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Whatever form direct retaliation takes, analysts warn there is a high risk of miscalculation — and further escalation
Stinting Ukraine will harm America in the contest with the supposed ‘real’ rival China
Also in this newsletter, new polling shows voter approval of Biden’s handling of the economy has ticked up
Its least bad options are a return to the status quo ante or carrying out a limited strike against military targets
‘Draconian’ court decision puts reproductive rights at heart of election in crucial 2024 swing state
Move marks Republican’s first big step to boost funding for Kyiv — but could face opposition
Opening day of historic first prosecution of a former US president underlines challenges ahead for the New York court
FT-Michigan Ross poll finds president’s gains could be derailed by stubborn fears over high prices
Suburban women in swing states believe the former president’s policies are too restrictive
Protection cannot mean giving the Netanyahu government a blank cheque, cashable in Washington
Macron warns of risk of ‘conflagration in the region’ as Israeli war cabinet considers response
Republicans call for vote on stalled funding package as Iran’s attack adds urgency to divisive issue
Tehran’s ‘Operation True Promise’ demonstrated aerial might that was visible to all, but fatal to none
Manhattan district attorney’s case features a colourful cast including a former president, his ex-fixer and a porn star
Netanyahu’s sense he has prevailed in this round may make him less rather than more risk averse
Israel and Iran’s attempts to restore military deterrence pull the region into escalating cycle of violence
G7 leaders and UN Security Council to meet as US seeks ‘co-ordinated diplomatic response’
US president reaffirms ‘ironclad’ backing for ally in call with Benjamin Netanyahu
Voters aren’t happy about the rollback of US abortion rights. Republicans are getting the message.
Washington calls on EU to use influence in Beijing to halt weapons transfers to Moscow
Tehran indicates response will be designed to avoid escalating conflict amid flurry of diplomatic calls
Move comes as White House tries to mobilise progressive voters ahead of November election
As Republican divisions over aid to Ukraine grow, the new leader already finds himself on shaky ground
US growth does not matter much to voters if interest rates remain elevated
The wealth surrounding you may make you less happy if it means you perceive your status as lower
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