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May 2025
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Why is Hungary leaving the International...

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In today’s episode, we cover why Hungary is leaving the ICC, the EU’s agreement to lift sanctions on Syria, international calls for Israel to halt its offensive in Gaza, and the new UK/EU sanctions on Russia


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✍️ Hungary Votes to Withdraw from ICC



✍️ EU Reaches Deal to Lift Sanctions on Syria



✍️ UK, France and Canada Call on Israel to Halt Its Gaza Military Offensive



✍️ UK and EU Announce New Sanctions on Russia



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