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Scott Lucas, The Conversation
Professor of International Politics, University of Birmingham
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To combat ISIS-K, the West may have to ally with the Taliban and Haqqani Network
The terrorist group’s bombing of Kabul airport was not just an attack on American forces, it was also a challenge to the Taliban.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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Biden’s inaugural speech and executive orders show that he wants America to re-engage with the world
Politics does not have to be a raging fire destroying everything in its path, he said in his maiden speech as the country’s commander-in-chief.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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Golan Heights: With one tweet, Trump reversed US policy on Israel and Syria, paved way for turmoil
The US president's tweet declaring the US would recognise Israeli sovereignty over the Syrian territory was unexpected.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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The curious case of Pran Puri, the 18th century travelling monk who was discovered and forgotten
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Why Pakistan has not seen any major public protests despite extreme economic hardship
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How Alexander the Great became Iskandar Zulkarnain, the legendary ancestor of Malay kings
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Explainer: Why India wants to modify the Indus Water Treaty after 62 years
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Satyajit Ray’s Professor Shonku stories remind us that he created a fictional scientist too
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James Mattis resigns: What exit of Trump’s defence secretary means for Syria, Afghanistan and NATO
The last adult is leaving the White House after a shock decision by the president to pull troops out of Syria.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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US midterm results: What they mean for the country’s uncertain future
The Democrats took the House of Representatives with a large swing. The Republicans not only clung to the Senate, they increased their majority.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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#WAR: With Bannon back at Breitbart news, what’s in store for the White House?
Trump's former chief strategist has returned to his media roots. And he has more than a few grudges
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
Video
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Syria earthquake: Watch rescuers erupt in joy after family is pulled out alive from debris
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Watch: Drew Barrymore shaves off actor Tyler Posey's moustache during an on-camera interview
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‘Liar!’ Watch Republicans heckling US President Joe Biden during State of the Union address
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Watch: Bowhead whales rejuvenate themselves at a ‘health spa’ off the coast of Russia
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‘He makes it appear he’s the remote control behind the PM’: TMC’s Mahua Moitra on Adani in Lok Sabha
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Russia and Iran will have a stake in deciding what next for Syria after Aleppo falls
The US has largely been sidelined in the region.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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Russian Syria withdrawal: Vladimir Putin is the consummate political gambler
The Russian president's announcement he will be pulling troops out of Syria has taken everyone by surprise.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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The Syria ‘ceasefire’ deal is no such thing – it’s cover for the US and Russia
The agreement so enthusiastically received by the world is less a leap forward than a cynical act of self-preservation.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
The Reel
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‘The Consultant’ trailer: Christoph Waltz plays a sinister boss in dark comedy series
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Watch: Behind the scenes of Hansika Motwani’s December wedding
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Amit Trivedi lets his music do the talking: ‘There’s one life. We take it way too seriously’
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Start the week with a film: Horses and a quietly thumping heart in ‘The Rider’
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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Saudi Arabia's 'coalition' is a brazen challenge to Syria, Iran, and the US
When is a coalition not a coalition? When you don't tell the founding members they're in it.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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The life of 'Jihadi John': How one man became the symbol of Islamic State
The US and UK claim the man who bragged about decapitating western hostages has probably been killed in an airstrike.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
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Syria: is Putin preparing to dump Assad?
Moscow's mixed messages on the future of the Syrian president is fuelling speculation that it might be preparing to desert its long-term ally.
Scott Lucas, The Conversation
The Field
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ICC Women’s T20 World Cup: Richa Ghosh’s knock helps India beat Bangladesh by 52 runs in warmup game
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India vs Australia: Pat Cummins on prospect of turning pitches – ‘We just got to embrace it’
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India v Australia: Rohit Sharma & Co look to retain Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with an eye on WTC final
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Sune Luus column: Hosts South Africa eager to keep ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at home
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Reactions as LeBron James becomes the NBA’s leading scorer: ‘The All-Time Scoring King’