The Globalist (February 8, 2024): We discuss German chancellor Olaf Scholz’s trip to Washington, as he tries to bolster US support for Ukraine.
Plus: Dutch coalition talks, fashion news and the UAE’s luxury property boom.
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The New York Times — Thursday, February 8, 2024
Netanyahu Spurns Hamas Offer for Gaza Cease-Fire
The Israeli prime minister said that the proposed deal would leave Israel vulnerable to attack and that its forces were preparing to expand their operations.
The United States Has Been a Bulwark for Ukraine. What Happens if Support Collapses?
American officials concede there is nothing on the horizon that could match the power of a new, $60 billion congressional appropriation to support its war against Russian aggression.
From Ferguson to Gaza: How African Americans Bonded With Palestinian Activists
The relationship became closer during protests over police brutality, but brings political risks, like straining the alliance between African Americans and Jews.
King Pushed for Transparency on Diagnosis. He Raised Questions in the Process.
The king has let people know more about his health than other monarchs, but a decision to keep private the form of cancer he has is leading to speculation in lieu of facts.
News: Gaza War Talks, GOP Rejects Israel Aid, Border And Ukraine Bill Debated
The Globalist (February 7, 2024): We discuss the bill worth $118bn (€109bn), which will be debated by the US Senate today.
Plus: protests in Senegal after parliament delays the presidential election, Marine Le Pen meets with the Alternative for Germany party and we catch up with J A Bayona, director of ‘Society of the Snow’.
The New York Times — Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024
Federal Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Claim of Absolute Immunity
The ruling answered a question that an appeals court had never addressed: Can former presidents escape being held accountable by the criminal justice system for things they did while in office?
What Israeli Soldiers’ Videos Reveal: Cheering Destruction and Mocking Gazans
An analysis of social media videos found Israeli soldiers filming themselves in Gaza and destroying what appears to be civilian property. The footage provides a rare and unsanctioned window into the war.
More Than a Fifth of Hostages in Gaza Are Dead, Israel Says
As Israel and Hamas inch closer to a deal to free hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and a cease-fire, the military disclosed that at least 30 of the captives still in Gaza have been confirmed dead.
Republican Impeachment of Mayorkas Fails Amid G.O.P. Defections
In a stunning defeat, the House rejected impeachment charges against the homeland security secretary, as rank-and-file lawmakers balked at what they considered a misuse of the process.
News: Blinken In Middle East For Gaza Peace Talks, Pakistan 2024 Elections
The New York Times — Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Blinken Meets Saudi Crown Prince on Mideast Push for Pause in Gaza War
The top U.S. diplomat spoke with Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler as he sought to broker a pause in the fighting. His visit came the same day a drone struck a Syrian base used by U.S. forces and their allies.
Many Israelis Want Netanyahu Out. But There Is No Simple Path to Do It.
There is no clear mechanism to force early elections in Israel. But there are other ways to oust the Israeli prime minister.
Zelensky Hints at Major Shake-Up of Ukraine’s Government
The president said a “reset” was needed to revive the struggling war effort, adding that his plans were “about the direction of the country’s leadership” and not just about replacing his top general.
‘They Come in Waves’: Ukraine Goes on Defense Against a Relentless Foe
At the hot spots of the eastern front line, Ukrainian troops are outmanned, outgunned and digging in.
News: U.S. Military Strikes In Yemen, Syria And Iraq, Elections In Azerbaijan
The Globalist Podcast (February 5, 2024) – The latest on the US response to the drone attacks in Jordan, assess how Azerbaijan’s presidential election will impact the wider region and review the day’s papers.
Plus: we meet designer Camille Jaillant of Olistic The Label and look at last night’s Grammy Awards.
The New York Times — Monday, February 5, 2024
U.S. Strikes Iranian-Backed Targets for Third Day in a Row
The attack on Houthi militants in Yemen came as Secretary of State Antony Blinken headed for the Mideast to try to defuse escalating tensions.
Cast as Criminals, America’s Librarians Rally to Their Own Defense
As libraries become battlegrounds in the nation’s culture wars, their allies are fighting to preserve access to their collections and keep themselves out of jail, or worse.
After the Quake: One Turkish Family’s Struggle
In the year since earthquakes devastated southern Turkey, the Karapirli family has struggled to heal, find a home and cope with a bottomless sense of loss.
Anxiety, Mood Swings and Sleepless Nights: Life Near a Bitcoin Mine
Pushed by an advocacy group, Arkansas became the first state to shield noisy cryptocurrency operators from unhappy neighbors. A furious backlash has some lawmakers considering a statewide ban.
The New York Times — Sunday, February 4, 2024
U.S. and U.K. Launch Heavy Strikes on Houthi Sites in Yemen
The airstrikes, meant to deter attacks on ships in the Red Sea, came one day after the United States struck at other Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria.
Fear and Ambition Propel Xi’s Nuclear Acceleration
China’s leader built up a nuclear arsenal, steeling for a growing rivalry with the United States. Now China is exploring how to wield its newfound strength.
Bullfighting Returns to Its Largest Arena. A Fight Over Its Future Goes On.
After a nearly two-year ban, a legal ruling brought bullfights back to La Plaza México in Mexico City. But the fight continues after a federal judge again stopped the events.
What You Can Still Complain About in Russia: A Cat Thrown From a Train
The death of a pet during a train journey has given Russians a safe space to speak out and connect, and allowed the Kremlin to shift attention from wartime gloom.
Saturday Morning: News And Stories From London
Monocle on Saturday, February 3, 2024: The US military launched airstrikes against targets in Syria and Iraq on Friday. How has the country’s power changed across different administrations?
Also on the programme: Georgina Godwin and international correspondent Nina dos Santos discuss why men are drifting to the far right, the many conspiracies surrounding Taylor Swift and Venice Carnival’s celebration of Marco Polo this weekend. Plus: Alice Haddon and Ruth Field join us to talk about their therapeutic wellness retreat, The Heartbreak Hotel.
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