War in Ukraine

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This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (December 20)

A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to compromise on Ukraine and engage in talks with …

Defense

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German Government Orders Four More Type 212CD Submarines

Germany has approved the purchase of four additional Type 212CD submarines from thyssenkrupp Marine System (TKMS) in a deal valued at EUR4.7 billion ($4.92 billion). In addition, Norway has indicated …

Geopolitics

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Syria at a Crossroads After Assad’s Stunning Collapse

Over a decade after protests sprung up against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in 2011, rebel forces, long on the back foot of the conflict, have accomplished the unthinkable and toppled …