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Jan 2024
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Why America is worried about the size of...

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The US Navy Secretary has said Britain needs to "re-assess" the size of its armed forces. Plus, hear from one of those inside the room during the world's first execution by nitrogen gas. And our correspondent Richard Spencer explains the evidence used in South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. The World in 10 is a Times of London production bringing you the global news agenda every day in just 10 minutes, as seen through the eyes of our writers and correspondents. For more listen to Times Radio or take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk.

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