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March 31, 2026 7 visible stories Diplomacy & Power / Conflict & Security / Energy & Climate

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March 31, 2026

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Conflict & Security

Military moves, clashes, maritime flashpoints, and security posture changes.

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Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas
The Guardian World • 1m ago

Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas

Football federation president on the run with wife and sonConviction in absentia of wide-ranging corruption chargesAuthorities in Congo-Brazzaville have applied to Interpol for an international arrest warrant against Jea...

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Can the ‘Dubai Dream’ Survive the War? Residents Say Life Goes On.
The New York Times World • 1m ago

Can the ‘Dubai Dream’ Survive the War? Residents Say Life Goes On.

The Emirates’ largest city pitched itself to foreign workers and tourists as a sun-soaked safe haven in a volatile region. War has challenged that image.

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Global US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026) Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
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Diplomacy & Power

Summits, sanctions, elections, leadership shifts, and statecraft.

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Offensive vs. Defensive: On Iran, the Distinction Matters for Britain’s Leader
The New York Times World • 1m ago

Offensive vs. Defensive: On Iran, the Distinction Matters for Britain’s Leader

As the United States expands its armada of warplanes on British soil, Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he is trying to defend Britain’s interests while keeping the country out of war.

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Global US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026) Military Bases and Installations
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Kuwaiti Tanker Full of Oil Struck Off Dubai Day After Trump’s Threats
The New York Times World • 1m ago

Kuwaiti Tanker Full of Oil Struck Off Dubai Day After Trump’s Threats

The vessel caught fire and sustained damage, its owner said on Tuesday, adding that there was the potential for an oil spill in surrounding waters. On Monday, President Trump warned Iran that without a deal he would orde...

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He Led Congo for 18 Years. Now, Joseph Kabila Is a Hunted Man.
The New York Times World • 1m ago

He Led Congo for 18 Years. Now, Joseph Kabila Is a Hunted Man.

Joseph Kabila, the former president, faces the death penalty after the government convicted him of treason last year. He says the charges are bogus.

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Global Kabila, Joseph Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)
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Economy & Trade

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Energy & Climate

Oil, gas, grids, climate shocks, and energy security storylines.

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Weather tracker: Thunderstorms drench UAE and Saudi Arabia
The Guardian World • 1m ago

Weather tracker: Thunderstorms drench UAE and Saudi Arabia

Abnormally strong jet stream triggers deluge in Middle East, while north Africa braces for 60-80mph gustsAn unusual weather pattern unleashed severe thunderstorms across parts of the Middle East last week, battering coun...

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Cyber & Technology

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News outlets falsely report Somaliland called for extradition of Ilhan Omar
The Guardian World • 1m ago

News outlets falsely report Somaliland called for extradition of Ilhan Omar

Reports, based on X post from unofficial account, follow JD Vance’s accusations and threats of finding ‘legal remedies’Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxSeveral news outlets hav...

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Society & Rights

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BBC World

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BBC Asia

Regional desk

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Asia 3 items

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Lean Left -1

Al Jazeera English

International broadcaster

Live
Global 3 items

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Lean Left -2

The Guardian World

Newspaper

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Global 3 items

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The New York Times World

Newspaper

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Global 3 items

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NPR World

Public radio

Live
US 3 items

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Lean Left -2

CNN World

Cable network

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Global 3 items

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Fox News World

Cable network

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New York Post World

Tabloid

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US 3 items

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The Diplomat

Asia-Pacific magazine

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Asia-Pacific 3 items

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Lean Left -1

SCMP Asia

Metropolitan daily

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Asia 3 items

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The Japan Times

National daily

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Japan 3 items

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The Straits Times Asia

Regional newspaper

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Southeast Asia 3 items

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Channel NewsAsia

Regional broadcaster

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Southeast Asia 3 items

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Dawn

National daily

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Pakistan 3 items

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The Hindu International

National daily

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India 3 items

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Times of India World

National daily

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India 3 items

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NDTV World

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Rappler

Digital newsroom

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Philippines 3 items

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China Daily World

State-backed daily

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Radio Free Asia

Public-interest broadcaster

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France 24 Asia-Pacific

Public broadcaster

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Nikkei Asia

Business daily

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The Korea Herald

National daily

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Taiwan News

Digital daily

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Deutsche Welle Asia

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Reuters World

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Reuters Business

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The Jakarta Post

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Euronews World

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