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Geopolitics

'They are talking sense': Trump says Iran 'agreed to not have nuclear weapon'

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with focus on accuracy, depth, and timeliness. - Committed to delivering nuanced unde…

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Fire at Kuwait airport after drones hit fuel tank

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a peace plan to Iran; Tehran announced that it will let “non-hostile” oil vessels go through the Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitics

Why is Trump asking for Europe’s help in war on Iran?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Former French Ambassador to the US Gerard Araud argues that Europe is right to avoid the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Geopolitics

Russia hits Ukraine with rare daytime barrage as new offensive begins

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy warns that Kyiv faces a deficit of missiles as Washington is focused on its war on Iran.

Geopolitics

Iranian missiles cause injuries and major damage across Israel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran released a video showing the launch of missiles as a new wave targeted areas across Israel.

Geopolitics

Iraq to summon US, Iran envoys over deadly attacks: PM’s office

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iraqi government says it plans to deliver 'formal notes of protest' amid recent strikes tied to US-Israeli war on Iran.

Geopolitics

Tangled trail probably leads from Golders Green ambulance attack to Tehran

The Guardian – World · Europe

British investigators are circumspect but experts and security officials say incident has hallmarks of Iranian intelligenceMiddle East crisis – live updatesFro…

Geopolitics

UK offers to host international summit on reopening strait of Hormuz

The Guardian – World · Europe

Defence chiefs have been discussing how to unblock the conduit for about a fifth of the world’s oil suppliesThe UK has offered to host an international securit…

Geopolitics

Lebanon Expels Iranian Envoy as Rift With Tehran Deepens

The New York Times – World · US

The decision by Lebanon’s foreign ministry has heightened fears of internal instability. Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militant group and political party, was …

Geopolitics

United States Said to Have Sent Iran a Plan to End the Middle East War

The New York Times – World · US

The 15-point plan was delivered via Pakistan, whose army chief has emerged as the key interlocutor between the United States and Iran, officials say.

Geopolitics

Russia Launches Daytime Attack on Ukraine With Over 500 Drones

The New York Times – World · US

The assault, which came after overnight strikes across the country, was one of the largest of the war, the Ukrainian authorities said.

Geopolitics

No one country can ensure balance of power in Asia, India’s role indispensable: US official

Times of India – World · India

The US is shifting its India strategy towards a pragmatic, interest-driven approach, emphasizing strength and collaboration for Indo-Pacific stability. Unders…

Tech & Startups

What You Need to Know About the Foreign-Made Router Ban in the US

Wired · Global

The FCC just banned the sale of new consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers manufactured outside the US. Here’s what it means for you.

Geopolitics

4 dead as Russia fires nearly 400 drones at Ukraine with signs spring offensive has begun

South China Morning Post – World · China

A major Russian drone and missile attack on civilian areas of Ukraine killed four people and injured at least 35, officials said Tuesday, while Moscow’s army s…

Geopolitics

Who wins what in the EU's new trade deal with Australia?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Squeezed by Trump's tariffs and China's industrial muscle, the EU and Australia bury old trade disputes to finalize a long-delayed free trade deal.

Geopolitics

Lebanon's humanitarian crisis worsens as fighting continues

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is continuing and Israel has announced it may occupy Lebanon's south long term. What is at stake for hundreds of thou…

Geopolitics

Iran war shows norms of international conflicts have been overturned

BBC News – World · Europe

US threats against energy infrastructure, and Iran's retaliation on its Gulf neighbours, signal a clear change.

Geopolitics

Russian Oil Shipment Puts Focus on Kremlin Spy Outpost in Cuba

The New York Times – World · US

Moscow may be challenging President Trump’s effort to choke Cuba’s economy. China also has suspected listening posts on the island.

Geopolitics

Reopening the Strait of Hormuz will be difficult without a deal with Iran.

The New York Times – World · US

- U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran, with Iran retaliating, have caused widespread damage across the Middle East, highlighted by maps showing conflict zones. …

Geopolitics

Qatar Is Not Mediating U.S.-Iran Talks, Foreign Minister Says

The New York Times – World · US

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry warned that the regional security system has been shattered, as the war has destroyed trust between Gulf countries and Iran.

Geopolitics

The U.S. Military Said It Helped Bomb a Drug Camp in Ecuador. It Was a Dairy Farm.

The New York Times – World · US

The Times visited a village where the United States and Ecuador said they destroyed an armed group’s training camp. Residents said it was actually a dairy farm.

