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Anna Bower reported from the conference, where Xinis barred the government from removing the defendant until briefing is complete.

A European Defense Union must take a new, balanced approach to privacy and security, requiring flexibility from EU members and institutions.

The U.S. and other states must press Israel to end its war in Gaza, which has gone well beyond what Israel’s right of self-defense permits.  

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Despite a weak economy, widespread poverty, and draconian gender and social restrictions, the Taliban remain entrenched in power.