War
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When Santa fought for the Union
The Explainer How the bloodshed and turmoil of the Civil War helped make the modern American Christmas.
By The Week US Published
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Ukraine faces soldier shortage as war with Russia drags on
Talking Point As the Ukrainian military struggles with low recruitment, will the ongoing effort to repel Russia's invasion come down to a matter of manpower?
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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What rising gold prices can tell us about the economy in 2024
The Explainer Market hits all-time high, boosted by a weakening US dollar and rising global tensions
By Flora Neville, The Week UK Published
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2023: the year of the migrant crisis
The Explainer Waves of asylum seekers taxed governments around the world
By Harold Maass, The Week US Published
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Rape as a weapon: why war's 'oldest, most silenced' crime is on the rise
The Explainer Atrocities reported in Israel, Iran, Sudan and Ukraine as global conflicts bring increase in sexual violence
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Is the Ukraine government and its military on brink of a split?
Today's Big Question Public spats between President Zelenskyy and his military chief have contributed to declining morale within Ukraine
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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Israel plans next phase of Gaza war as first hostages released
Speed read After four-day ceasefire 'we will not stop' until destruction of Hamas, says Israel
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The threat on Israel’s northern border
The Explainer As the Israel-Hamas war rages in Gaza, could the Lebanon-based Hezbollah enter the fray?
By The Week US Published
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Israel's Gaza offensive is at a crossroads. What comes next?
Today's Big Question After a month of violence and destruction, the war between Israel and Hamas is poised to enter a new phase
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Hamas planned second wave of Israel attacks to prompt larger war
Speed Read Militants reportedly prepared for an extended incursion into Israeli territory
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Will North Korea take advantage of Israel-Hamas conflict?
Today's Big Question Pyongyang's ties with Russia are 'growing and dangerous' amid reports it sent weapons to Gaza
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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What comes next for Ukraine amid the war's 'stalemate'?
Today's Big Question The country's top general recently claimed that the war with Russia had reached a standstill
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Why are some experts skeptical of a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas?
Today's Big Question As the death count climbs and international outcry grows, not everyone is convinced that an immediate cease-fire is the right way to end the bloodshed
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Israel bombed Gaza's crowded Jabaliya refugee camp to kill Hamas leader underneath
Speed Read Israel said its airstrikes killed the senior Hamas commander, but they also killed civilians
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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