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Gaza: Epicenter of the Israel-Hamas War

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Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Explore the complex history of the Gaza Strip, the rise of Hamas, and the implications for the current conflict.

Smoke rises following an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City on Wednesday.
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Defense and Security

Europeans and Chicagoans are both tired of stolen bikes. A Midwestern Marine found a solution.

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

Midwest biking activists are using a grassroots strategy to highlight the lack of secure bike infrastructure in the region.

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Elizabeth Sokolich
Global Cities

When Does the Ukraine Aid Debate Become a Crisis?

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Deep State Radio
Ivo H. Daalder

Could chaos in the US House of Representatives mean chaos for Ukraine? The Council's @IvoHDaalder joins Deep State Radio to discuss.

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Why global architecture buffs are hurrying to Columbus, Indiana. Really.

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ChicagoGlobal by Edward Keegan

Sure, Chicago is a must-see stop for visitors seeking out a taste of Midwest design. But a new exhibition makes a pretty compelling case that architecture aficionados would be wise to put this central Indiana town on their itinerary, too.

Driving into the center of Columbus, Ind., over the the Robert N. Stewart Bridge reveals a view of the Bartholomew County Courthouse and First Christian Church.
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Global Economy

Runners from more than 140 countries participated in the Chicago Marathon

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ChicagoGlobal by Nicole L. Cvetnic

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to generate significant economic benefits for Chicago, thanks to its unique characteristics and international reputation.

Start of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
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Global Cities

Ukraine Support, Tensions in Kosovo and Serbia, Canada-India Feud

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World Review with Ivo Daalder

Steven Erlanger, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

US Ukraine Military Aid Explainer
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Global Politics

America’s Political Dysfunction Harms Our Reputation and National Security

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Chicago Tribune
Elizabeth Shackelford

“If the United States can’t lead by example as a defender of democracy and the rule of law at home, we’ll have a hard time defending them elsewhere,” says Elizabeth Shackelford.

The U.S. Capitol Dome is reflected in a rain puddle on the compass star on the east side of the building, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.
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Energy Insecurity: Where Climate Change Meets Geopolitics

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Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Why moving to renewable energy will not increase energy security and reduce geopolitical power struggles and what to do.

Members of Greenpeace put up a neon sign powered by solar energy
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Climate and the Environment

Survey: Partisan Split Grows over Military Aid to Ukraine

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The Hill
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Democrats are more likely than Republicans to support continued US assistance to Ukraine, Council polling finds.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin greets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a welcome ceremony at the Pentagon
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Poll: Americans Split by Party on Whether Ukraine Weapons Aid ‘Worth It’

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Responsible Statecraft
Coauthors

But new Council polling finds a majority still support sending additional arms to oust Russia.

Weapons lie on the ground as Ukrainian personnel take a break during training
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