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Two Years On From Kursk Offensive, Now Ukraine Has Real Leverage

Kyiv once tried to seize a piece of Russia ahead of peace negotiations. Now it's building something far harder to take back.

  • Ukraine now holds real leverage in negotiations with Russia, two years after Kursk Offensive.
  • Shifted strategy focuses on deep strikes using drones and missiles, not holding occupied land.
  • US seeks Ukrainian technology for military testing, recognizing Kyiv's increased power.

Mamdani Has Broken New York’s Jewish Political Consensus

Mamdani’s reception among Satmar Jews reveals New York’s fractured Jewish consensus over Israel, Zionism and communal power.

  • Mayor Zohran Mamdani challenges New York's traditional Jewish political consensus.
  • Jewish groups align with Mamdani for diverse reasons, reflecting a fragmented political landscape.

H-1B Visa Filings Are Surging in Texas

H-1B visa demand fell across most of the U.S., but Republican-held Texas suburbs drove the eight fastest-growing districts.

  • H-1B visa filings in Texas surged 242% in Third Congressional District.
  • Similar 217% growth in neighboring 26th District represented by Brandon Gill.
  • Texas surge attributed to Trump-era restrictions affecting H-1B applications.

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