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The Legal Status of Space: Understanding Space Law and Ownership
This video explores the legal status of space and the concept of ownership in outer space. It discusses the international conventions, particularly the Outer Space Treaty, that govern activities and prevent the placement of weapons of...
NASA
NASA in Silicon Valley: Komal Sadhwani Talks About Law on Earth for the Benefit of Space
A conversation with Komal Sadhwani, an attorney at NASA’s Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley.
The Economist
MH17: can Russia be held to account?
Australia and the Netherlands say Russia is responsible for shooting down flight MH17 in 2014. The families of the 298 victims want justice—but which court can give it to them?
The Wall Street Journal
Shifting Alliances
When a longtime U.S. ally starts looking toward China, what lessons can be drawn, and what does it say about U.S. influence regionally?
TLDR News
The Politics of Space: Who Owns the Moon? How Do Laws Work on Mars? - TLDR News
As people head into space and projects make space travel look more possible than ever, it's important to consider the politics of space. In this video, we discuss who owns celestial bodies like the moon and we also consider how laws and...
The Wall Street Journal
View from the U.S. Part II: Security
The U.S. has a large military presence in Asia, and many security interests. How are its priorities changing?
The March of Time
US Foreign Service interview Shaw
MOT 1938: U.S. FOREIGN SERVICE: REENACTMENT: VS Asst. State Sec. Howland Shaw w/ men interviewing candidates '...International Law Digest...' CU Sign 'Dept. of State.' VS Man taking oath. VS Stamping Foreign Service seal. EXT Building w/...
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DUP vs EU: How Brexit Broke Northern Ireland... Again - TLDR News
Yesterday Northern Ireland's First Minister Paul Givan resigned during the latest round of political chaos in Northern Ireland. This threw the countries politics into chaos once again as they struggle to deal with the knock-on effects of...
The Wall Street Journal
David Miliband on Rethinking the Global Aid System
The president and chief executive of the International Rescue Committee discusses how the U.S. and other major economies should adapt aid efforts in the age of competing, large-scale crises.
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What Happened to German Soldiers After WW2? | Animated History
When VE Day was declared in 1945, the Allied powers held roughly 11 million German soldiers as Prisoners of War. The vast majority of these, close to 8 million, had been captured by the Western Allies, while the remaining 3 million were...
Professor Dave Explains
James Madison: Father of the Constitution (1809 - 1817)
James Madison was a tiny fellow, but he packed a political punch. He was absolutely pivotal in the drafting of both the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and he started the Democratic-Republican Party with Thomas Jefferson, all before...
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UK high court challenge: Palestinian supporters contest arms ruling
New ReviewPalestinian group al Haq seeks appeal against UK’s decision to allow fighter jet parts exports to Israel.
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Egypt accuses Ethiopia of "reckless" Nile management as flooding fears rise
New ReviewEgypt has launched a sharp diplomatic offensive against Ethiopia, accusing it of "reckless and irresponsible" management of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) after unilateral water releases were linked to severe flooding in...
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EU divided on using frozen Russian assets for loan to Ukraine
New ReviewEU leaders are meeting in Copenhagen under pressure to boost European defence after a series of Russian incursions into EU airspace, and days after drones targeted Danish airports.
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UN Security Council Rejects Bid To Delay Iran Nuclear Sanctions
New ReviewIran's president repeated in the UNGA that his country is not seeking nuclear weapons, after military strikes by Israel and the United States.
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UN Security Council rejects Russia and China’s bid to delay Iran nuclear sanctions
New ReviewThe resolution put forth by Russia and China — Iran's most powerful and closest allies on the 15-member council — failed to garner support on Friday.
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Canada recognized Palestine to ensure 2-state solution remains viable: Anand
New ReviewCanada declared its recognition of the state of Palestine at the United Nations on Sunday. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand tells Power & Politics it's part of Canada's long-held belief in a two-state solution, the prospect of which...
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Marwan Bishara dissects the contrasting Trump and Macron performances at the United Nations
New ReviewMacron’s UN vision contrasts Trump’s, but Bishara says Europe’s actions lack credibility; true leverage lies with Arab, Muslim nations.
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Action must be taken to stop Russia now, Zelenskyy tells UN
New ReviewUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the UN General Assembly to work together to stop Russia's war in his country, accusing Russian President Vladimir Putin of seeking to expand the fighting beyond Ukraine.
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Gaza Ceasefire: Hamas Denies Accusations of Obstructing Gaza Peace Efforts
New ReviewGaza Ceasefire: Hamas has denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that the group is obstructing ceasefire efforts in Gaza, rejecting allegations that it is hindering peace talks in the region.
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Breaking: Doha Attack: Qatar Lodges Complaint with ICAO Over Israeli Attack in Doha
New ReviewDoha Attack: Qatar has formally lodged a complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) following a recent Israeli airstrike on its capital, Doha, state-run media reported Saturday. The strike, carried out on...
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Palestine ambassador speaks to WION ahead of UNGA session
New ReviewAhead of the start of the annual united nations general assembly (UNGA) session next week that will see many western countries recognising the "state of Palestine", the Palestinian ambassador to India, Abdallah M. Abu Shawesh, speaking...
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Iran’s UN envoy speaks after sanctions-lifting resolution vote
New ReviewIran addresses the UNSC following a resolution vote on lifting sanctions – Tehran pushes for permanent relief.