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Rubio: U.S.-Iran War Could Last Another 2 to 4 Weeks

Rubio: U.S.-Iran War Could Last Another 2 to 4 Weeks

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at a U.S. timeline for the Iran war, how Republican lawmakers are prioritizing funding for...

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Alexandra Sharp

G-7 Aims to Balance Addressing Russia-Ukraine, Iran Wars

G-7 Aims to Balance Addressing Russia-Ukraine, Iran Wars

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the split focus of the G-7, the World Trade Organization’s warning for global trade norms, and...

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Iran Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Peace Plan

Iran Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Peace Plan

Foreign & Public Diplomacy Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at dueling proposals to end the U.S.-Iran war, Denmark’s efforts...

25.03.2026 5

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Can Frederiksen Win Over Denmark—Again?

Can Frederiksen Win Over Denmark—Again?

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Denmark’s snap parliamentary elections, possible U.S.-Iran peace talks, and a new free trade...

24.03.2026 4

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Trump Claims U.S., Iran Engaged in ‘Very Strong Talks’

Trump Claims U.S., Iran Engaged in ‘Very Strong Talks’

Foreign & Public Diplomacy Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at possible talks between the United States and Iran to end the war,...

23.03.2026 6

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Iran Intensifies Strikes on Gulf Energy Facilities

Iran Intensifies Strikes on Gulf Energy Facilities

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the threat facing oil facilities in the Persian Gulf, Denmark’s strategy to deter U.S....

22.03.2026 3

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Trump Praises Japan’s Takaichi for ‘Stepping Up’ in Iran War

Trump Praises Japan’s Takaichi for ‘Stepping Up’ in Iran War

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Japan’s mixed support for the U.S. war against Iran, Hungary blocking a European Union loan...

19.03.2026 7

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Tehran Vows to Strike Gulf Oil, Gas Facilities

Tehran Vows to Strike Gulf Oil, Gas Facilities

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at an attack on Iran’s South Pars gas field, Pakistan and Afghanistan pausing strikes, and...

18.03.2026 8

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Kabul Accuses Pakistani Airstrike of Killing Over 400 People

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at a lethal Pakistani attack in Afghanistan, the alleged assassination of Iranian security chief...

17.03.2026 5

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Trump Seeks Help to Reopen Hormuz. Europe Says No.

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Europe rebuffing the White House’s request for help, potential delays to a U.S.-China summit,...

16.03.2026 3

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Six U.S. Troops Killed in Aircraft Crash in Iraq

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the rising U.S. death toll in the Iran war, allegations of Pakistani forces targeting civilians...

13.03.2026 8

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Iran’s New Supreme Leader Vows to Continue Blocking the Strait of Hormuz

We’ve lifted the paywall. Foreign Policy’s coverage of the Iran war is free to read for a limited time. Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re...

12.03.2026 6

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Countries Agree to Historic Emergency Oil Reserve Release

We’ve lifted the paywall. Foreign Policy’s coverage of the Iran war is free to read for a limited time. Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re...

11.03.2026 8

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Iran Threatens to Stop Oil From Leaving the Middle East

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Iran’s efforts to control the Strait of Hormuz, North Korea denouncing joint U.S.-South Korean...

10.03.2026 10

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Oil Prices Spike as Iran War Impacts Global Energy Flows

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the Iran war’s impact on global oil prices, a landmark corruption trial in Turkey, and the...

09.03.2026 6

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Trump Demands Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at U.S. President Donald Trump’s demands for Iran, Finland’s proposed new nuclear policy, and a...

06.03.2026 10

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The Iran War Spills Beyond the Middle East

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at spillover in the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, Nepal’s crucial parliamentary elections, and...

05.03.2026 10

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U.S., Israel Keep Up Military Pressure on Iran

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at military developments in the Iran war, joint U.S.-Ecuador operations against alleged...

