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Battles rage at Ukrainian plant as U.N. rushes to evacuate civilians

By Alessandra Prentice and Natalia Zinets ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (Reuters) -Scores of Ukrainians remained trapped on Thursday in a Mariupol steel works that has been rocked by heavy explosions as Russian forces fought for control of Ukraine’s last stronghold in the

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U.S. shifts goals on war in Ukraine amid concerns over Russia’s nuclear capabilities

During the past few months the Biden administration’s rhetoric about its ultimate goals for Ukraine appears to have shifted, with more talk about winning the war against Russia. Evelyn Farkas, executive director of the McCain Institute at Arizona State University,

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U.S. shifts goals on war in Ukraine amid concerns over Russia’s nuclear capabilities

During the past few months the Biden administration’s rhetoric about its ultimate goals for Ukraine appears to have shifted, with more talk about winning the war against Russia. Evelyn Farkas, executive director of the McCain Institute at Arizona State University,

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Trump set the stage for Roe’s demise. For now, he doesn’t wanna talk about it. – POLITICO

Trump set the stage for Roe’s demise. For now, he doesn’t wanna talk about it.  POLITICO Rep. Frankel: McConnell, Trump to Blame If Roe Is Overturned  Business Insider Trump the hero for anti-abortion movement after bending supreme court his way  The Guardian US

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Bennett vows ‘campaign of murder against Jews’ will never break our spirit

Police minister says security forces will apprehend Elad killers ‘dead or alive,’ local residents urge far-right MK Ben Gvir to leave scene, accusing him of inciting violence

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Abortion providers face uncertain future with expected Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade ruling

The draft opinion that was leaked from the U.S. Supreme Court could have enormous implications, especially for abortion providers in 26 states where new restrictions or outright bans would go into effect. Dr. Sarah Traxler in St. Paul, Minnesota, who

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PA leader Abbas condemns Elad terror attack; Israel extends West Bank, Gaza closure

After Elad attack, closure on Palestinians in West Bank and Gaza extended until Sunday; Defense Minister Benny Gantz vows Israel will exact ‘price for terror attacks’

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Trump suggested ‘secret’ missile strike on Mexico in 2020: Former Pentagon chief

The forthcoming book by Trump-era Secretary of Defense Mark Esper reveals a discussion of attacking Mexico late in the administration. “Former President Donald J. Trump asked Mark T. Esper, his defense secretary, about the possibility of launching missiles into Mexico

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Abortion pills: A post-Roe game-changer and new battleground – Los Angeles Times

Abortion pills: A post-Roe game-changer and new battleground  Los Angeles Times Abortion Pills Will Be the Next Battleground in a Post-Roe America  The New York Times Demand for abortion pills will soar if Roe v. Wade is overturned, advocates say  The Washington Post

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Democrats Plan a Bid to Codify Roe, but Lack the Votes to Succeed

In announcing a Wednesday vote on doomed legislation to enshrine abortion rights into federal law, the top Senate Democrat teed up a political fight for the midterm campaign.

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