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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · 3d

Madagascar and Morocco are the latest countries making headlines as “Gen Z protests” sweep the globe. Dr. @misskstrong.bsky.social connects the dots on BBC News.

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · 7d

First reactions to Hamas’ “yes, but” response to Trump’s Gaza peace plan largely positive. Former Biden official Ambassador Barbara Leaf tells me it’s the first time she’s been optimistic in two years.

Lula's return - A Brazil divided | DW Documentary

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · 15d

International journalists must be allowed into Gaza. A joint call from the BBC, @afp.com, @reuters.com + @apnews.com:

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · 27d

How could the US support NATO’s new operation ‘Eastern Sentry’? @jteurope.bsky.social sees aircraft, Patriot batteries, intelligence, logistics support as options.

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Sep 9

With judges in Brazil issuing their verdicts on whether to convict Bolsonaro, I’m thinking of the crucial weeks ahead of the January 8 attacks in Brasília. My documentary from then offers an up-close look at Bolsonarismo:

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Sep 4

The next pandemic? “We are not as ready as we were,” says Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the CDC last week. She warns less access to data and fewer ready responders mean the US has taken a step back after lessons learned from Covid.

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Aug 29

With Russia’s massive overnight attack even hitting the center of Kyiv, what hope is left for a US-negotiated peace for Ukraine? Former Ukrainian foreign minister Vadym Prystaiko tells me the person with Trump’s ear is his wife, Melania.

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Aug 28

Former Minneapolis police chief Medaria Arradondo on what authorities will be looking at following the shooting at a Catholic school.

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Aug 22

Rather than voters picking politicians, politicians picking voters. With the redistricting arms race on, I spoke to @samwang.bsky.social for a big-picture view of gerrymandering.

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Aug 14

Full-circle moment for my rather British upbringing in the U.S. Delighted to be supporting the #BBCNews team in DC as a presenter and correspondent for the next 6 months. Should be a nice quiet posting…

Analyst: EU-US trade deal 'replaces' EU autonomy with 'vulnerability and an over-reliance on the US’

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Jul 29

“I don’t think anybody can call it a good deal” – former European Commissioner for Trade @ceciliamalmstrom.bsky.social tells me the EU-US agreement is a bunch of concessions from the European Union: youtu.be/ayKCG8SD9pw?...

Putin attacks, and Trump dithers: How long can Ukraine hold on? | To The Point

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Jul 11

What does the whiplash from the United States’ back-and-forth on Ukraine policy mean for Kyiv? Diplomatic and military insights this week on To The Point: youtu.be/kTurmeDx3kM?...

Why the Pentagon's claim that US strikes 'obliterated' Iran’s nuclear sites is under fire | DW News

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Jul 8

How did the 90s rallying cry of "girl power!” help entrench neoliberal feminism in development strategies in East and Southern Africa and beyond? Can’t wait to read @bellowsblakely.bsky.social’s new book with @uchicagopress.bsky.social.

Sarah Bellows-Blakely @bellowsblakely.bsky.social · Apr 14

My book is out! Official publication date is May 6th, but hard copies are already shipping. Thanks to Abosede George and Lynn Thomas for graciously writing blurbs for the back cover. The acknowledgments section is four pages long for a reason! press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/bo...

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Jun 27

Conflicting accounts of U.S. success in “obliterating” Iran’s nuclear program, and what credible assurances Tehran would need in negotiations. @jekavanagh.bsky.social @janelledumalaon.bsky.social @armscontrolwonk.bsky.social youtu.be/RIMV8v-1Gjw?...

Zelenskyy in Berlin: How far will Merz go in backing Ukraine? | DW News

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · May 29

After Zelenskyy’s meeting with new chancellor in Berlin, a look at how far German gov is now willing to go in boosting Ukraine’s military capabilities. With Marina Miron @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social Gideon Rose @americanacademy.bsky.social‬⁩ @johnkampfner.bsky.social youtu.be/MMYK0tRHiW4?...

What's behind Germany's decision to lift range restrictions on arms to Ukraine? | DW News

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · May 27

Merz has confirmed lifting of range restrictions on Western weapons sent to Ukraine – Kyiv now allowed to target military sites inside Russia. @nathalietocci.bsky.social on this major departure in German FP: youtu.be/Wi_68ethHPk?...

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · May 3

Will India-Pakistan tensions boil over? @sushantsingh.bsky.social says conflict “looks likely.” Context on why previous checks on escalation might not hold: youtu.be/R7_Od4SADRU&...

What will happen to the world economy as Trump's global trade war escalates? | DW News

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Apr 10

How have the EU and China responded to Trump’s tariffs? @jackeparrock.bsky.social + @melissakchan.bsky.social report from Brussels and Taipei.

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Gaza health ministry reports over 400 killed in Israeli ceasefire-breaking attacks | DW News

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Mar 18

In Gaza, @unicef.org staffer shares details of “truly terrifying” night as Israel breaks ceasefire in place since January: youtu.be/AmFttwL62b8?...

Afghans who helped US in limbo after Trump suspends refugee program | DW News

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Mar 17

Afghans who helped the US are in limbo amid Trump’s suspension of refugee resettlement program and Pakistan ramping up deportations. One family’s story: youtu.be/4drGRTEblG8?...

US military aid to Ukraine on hold: How could Europe help fill the gap? | To the Point

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Mar 6

With US military aid to Ukraine on hold, could Europe help fill the gap? Excellent look at capabilities and limitations with @general-ben.bsky.social @carlomasala1.bsky.social @spagung.bsky.social:
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Does the Arab nations' Gaza proposal have any chance of succeeding? | DW News

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Mar 5

What’s in Arab leaders’ alternative plan for the reconstruction of Gaza? Interview with @gawhary.bsky.social.

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Can Friedrich Merz steer Germany out of crisis? | To the Point

Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Feb 28

In style and substance, how will chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz face Germany‘s myriad crises? Our panel looks at the ailing economy and European security under Trump.

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Expansionist ambitions under Trump: A new era of land-grabs? | To the point

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Clare Richardson @clarer.bsky.social · Jan 17

Greenland, Canada. What’s behind Trump’s apparent expansionist ambitions? Our preview of the world ahead: youtu.be/9JeomHqigeg?...