NATO's Ukraine Summit

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NATO has a summit every year, and this year Ukraine will be front and centre. Anton LaGuardia says there are two parallel tracks on the Ukraine question. The first involves membership of NATO; the second is to build up its armed forces. Most countries want Ukraine to have a clear path towards membership but Americans are reluctant about expanding alliance.

Members of the alliance are conflicted over the prospect of Ukraine’s membership. In particular, America has changed its mind, and this could affect the future of the war. Because of rapidly rising sea levels, China’s coastal cities are on sinking sand. Will another great wall slow the tide? And, say hello to our new Style Guide.

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