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Russia's responses to the $61 billion aid package for Ukraine suggest the Kremlin was blindsided by the House vote.

The $60 billion in new U.S. aid will likely avert a 2024 disaster for Ukraine. Beyond that, the impact isn't clear.

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A look inside the work of maintaining, modernizing, and cleaning up after the nation's stockpile of nuclear weapons.

Becky Root argues that it is time to engage with the Afghan Taliban to ensure the future stability and security of Afghanistan.

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After Israel's intelligence chief's resignation, Cipher Brief expert Beth Sanner weighs in on whether other Israeli officials should go.

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