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Geopolitics

Rubio, G7 diplomats duel over wars in Iran and Ukraine

South China Morning Post – World · China

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Group of Seven counterparts traded barbs over the wars in Iran and Ukraine, casting doubt on Europe bowing to Donald …

Geopolitics

Ukraine fends off increased attacks, strikes Russian oil revenue

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Russia launches possible spring offensive, but makes no significant gains; Ukraine hits oil terminals in response.

Geopolitics

UN rights chief urges US to conclude probe into deadly Iran school attack

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Human Rights Council calls for investigation and hears devastating testimony from grieving mother Mohaddeseh Fallahat.

Geopolitics

Yemenis fear economic consequences of being dragged into US-Iran conflict

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran-allied Houthis yet to get involved in conflict, but could target shipping in Red Sea.

Geopolitics

Ukraine announces ‘mutually beneficial’ defence deal with Saudi Arabia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Kyiv, which has built expertise on how to counter drones, seals pact amid Iran war.

Geopolitics

Merz criticized for selective approach to international law

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Dozens of legal scholars have called on the German government to condemn the US operations in Iran and Venezuela. They argue that if violations of internationa…

Geopolitics

First Thing: Saudi Arabia urging US to keep up Iran attacks, intelligence source confirms

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mohammed bin Salman said to consider war a ‘historic opportunity’ to remake Middle East. Plus, Senate passes funding package for Homeland Security that exclude…

Geopolitics

UN’s landmark slavery ruling energises African Union’s fight for reparations

The Guardian – World · Europe

Despite resistance from states who had role in chattel slavery, many feel this is an idea whose time has comeJohn Mahama knows a thing or two about beating the…

Geopolitics

UN human rights chief calls on US to conclude probe into Iran school strike

BBC News – World · Europe

The strike - which killed at least 168 people, mostly children - "evoked a visceral horror", Volker Türk said.

Geopolitics

Rubio Is Expected to Press G7 Allies Over Strait of Hormuz During Meeting

The New York Times – World · US

The meeting in France is slated to discuss efforts to stop the war in the Middle East, end Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile development, and reopen maritim…

Geopolitics

Ukraine signed a defense cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, Zelensky says.

The New York Times – World · US

- Iranian strike on U.S. base in Saudi Arabia injured 12 troops, two seriously, marking a major breach of defenses. - Israeli strikes hit Iran’s nuclear and …

Geopolitics

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio tries to sell Iran war to sceptical G7 partners after Trump insults allies

The Hindu – World · India

Donald Trump complained bitterly about NATO countries not stepping up to help the U.S. and Israel in the Iran war

Geopolitics

Ukraine, Saudi Arabia agreed to key defence cooperation: Zelenskyy

The Hindu – World · India

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a social media post on Friday (March 27), said the document "lays the foundation for future contracts, technologica…

Geopolitics

WTO meeting in Cameroon signals the rise of a ‘world minus one’ order

South China Morning Post – World · China

In these turbulent times, focusing on the World Trade Organization’s 14th ministerial conference (MC14) in Yaounde, Cameroon, is a bit like trying to focus on …

Geopolitics

German defence minister urges strong US presence in Indo-Pacific amid China concerns

South China Morning Post – World · China

Germany’s defence chief has called on the US to honour its security commitments to the Indo-Pacific and signalled that Berlin will keep raising its military pr…

Geopolitics

UN tells US to swiftly finish probe into ‘visceral’ Iran school bombing

South China Morning Post – World · China

The deadly bombing of an Iranian school spurred “visceral horror”, the UN rights chief said Friday, urging Washington to conclude its probe and demanding justi…

Geopolitics

How extensive is Russia’s military aid to Iran?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Russia has long exchanged weapons with Iran and is likely offering satellite support, but lacks the will to do much more

General

'We don’t sleep': Sailors stranded in Persian Gulf as rockets fly over their heads

NBC News – World · US

Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has trapped the largely invisible workforce that keeps the world’s maritime trade afloat, with 20,000 sailors stuck on …

Geopolitics

Iran War Live Updates: Trump Claims Progress in Talks and Extends Strait of Hormuz Deadline

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump has threatened to attack Iran’s power plants unless it fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil route, by April 6. Israel on Friday laun…

Geopolitics

The silent destructor: How US 'tuna can-sized' mines are impacting Iran's 'missile cities'

Times of India – World · India

Iran accuses the US of dropping anti-tank landmines near a missile facility, causing casualties. Images show BLU-91/B mines, part of the US-made 'Gator' system…

Geopolitics

'Ukraine isn’t our war, yet …': Rubio calls on G7 to help with Hormuz reopening; slams Nato

Times of India – World · India

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized NATO allies for their perceived uneven engagement in global crises, highlighting US contributions to Ukraine while…

Geopolitics

‘Trade deal with India not far-off, but there are still gaps’: U.S. official

The Hindu – World · India

One of the gaps in India-U.S. discussions, as per the U.S. official, is around pulses, with India seeking to safeguard the market for this agricultural commodi…

Geopolitics

European Parliament heads to China after 8 years; members say it’s no sign of giving in

South China Morning Post – World · China

After eight years in the deep freeze, the European Parliament is sending an official delegation to China next week in the clearest sign yet that Beijing’s targ…

Geopolitics

US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 28 of attacks?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump has delayed attacks on Iran's energy facilities by 10 days, claiming talks are going well - though Iran disagrees.

