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The Global Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II

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Author and journalist Krithika Varagur examines younger generations' understanding of the British monarchy.

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Ukraine Makes Gains in War with Russia

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CBS News
Ivo H. Daalder

Ukrainian forces have retaken roughly 3,000 square kilometers of territory in the past nine days. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes on CBS News.

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How Ukraine's New Offensive Could Win the War against Russia

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Plain English
Paul Poast

Nonresident Fellow Paul Poast joins the podcast to break down Ukraine’s extraordinary counteroffensive.

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How Do Americans Feel about a Third Party?

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The Hill
Dina Smeltz

Dina Smeltz breaks down recent public opinion polling.

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Gage Skidmore
Public Opinion

Reactions to Global Themes in King Charles' Inaugural Speech

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Global Insight by Karin Larson

People around the world offer their perspectives on the global themes of King Charles III's first address on the world stage.

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A 'New' Gorbachev Won't Rescue US-Russia Relations after Putin

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World Politics Review
Paul Poast

There’s no reason to believe that any successor to Putin would be any more likely to depart from Russia’s current path, Paul Poast argues.

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US Foreign Policy

World Review: America, China, and the Avoidable War (Replay)

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World Review with Ivo Daalder

In lieu of a new World Review, Ivo Daalder talks with Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd about the foreign policy objectives of the United States and China and how these superpowers can prevent competition from sparking a conflict.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden walk together at a Chinese ceremony.
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US Foreign Policy

Can the Monarchy Keep Calm and Carry On?

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Running Numbers by Emma Sanderson

The Queen maintained public approval during her reign, but support for the monarchy is on the decline, posing significant challenges for the new King.

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Remembering Queen Elizabeth's 1959 Chicago Visit

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Global Insight by Iain Whitaker

As the world mourns Queen Elizabeth II, the Council looks back on her 1959 Chicago visit and dynamic place in history.

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Remembering Queen Elizabeth II

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Al Hurra
Cécile Shea

Cécile Shea joined Al Hurra to discuss the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her legacy, and what comes next for the UK and the newly-appointed King Charles III.

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