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The Christian Science Monitor Daily News Briefing provides an editorially curated perspective on important news of the day. Each issue provides a daily commentary from the editors, abridged versions of five key stories, an Editorial, the Christian Science perspective article, and a Top Headlines column. Insights gained from the Monitor can support and strengthen your prayers for the world. For the latest news and 24/7 access to Monitor content, you can also visit CSMonitor.com.

First, stop the conflict in Gaza. Then help Gaza realize its potential.

Vladimir Putin's actions are costing Russia hearts and minds -- in Ukraine and around the world.

If the skies of Eastern Europe are no longer safe for air travel, the Ukraine crisis has, in effect, become a global crisis.

The world must help stabilize shaky states – for the sake of global security and the safety of the men, women, and children in those states.

Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa have issues with the US-led world economic order. Do they have an alternative? 

The clock is ticking on negotiations over Iran's nuclear program. For the sake of the Middle East, real progress is greatly needed.

If the conflict between Israel and Hamas seems familiar, it is. But there are big differences this time that may prove difficult for Hamas to weather.

Germany and the US have deep ties and extensive common interests. Why strain them by spying?

China and the United States are at odds on important issues, but both know the importance of peaceful dialog over confrontation.

Middle East leaders should themselves work harder for peace. But history shows that a hands-off US policy seldom helps.