving Iran, which reshapes diplomatic priorities and compresses Japan’s strategic options. Shifting Priorities…
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Analyzing the passage of state-level A bills
Emergence of State-Level AI Legislation Initially, artificial intelligence debates expanded across all government levels, yet states became central actors in shaping regulatory responses to emerging technological risks. Scope and Dataset…
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The Iran War Overshadows Takaichi’s Washington Agenda
U.S. – Japan Meeting Under Pressure Initially, the Washington visit aimed to strengthen the alliance; however, the Iran War transformed it into a high-stakes geopolitical test. Electoral Strength and Domestic…
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The Decapitation of Tehran and the Transatlantic Rift
High-Value Targeting and the Collapse of Command On March 17, 2026, the Israeli Defense Ministry confirmed the “elimination” of two of the most powerful remaining figures in the Iranian hierarchy:…
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The Resignation of Joe Kent over the Iran War
A Moral and Strategic Break in National Security On March 17, 2026, Joe Kent, the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), submitted his immediate resignation in protest of the…
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Trump’s Nuclear Preemption: Rationalizing “Operation Epic Fury”
The “Preventative War” Doctrine On March 16, 2026, President Donald Trump offered a new, more alarmist rationale for the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, claiming the operation was a preemptive move…
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Iran Blames US-Israel for Global Energy Crisis
The Narratives of Responsibility On March 17, 2026, the Iranian Foreign Ministry issued a formal statement blaming the “reckless military aggression” of the United States and Israel for the total…
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El gobierno de Trump le habría dicho a Cuba que debe cambiar de presidente
La semana pasada, el presidente cubano Miguel Díaz-Canel anunciaba el inicio de negociaciones con el gobierno de Estados Unidos, con el objetivo de abordar las diferencias entre ambas naciones y buscar una…
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El siguiente objetivo de Trump: ‘tomar Cuba’
Después de la incursión militar de Estados Unidos en Venezuela, que terminó con la detención del presidente Nicolás Maduro, y los ataques contra Irán, el siguiente paso en la estrategia…
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Un alto funcionario de antiterrorismo en EE. UU. renuncia por la guerra contra Irán
En medio de la creciente tensión por la guerra en Irán, una nueva fractura se abre dentro del propio gobierno del presidente Donald Trump. Joe Kent, director del Centro Nacional de Contraterrorismo…
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Does Chinese investment in US clean energy sectors help or hurt America?
Global Context First, Chinese investment in clean energy must be understood within the broader competition between the United States and China to dominate future energy technologies. China has invested heavily…
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Cuba confirma el inicio de un diálogo con EE.UU. en medio de la crisis que afecta a la isla
Una crisis que dio inicio con la incursión de Estados Unidos en Venezuela, que terminó con la captura del entonces presidente Nicolás Maduro, provocó un nuevo escenario geopolítico en el…
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Cuba-US Dialogue Amidst Escalating Trump Administration Threats
Diplomatic Engagement Under Strategic Duress In March 2026, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed that high-level talks were held between Havana and Washington, despite the increasingly hostile rhetoric from the Trump…
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Indo – Pacific perspectives on the prospect of a US – China G2
Regional debate over a possible G2 Perspectives across the Indo-Pacific evaluate whether a closer relationship between the United States and China could resemble a “G2,” meaning a system dominated by…
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The US Postal Service’s fiscal crisis
Origins of the Fiscal Crisis Initially, the modern United States Postal Service was designed to connect the nation through personal, educational, and business correspondence. However, technological change has weakened that…
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Restoring the voices that transformed American history and democracy
Historical Truth and Democracy Understanding First, understanding American identity requires acknowledging both freedom and oppression. Learning about slavery, disenfranchisement, and Indigenous displacement reveals the foundations shaping democratic institutions and national…
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Fair drug prices requires legislation, not executive orders
Rising Drug Prices in the United States First, prescription drug costs in the United States exceed those in most developed countries, creating pressure on policymakers to pursue aggressive reforms targeting…
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The arrival of geothermal in American energy policy
Emergence of Geothermal in U.S. Energy Policy Initially, geothermal energy remained marginal within U.S. energy debates; however, during the 2020s it increasingly gained attention in federal and state policy discussions. …
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The Second Trump Administration Turns a Blind Eye to Afghanistan
Historical Context of U.S. Involvement First, Afghanistan dominated U.S. foreign policy debates during the earlier presidency of Donald Trump. The administration negotiated a 2020 agreement with the Taliban to withdraw…
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A Guide to Trump’s Second-Term Military Strikes and Actions
Expanding Use of Military Force Since returning to power in 2025, the U.S. president Donald Trump has increasingly relied on military strikes and operations across several regions. Continuity With Past…
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Mexico’s Long War: Drugs, Crime and the Cartels
Origins of the Conflict First, Mexico’s modern struggle with organized crime intensified in 2006 when the government launched a military campaign against powerful drug cartels. Since then, violence has persisted…
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Trump Should Aim to Neutralize the Iran Regime, Not Destroy It
Strategic Dilemma in the Iran War Initially, the United States joined Israel in a broad military campaign against Iran, raising questions about the war’s objectives and long-term political outcomes. …
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Europe’s Disjointed Response to the U.S. – Israeli War With Iran
Strategic Surprise in Europe Initially, the rapid U.S. – Israeli strike against Iran caught most European governments off guard, leaving them uninformed and scrambling to react diplomatically and politically. Consequently,…
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Iran and Terrorism: What the U.S. Strikes Could Mean for Homeland Security
Rising Security Concerns First, U.S. and Israel strikes against Iran increased concerns about retaliation inside the United States. Authorities warned about possible lone-wolf attacks, cyberattacks and other retaliatory actions. Consequently,…
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Meta buys ‘social media network for AI’ Moltbook
Meta acquires Moltbook, a platform described as a “social media network for AI” where autonomous bots interact, converse and even gossip about their human owners in forum-style discussions, deepening the…
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El bitcoin cae por debajo de los US$64.000 tras el ataque de EE.UU. e Israel a Irán
Tras los ataques militares coordinados de Estados Unidos e Israel contra objetivos en Irán, los mercados de criptomonedas registran una fuerte caída asociada a un incremento abrupto de la aversión…
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Pentagon official lashes out at Anthropic as talks break down: “You have to trust your military to do the right thing”.
The tense dispute between the Pentagon and AI firm Anthropic centers on whether the U.S. military may use Anthropic’s Claude model for “all lawful purposes” or must accept explicit limits…
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Anthropic sues Pentagon, Trump administration over “supply chain risk” designation
Anthropic challenges the U.S. government’s actions in federal court after being labeled a “supply chain risk” and pushed out of government use, portraying the move as “unprecedented and unlawful” retaliation…
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Eight Sleep se convierte en un nuevo unicornio valuado en 1,500 mdd
Eight Sleep, empresa especializada en tecnología aplicada al descanso, alcanza una valuación de 1,500 millones de dólares tras una ronda de inversión estratégica liderada por Tether Investments, recursos que impulsan…