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Expenses claims: Trump’s hush-money trial

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Militias in the Middle East: Dynamics and Implications

This chapter delves into the rise of militia groups in the Middle East, analyzing how state weakness and ongoing conflicts foster their growth. It contrasts various militias' relationships with state governance, particularly the dual role of Hezbollah in Lebanon, and warns of the potential instability resulting from governments' alliances with these powerful entities.

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