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The Ledger
Sharp, direct and opinionated. One argument, one verdict, every time — on the world's most consequential developments in diplomacy, geopolitics and international affairs. Not a news summary. Not a survey of perspectives. A position, taken clearly and defended honestly. If something significant happened, there is a view on it here. Read it before you form your own.
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First They Have to Find the Plants
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"THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY." The Country the US Captured.
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The Alternative Is the Next War
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47 Dead. 50 Kidnapped. 22 in a Church.
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'One Day a Decision Must Be Made'
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He Watched His Child Born on FaceTime. He Has Never Met Her.
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19 Months. Then an Investigation.
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Kim Condemned the Exercises. He Didn't Thank Trump.
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800,000 Barrels. The War's First Environmental Disaster.
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60 Days. No Deal. The Window Closes.
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'No Thanks.' The Exercises Were Cut.
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The Alliance the War Built
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'I Think We Will Keep It'
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Not in Gaza. Not in the West Bank.
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Fractured Ribs. Shattered Tailbone. International Waters.
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