Palestinian civilians find fewer safe places to shelter as Israeli forces expand ground operations south in the Gaza Strip; European Union (EU) leaders discuss prospects for more aid and EU membership for Ukraine; Egypt holds presidential elections amid an economic crisis; and a former senior U.S. diplomat is charged as a spy for Cuba.

Mentioned on the Podcast

“How a Sombre Mood Gripped Europe,” Economist

“How Victor Manuel Rocha Got Away with Spying for Cuba for So Long,” All Things Considered

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