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Russia is deepening a crackdown on dissent in occupied areas of Ukraine, the Ukrainian military said, as Kyiv’s forces launched fresh attacks aimed at weakening Moscow’s hold in the south.

Wall Street Journal Russia is deepening a crackdown on dissent in occupied areas of Ukraine, the Ukrainian military said, as Kyiv’s forces launched fresh attacks aimed at weakening Moscow’s hold in the south. https://www.wsj.com/articles/as-ukraine-readies-counteroffensive-russia-steps-up-campaign-against-partisans-f839c12a

China is attempting to balance its fury over Taiwan with a desire to play the role of global peacemaker, as Beijing seeks to sustain a burst of diplomatic momentum and establish itself as a global counterbalance to Washington.

Wall Street Journal China is attempting to balance its fury over Taiwan with a desire to play the role of global peacemaker, as Beijing seeks to sustain a burst of diplomatic momentum and establish itself as a global counterbalance to Washington. https://www.wsj.com/articles/china-warns-taiwan-with-an-eye-on-rest-of-the-world-cea19bf

Saudi negotiators met with Iran-backed Houthi rebels in the Yemeni capital to hammer out details of a long-term truce that could pave the way toward a lasting peace after eight years of war, officials said.

Wall Street Journal Saudi negotiators met with Iran-backed Houthi rebels in the Yemeni capital to hammer out details of a long-term truce that could pave the way toward a lasting peace after eight years of war, officials said. https://www.wsj.com/articles/saudi-arabia-houthis-advance-toward-long-term-cease-fire-in-yemen-afa10c9b

What’s News: World-Wide

Wall Street Journal What’s News: World-Wide https://www.wsj.com/articles/whats-news-world-wide-f7d4befa

A judge’s ruling against the FDA’s approval of the abortion pill could weaken the agency, opening its science-based decisions to court reviews, said lawyers specializing in the matters.

Wall Street Journal A judge’s ruling against the FDA’s approval of the abortion pill could weaken the agency, opening its science-based decisions to court reviews, said lawyers specializing in the matters. https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-the-texas-courts-abortion-pill-ruling-means-for-fda-c117f015

The World Bank Is Getting a New Chief. Will He Pivot Toward Climate Action?

New York Times Under pressure from world leaders, development experts and shareholders, the bank opens its spring meeting on Monday, poised for big changes. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/09/climate/world-bank-ajay-banga.html

The Real-World Costs of the Digital Race for Bitcoin

New York Times Bitcoin mines cash in on electricity — by devouring it, selling it, even turning it off — and they cause immense pollution. In many cases, the public pays a price. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/09/business/bitcoin-mining-electricity-pollution.html

Most Asian Currencies Weaken on Rising Bets for Fed Rate Hike

Wall Street Journal Most Asian currencies weakened against USD in the morning session amid rising bets for a 25bp rate increase at the FOMC’s May meeting, which could boost the appeal of U.S. fixed-income assets and thereby the greenback. https://www.wsj.com/articles/most-asian-currencies-weaken-on-rising-bets-for-fed-rate-hike-eef3cbe4

Wall Street Journal These drugs are so futuristic that even doctors don't know how to handle them https://www.wsj.com/articles/more-amp-raquo-ce9024b9

Ukraine May Run Out of Air Defenses by May, Leaked Pentagon Documents Warn

Wall Street Journal Kyiv is depleting its last reserves of S-300 missiles, making it possible for Russia to achieve air superiority, according to purported Pentagon presentations. https://www.wsj.com/articles/ukraine-may-run-out-of-air-defenses-by-may-leaked-pentagon-documents-warn-b96b0655

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