04.03.2026 6

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Americans Stranded in Middle East as U.S. Urges Its Citizens to Depart

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the United States urging its citizens to depart the Middle East, the humanitarian cost of...

03.03.2026 7

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The U.S.-Israel War Against Iran Is Not Slowing Down Anytime Soon

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the state of play for U.S. ambitions in Iran, Hezbollah’s renewed attacks on Israel, and...

03.03.2026 10

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Pakistan Says It’s in ‘Open War’ With Afghanistan

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the U.S. ambassador to Israel’s guidance to...

28.02.2026 10

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U.S., Iran Make ‘Significant Progress’ in Nuclear Talks, Mediator Says

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the outcome of indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran, a potential thaw in...

27.02.2026 9

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Rubio Meets With Caribbean Leaders to Discuss U.S. Policy

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at U.S. policy in the Caribbean, Germany fostering trade ties with China, and Zimbabwe’s push for...

26.02.2026 40

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The Russia-Ukraine War Enters Its Fifth Year

Russia’s War in Ukraine Understanding the conflict four years on. Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at where the Russia-Ukraine war...

25.02.2026 30

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Mexican Drug Lord’s Killing Sparks Widespread Violence

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the deadly fallout of a Mexican cartel leader’s killing, upcoming U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, and...

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Trump’s Tariff Fight Isn’t Over Yet

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at new U.S. tariffs after a landmark Supreme Court ruling, the White House considering limited...

21.02.2026 20

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Trump’s Board of Peace Takes on Gaza

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the first Board of Peace meeting on Gaza, possible U.S. strikes on Iran, and a life sentence for...

20.02.2026 20

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Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Cut Short in Geneva

Foreign & Public Diplomacy Russia’s War in Ukraine Understanding the conflict three years on. Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking...

19.02.2026 20

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A Hectic Day for U.S. Negotiators

Foreign & Public Diplomacy Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at U.S. diplomatic efforts in Geneva, advanced missile systems for...

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A New Chapter for Bangladesh

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at crucial election results in Bangladesh, the United States deploying a second aircraft carrier to...

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The EU Lacks Market Competitiveness—and Its Leaders Know

13.02.2026 10

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Netanyahu Urges Trump to Include Israel’s Demands in Iran Nuclear Talks

12.02.2026 20

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Will Britain’s Labour Party Survive the Epstein Files?

11.02.2026 10

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Takaichi’s Landslide Victory

10.02.2026 10

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U.S.-Iran Indirect Nuclear Talks Fail to Make Significant Progress

07.02.2026 20

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The Death of New START

06.02.2026 10

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Russian Strikes on Ukraine’s Energy Threaten Trilateral Peace Talks

05.02.2026 20

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Trump vs. Petro: A Thaw in Relations or Return to Diplomatic War?

04.02.2026 9

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Trump, Modi Reach Long-Awaited U.S.-India Trade Deal

03.02.2026 10

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Moscow Agrees to Halt Kyiv Attacks Until Feb. 1 at Trump’s Request

02.02.2026 6

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U.S. Weighs Military Action Against Iran

30.01.2026 8

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U.S. ICE Actions Spark International Concern

29.01.2026 10

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Iran Escalates Protest Crackdown but Says Open to U.S. Talks

28.01.2026 10

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India, EU Clinch Long-Delayed Trade Deal Amid Trump’s Tariff War

28.01.2026 20

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Trump’s Golden Dome Is No Silver Bullet

22.01.2026 20

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Widespread Repression, Intimidation Mar Uganda’s Presidential Election

17.01.2026 30

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Europe Confronts Trump’s Greenland Ambitions

16.01.2026 20

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Will Iran Execute Protesters Despite U.S. Intervention Threats?

15.01.2026 20

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Japan Courts South Korea Amid Rift With China

14.01.2026 20

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Iran Escalates Protest Crackdown but Says Open to U.S. Talks

13.01.2026 10

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