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of power,
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Realpolitik analysis of global power dynamics, statecraft, and the forces that actually shape political outcomes.
John Hancock seeks family unity after court ruling on inheritance
John Hancock welcomes a court ruling but calls for family reunification after a long feud.
North Korea expands nuclear capabilities, raising global security concerns
North Korea is making 'very serious' progress in nuclear weapon production, according to the IAEA.
US military strikes kill four more in eastern Pacific boat attack
The US military's recent boat strike killed four, marking 174 deaths since September.
Tuvalu to host leaders' event ahead of Cop31 summit
Australia's Chris Bowen will co-convene a leaders' event in Tuvalu before the Cop31 summit in Antalya.
Hancock Prospecting loses royalties claim to Wright family in landmark ruling
Hancock Prospecting must pay Wright Prospecting 50% of past and future royalties from the Hope Downs iron ore project.
US DoJ seeks to overturn January 6 convictions for far-right groups
The US DoJ has filed to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions for Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members involved in the Capitol siege.
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