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FORGE Alliance: America's Plurilateral Strategy to Break China's Rare Earth Grip
In February 2026, the U.S. launched FORGE, uniting 54 nations with $30B+ to counter China's 90% rare earth processing dominance. This analysis examines price floors, Project Vault, and whether diversification can succeed before 2040.
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Hormuz Shock: How a Chokepoint Blockade Is Rewriting Global Trade and Energy Strategy in 2026
The Strait of Hormuz blockade in February 2026 triggered a 60% oil price surge, doubled gas prices, and slashed global trade growth to 1.5-2.5%. This analysis examines the crisis's impact on energy markets, food security, and...
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EU Top Court Upholds €4.1B Google Fine, Iran Talks Stall
EU court upholds Google's €4.1B Android fine, U.S.-Iran Doha talks stall, India-Japan sign AI and defence pacts, and Ebola outbreak in DRC surpasses 1,000 cases—key global developments in early July 2026.
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Petrodollar Fracture: UAE OPEC Exit Reshapes Global Finance
The UAE exited OPEC on May 1, 2026, accelerating petrodollar decline as dollar reserves fall below 57%, BRICS buys record gold, and mBridge processes $55B+ in CBDC settlements. Analysis of a multipolar financial future through 2027.
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US 250th Independence Day: July 4 2026 Celebrations
The United States celebrated its 250th Independence Day on July 4, 2026, with historic festivities, naturalization ceremonies, and the largest fireworks display ever, amid a year of global conflicts.
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US 250th Anniversary: July 14 Policy Shift | Independence Legacy
On July 14, 2026, President Harris announced the July 14 Declaration, a major US foreign policy shift emphasizing diplomacy and climate security. Learn about the key provisions and global reactions.