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The DSR Daily is a daily news podcast cover the foreign policy and national security news. Each weekday morning, Riley Fessler, Minnah Stein, and David Rothkopf will bring you the latest as covered by the best media outlets from around the world.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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May 2, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for May 2, 2023: Russian War Casualties, Janet Yellen's Warning, Biden Meets with Marcos Jr.
The Two Hundred Seventy-Ninth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:US says 20,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war since DecemberU.S. Could Run Out of Cash by June 1, Yellen Warns‘Ironclad’: Biden, Marcos Jr affirm US-Philippines security tiesRussia throws more soldiers into Bakhmut meat grinder ahead of Putin’s Victory Day paradeChina's exit bans multiply as political control tightens under XiPalestinian Khader Adnan dies in Israel jail after 86 days on hunger strikeIsrael launches deadly air raid on Aleppo airport: mediaPas de chat: Lagerfeld’s cat Choupette won’t be at Met Gala Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for May 1, 2023: The Latest Russian Missile Attacks, Sudan Evacuations, Paraguay Elects a President
The two hundred seventy-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.Stories Cited in the Episode:Ukraine says its air defences shoot down 15 Russian missilesHundreds evacuated from Sudan as fighting enters third weekDays after House GOP bill is approved, debt ceiling deadlock continuesRegulators seize ailing First Republic Bank, sell remains to JPMorganErdogan says Turkey has killed suspected ISIL leaderEastern EU countries strike deal with Commission to clear Ukrainian grain glutParaguay's conservatives score big election win, defusing Taiwan fearsParrots learn to make video calls to chat with other parrots, then develop friendships, Northeastern University researchers say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 2023 • 14min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 28, 2023: A Cease-Fire Extension in Sudan, Pence Testifies, Russian Airstrikes, New US Immigration Measures
The Two Hundred Seventy-Seveth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Sudan crisis: Ceasefire extended but fighting continuesPence Appears Before Grand Jury on Trump’s Efforts to Retain PowerRussia kills at least 12 in biggest Ukraine air strikes for nearly two monthsAttack on Burkina Faso military post kills at least 33 soldiersRevealed: Senate investigation into Brett Kavanaugh assault claims contained serious omissions2 US Army helicopters crash in Alaska, killing 3 soldiersU.S. unveils new immigration measures ahead of Title 42's expirationMichigan 7th grader safely brings full school bus to a stop after driver loses consciousness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 27, 2023 • 14min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 27, 2023: US and South Korea Agree to Nuclear Weapons Deal, Debt Ceiling Bill Clears the House, A Chinese Military Site in the UAE
The Two Hundred Seventy-Sixth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Ukraine gains an edge in Kherson as counteroffensive nearsKevin McCarthy Got His Debt Limit Win—Now Comes the Hard PartUS and South Korea agree key nuclear weapons dealAirman Accused of Leak Has History of Racist and Violent Remarks, Filing SaysBuildup resumed at suspected Chinese military site in UAE, leak saysSound of air strikes echoes in Khartoum as US pushes for longer truceWhat is the latest on Netanyahu’s corruption trial?'I thought I was buggin': Roaming peacock bites Bronx man's leg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 26, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 26, 2023: Yoon Visits the White House, Biden Announces Bid, IS Leader Killed in Afghanistan
The Two Hundred Seventy-fifth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:US-South Korea summit: Taiwan, semiconductors on agenda between Joe Biden and Yoon Suk-yeolWhy the Seoul-Tokyo Détente Is Crucial to U.S. StrategySouth Korean President Yoon opens U.S. visit with spotlight on space, mega dealsWith Biden’s 2024 Bid, Kamala Harris Will Be Under More ScrutinyMcCarthy's debt-ceiling bill tests unity of U.S. House RepublicansU.S. is concerned about rivals’ space threats, leaked documents showTaliban kill IS leader behind Kabul airport bombingAttempts to silence journalists increase in Europe: CPJEU warns Rishi Sunak against plan to bypass human rights courtsNew Orleans student accepted to 125 schools, receives $9M in scholarship offers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 25, 2023: A Ceasefire in Sudan, Biden Expected to Announce Re-Election Bid, Tucker Carlson Out at Fox
The Two Hundred Seventy-Fourth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Sudan crisis: Ceasefire between army and RSF appears to holdTucker Carlson is out at Fox News after Dominion lawsuit disclosuresBiden to launch ’24 bid, betting record will top age worriesUkraine’s allies denounce ‘cynical’ Russian meeting at UNGuatemala president pledges strong support for 'Republic of Taiwan'Jury selection to begin in Donald Trump’s civil rape trialIndia to pass China this week as world's most populous nation: UNFamily of bears bounce on trampoline in Connecticut yard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 2023 • 15min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 24, 2023: Sudan Evacuations, Europe's Disunity over China, Orban's response to Ukraine's NATO Bid
The Two Hundred Seventy-Third Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Foreigners evacuated as factions battle in Sudan’s KhartoumWall Street starts to fear a debt limit crisis‘What?!’ Orbán throws cold water on Ukraine’s NATO hopesEurope’s disunity over China deepensExclusive: Czech Republic looks to supply Vietnam more aircraft, radarsAt U.S. behest, Ukraine held off anniversary attacks on RussiaJournalists who have worked in Moscow call for release of Evan GershkovichLittlest intruder: Toddler crawls through White House fence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 21, 2023: The US Assessment of Bakhmut, the UK Deputy Prime Minister’s Resignation, and The Fighting in Sudan Continues
The Two Hundred Seventy-Second Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Ukraine defended Bakhmut despite U.S. warnings in leaked documentsUK Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab resigns after bullying probeSudan clashes continue despite RSF paramilitaries agreeing to Eid ceasefireRussia accidentally bombs own city near UkraineTop EU diplomats head to the English seaside for secret Brexit away daySupreme Court set to decide on access to abortion pillSpaceX’s Starship ‘Learning Experience’ Ends in ExplosionDead birds are flying again — this time, as drones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 20, 2023 • 13min
The DSR Daily Brief for April 20, 2023: More Weapons to Ukraine, NATO Chief visits Ukraine, The Supreme Court Delays Abortion Pill Ruling
The Two Hundred Seventy-First Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:U.S. Sends More Weapons to Ukraine Ahead of Expected CounteroffensiveNATO chief makes first wartime visit to KyivDozens killed in crush at Ramadan charity event in YemenSupreme Court Delays Decision on Abortion Pill, Preserving Access for NowSpaceX takes second shot at launching biggest rocketUS authorizes a new round of Covid-19 boostersExclusive: Pakistan buys its first cargo of discounted Russian crude oilRare baby blue spiral in Alaska skies leaves Northern Lights enthusiasts 'bewildered' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 19, 2023 • 13min
DSR Daily Brief: April 19 2023: Fighting Continues in Sudan, Poland Agrees to Allow Ukrainian Food Shipments Flow Through the Country, South Korea Opens the Door to Military Aid to Ukraine
The Two Hundred Seventieth Episode of the DSR Daily BriefStories Cited in the Episode:Thousands flee Sudan capital as clashes rage despite truceExclusive: South Korea's Yoon opens door for possible military aid to UkraineU.S. Defense Secretary Heads to Europe for Meetings on Aid to UkrainePoland agrees to let Ukrainian food shipments resume across its territoryFox Will Pay $787.5 Million to Settle Defamation SuitChina readies supersonic spy drone unit, leaked document saysWHO warns Covid-19 pandemic still volatile101 skydivers over the age of sixty break world record in California Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


