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British Historian Timothy Garton Ash Wins 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Social Sciences
The British historian, journalist and essayist Timothy Garton Ash has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Social Sciences for his chronicling of Europe's democratic struggles and his defense of liberal values.

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Zelensky proposes face-to-face Putin talks
Zelensky sends an open letter proposing direct peace talks in a neutral venue, while the Kremlin responds that Putin has not yet read the document.

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British Historian Timothy Garton Ash Wins 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Social Sciences