Geopolitics

Two Cuba-bound aid ships missing after leaving Mexico

BBC News – World · Europe

Mexico's navy launches a rescue mission for ships delivering aid to Cuba, strained by food and fuel shortages amid a US embargo.

Geopolitics

Watch: Multiple drones strike U.S. embassy in Baghdad

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. embassy in Baghdad came under attack early Tuesday, March 17, as drones targeted the heavily fortified compound in Iraq’s capital. Eyewitness footage …

Geopolitics

U.S.-Israel-Iran war: List of countries allowed to cross the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu – World · India

Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran virtually blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow shipping lane between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, …

Geopolitics

A way out for the US and Iran? The diplomatic path that could prove China right

South China Morning Post – World · China

Nuclear containment and regional ceasefires are the most viable entry points for potential negotiations between Washington and Tehran, according to a prominent…

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s ships allowed to pass Strait of Hormuz, PM Anwar says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Malaysian leader says oil tankers granted clearance by Iran as government introduces measures to conserve fuel.

Geopolitics

Two aid boats go missing en route to Cuba, says Mexico

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Two humanitarian aid boats with nine people onboard have not reached Havana after setting sail from Mexico. The Mexican navy is now conducting a search and res…

Geopolitics

The German Military Tightens Its Social Media Rules

The New York Times – World · US

Military members sharing clips on Instagram and TikTok have helped recruit badly needed new soldiers, but Bundeswehr officials said they are concerned about se…

Geopolitics

Over 1 million fighters mobilised: How Iran is preparing for possible US ground invasion

Times of India – World · India

Iran has reportedly mobilised over a million fighters, including military personnel and volunteers, amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel. This comes…

Geopolitics

China's top chipmaker has supplied chipmaking tech to Iran military, U.S. officials say

The Hindu – World · India

SMIC, which was added to a trade blacklist in 2020 that restricts its access to U.S. exports, has denied allegations that it ‌has ties to the Chinese military-…

Geopolitics

Is Russia really shaping up as the biggest winner from the Iran war?

South China Morning Post – World · China

The scramble in Asia to secure Russian energy supplies – coupled with the temporary lifting of US sanctions – in the wake of the war in Iran has created a grow…

Geopolitics

Mexico’s navy searches for 2 Cuba-bound aid boats that are missing

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Mexican navy said on Thursday that it was searching for two boats transporting humanitarian aid for Cuba with nine crew of different nationalities on board…

Geopolitics

Japanese combat troops to return to Philippines in ‘significant’ Indo-Pacific defence shift

South China Morning Post – World · China

At least 1,000 Japanese armed combat troops will set foot on Philippine soil next month for the first time in 81 years since World War II. Their return, as par…

Geopolitics

North Korea and Belarus sign friendship treaty on Lukashenko’s first visit

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korea and Belarus’ strongmen leaders signed a “friendship and cooperation” treaty on Thursday after Kim Jong-un gave a lavish welcome to President Alexan…

Geopolitics

WTO holds crunch meeting amid growing uncertainty over multilateral system

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Tariff wars smashed old system, but failure to agree on reforms could see ‘some people writing a new rulebook’.

Geopolitics

Why Iraq is the most fragile front in the US-Israel war on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iraq is under attack from all sides as militias and foreign powers clash.

Geopolitics

EU’s top diplomat urges US to pressure Russia to stop aiding Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The European Union’s Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas says the US needs to pressure Russia to stop assisting Iran.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Trump delays attacks on Iranian energy sector by 10 days

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranian missiles, drones target Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan as Trump says Iran has 'chance to make a deal'.

Geopolitics

Projectile from Lebanon kills at least one in north Israel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video captured flames and black smoke where a projectile from Lebanon killed at least one person in northern Israel.

Geopolitics

Mexico launches search for two missing aid boats bound for Cuba

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mexico’s navy has launched a search operation after two boats carrying humanitarian aid to Cuba went missing.

Geopolitics

Two humanitarian aid boats heading to Cuba have gone missing, Mexico says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Navy searching for two boats that left Isla Mujeres last week bound for Havana with nine crew members of different nationalities on boardMexico’s navy said on …

Geopolitics

Rubio Says Allies Should Help Secure Strait by Iran for Oil and Gas Ships

The New York Times – World · US

The secretary of state said the United States and Iran were passing messages to each other as he headed to France for a diplomatic meeting of the Group of 7 na…

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