Geopolitics

'Eye for a head': Iran threatens US, sets tough conditions for ending war

Times of India – World · India

Iran issued a severe warning to Donald Trump, stating that any attack on its infrastructure would result in an "eye for a head" response, potentially paralyzin…

Geopolitics

Why military base on contested Paracels will be of ‘limited’ value to Beijing

South China Morning Post – World · China

The strategic value to Beijing of a new military base in the contested Paracel Islands is likely to be limited, according to Chinese observers, as the South Ch…

Geopolitics

Are efforts to broker peace deal between Iran and US doomed to fail?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Backchannel talks between the United States and Iran are unlikely to result in a breakthrough, according to Chinese analysts, who said the core conditions for …

Geopolitics

Pakistan ‘ready to host US-Iran talks’: Can latest peace push work?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pakistan, Turkiye and Egypt are trying to broker talks. Analysts caution the chasm between the US and Iran remains wide.

Geopolitics

Israeli strike hits Tyre during Al Jazeera report

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

An Al Jazeera journalist's report was disrupted by an Israeli missile striking a waterfront building in Lebanon’s Tyre.

Geopolitics

Shifting alliances shape Horn of Africa tensions

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Regional rivalries involving Gulf and Middle Eastern countries are influencing security dynamics in the Horn of Africa.

Geopolitics

Russia launches fresh wave of strikes on civilian areas across Ukraine

The Guardian – World · Europe

Moscow appears to step up spring offensive amid concerns international focus on Iran war leaves Kyiv more vulnerableRussia has launched a fresh wave of missile…

Geopolitics

Is Saudi Arabia calling the shots? Crown Prince MBS urging Trump to keep Iran war alive - report

Times of India – World · India

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is reportedly urging US President Trump to escalate military action against Iran, viewing it as a chance to reshape the …

Geopolitics

What are Iran's terms for peace? Trump may not like the answer

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news coverage with expertise and passion, focusing on diverse international events. - Committed to accuracy, depth, a…

Geopolitics

India an ‘essential’ U.S. partner in Indo-Pacific, its rise is good for American interests, says top Pentagon official

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. Assistant Secretary Elbridge Colby says India and U.S. can live with their differences; makes no mention of Quad

Geopolitics

Pakistan seeks to mediate talks with US, Iran in Islamabad

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pakistan is making a push to mediate talks to end the US-Israel war against Iran, with its powerful army chief holding calls with President Donald Trump to fin…

Geopolitics

Iran says no talks with US, calls Trump statements a ‘bluff’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranian officials have dismissed statements by Trump as a ‘bluff’, denying any direct or indirect talks with the US.

Geopolitics

Accountability for international humanitarian law is a ‘thing of the past’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Former ICC prosecutor Geoffrey Nice says the US-Israel warns that holding powerful states accountable is ‘unrealistic'

Geopolitics

Lebanon declares Iranian ambassador persona non grata amid Israeli attacks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Lebanese Foreign Ministry summons envoy to Iran, citing breaches of diplomatic protocol by Tehran.

Geopolitics

Israeli forces blow up mosque minaret in southern Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video shows Israeli forces blowing up a mosque's minaret in Khiam in southern Lebanon.

Geopolitics

Adviser questions US justification for war on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Brian Finucane says US intelligence failed to substantiate claims of an ‘imminent threat’ from Iran

Geopolitics

Qatar’s foreign affairs ministry stresses need for regional coexistence

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Qatar’s foreign affairs ministry spokesman said that coexistence in the region is essential despite Iranian attacks.

Geopolitics

What are Iran’s cluster munitions that are penetrating Israeli defences?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Cluster bombs disperse munitions over a wide area and are particularly dangerous for civilians, analysts say.

Geopolitics

Germany laments Trump's 'avoidable, unnecessary' Iran war

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Marking 75 years since the Foreign Ministry's post-war reformation, Germany's president and foreign minister warned of "profound change" in ties with Berlin's …

Geopolitics

King Charles made patron of charity protecting Jewish communities

The Guardian – World · Europe

Charles announced as patron of Community Security Trust hours after attack on another Jewish charity’s ambulancesKing Charles has been made patron of a charity…

Geopolitics

Pakistan’s army chief attempts to broker Iran peace talks in call with Trump

The Guardian – World · Europe

Diplomatic sources say negotiations in Islamabad may begin next week, though no formal agreement is in placeMiddle East crisis – live updatesPakistan’s militar…

Geopolitics

'Kill network': China sees red as Japan deploys upgraded long-range Type-12 missiles

Times of India – World · India

China's PLA has condemned Japan's planned deployment of upgraded Type-12 missiles, warning of a "kill network" targeting coastal and inland areas. This move, a…

Geopolitics

Lebanon withdraws accreditation of Iran’s Ambassador, orders him to leave country

The Hindu – World · India

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Denise Rahme told The Associated Press that Iran's Embassy will still have a Charge d'Affaires to head its diplomatic mission

Geopolitics

Israel’s military to occupy swathe of southern Lebanon, Defence Chief says

The Hindu – World · India

Israel’s strikes on Lebanon have caused widespread destruction across the country’s south and parts of the capital, Beirut, and have killed more ‌than 1,000 pe…

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