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Political blizzard in Japan leaves voters with limited visibilityScott Foster reports Japan’s snap election is being held amid fragmented opposition, shifting alliances, and voter concern over living costs. Despite high approval for Prime Minister Takaichi, coalition arithmetic is uncertain, and outcomes may tilt either toward a stronger right-wing bloc or a centrist check.
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Russia builds leverage with Trump through ‘yes, but’ diplomacyJames Davis writes that as Russian forces advance militarily, Moscow is cautiously engaging Trump’s peace initiative while refusing core concessions on Donbass. Russia’s calibrated cooperation aims to keep Trump engaged, test European limits, and strengthen Moscow’s negotiating position without provoking Washington.
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