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Geopolitics

Japanese ‘military officer’ forces way into Chinese embassy in Tokyo

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Japanese person who claimed to be an active officer of Japan’s Self-Defence Forces illegally and forcibly entered the Chinese embassy in Tokyo, Beijing said.…

Geopolitics

Trump’s energy war over Iran is failing just like his China trade war

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump has initiated an international trade war in which American consumers and businesses are bearing most of the immediate costs, and now …

Geopolitics

Top EU official calls for negotiations with Iran and an end to war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen has called for negotiations with Iran and an end to hostilities.

Geopolitics

Iran War Live Updates: Israel Reports Missile Damage in Tel Aviv

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump said there had been “very strong talks” with Iran to end the war, though Iranian officials did not confirm that. Israel continued its campaign …

Geopolitics

'Asim Munir spoke to Trump': Is Pakistan emerging as backchannel in Iran war?

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan is positioning itself as a key mediator in the US-Israel-Iran conflict, with its army chief and prime minister engaging in separate calls with US and …

Geopolitics

Is Ghalibaf Iran’s next leader backed by US? Who Trump is really talking to

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with dedication, providing diverse perspectives round the clock. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness …

Geopolitics

China alleges Tokyo embassy break-in, protests to Japan

The Hindu – World · India

China is “deeply shocked” by the incident, said a ministry spokesperson, urging Tokyo ‌to conduct a thorough investigation, punish those responsible and provid…

Geopolitics

US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 25 of attacks?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump claims talks on with Iran, as he holds off on energy attacks, but Tehran denies any negotiations.

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Pakistan moves to mediate between the U.S. and Iran as Trump says he's 'giving it five days'

NBC News – World · US

Pakistan is joining a growing list of countries acting as go-betweens for the United States and Iran, four sources told NBC News, with two of those sources say…

Geopolitics

Middle East tensions to escalate? Saudi, UAE take steps to join war

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news and diverse perspectives through dedicated journalists and writers. - Focus on accuracy, depth, and timeliness t…

Geopolitics

Watch: ‘Unacceptable’: EU President slams Iran for Strait of Hormuz tensions

The Hindu – World · India

- EU President calls Iran's actions in Strait of Hormuz "unacceptable" amid rising tensions. - Concerns over Iran's naval activities threatening the strait's…

Geopolitics

Iran war: US and Iran at odds over peace talks

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Turkey, Pakistan and Egypt are emerging as potential regional mediators. Follow DW for more.

Geopolitics

Ukraine war briefing: Russia setting up long-range drone bases in Belarus, Zelenskyy says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ukraine president vows to respond to move that would draw Belarus more directly into the war; EU anger at Hungary over Russia information sharing. What we know…

Geopolitics

Pakistan Dials Up Its Information War

The New York Times – World · US

New, friendly media operations and expanded state-run television are pushing Pakistan’s message while independent news outlets face repression.

Geopolitics

Are US-Iran talks happening in Pakistan? What White House said

Times of India – World · India

The White House has not confirmed reports of potential meeting between US and Iranian officials in Islamabad, calling the situation sensitive and fluid. Mediat…

Geopolitics

US faces critical shortage of China expertise within a decade, report warns

South China Morning Post – World · China

The United States will face a “critical shortage” of China expertise within a decade that threatens to leave policymakers struggling to manage Washington’s mos…

Geopolitics

When it comes to the Persian Gulf, China’s top priority is economics

South China Morning Post – World · China

Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference at the annual “two sessions” on March 8 was the Chinese government’s most authoritative statement on the war on Ira…

Geopolitics

Have Israel, the US and Iran violated international law?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Civilian targets have been struck by all three warring parties.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s peace talk claims are ‘fake news’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran's Revolutionary Guard calls Trump a 'deceitful American president', accuses him of 'contradictory behaviour'.

Geopolitics

Australia and EU strike free trade deal

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The European Union and Australia have agreed on a sweeping new trade deal, compromising to boost exports in the face of global uncertainty over trade.

Geopolitics

Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola

BBC News – World · Europe

A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.

Geopolitics

2 India-flagged tankers clear Hormuz; Iran denies taking ransom

Times of India – World · India

Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, carrying substantial cooking gas, successfully navigated the war-torn Strait of Hormuz. This marks the…

Geopolitics

EU and Australia agree on text of free trade pact, announce a new defence partnership

The Hindu – World · India

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed the agreement at the Australian Parliament House after…

Geopolitics

Ukraine strikes key Russian oil port and refinery

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Ukraine said it hit a key Russian oil terminal at Primorsk and a refinery in Ufa on Monday.

Geopolitics

Moment missile strikes shortly after Israeli president’s visit

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel's president was forced to take cover as a missile struck nearby shortly after he gave a press conference.

Geopolitics

Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Indian authorities accuse six Ukrainians and an American of supporting insurgent groups along the India-Myanmar border. Ukraine suggests that the case might be…

Geopolitics

Surprise US talks with Iran’s fractured leadership offer uncertain path out of conflict

The Guardian – World · Europe

Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf at first dismissed talks took place, insisting Trump’s claim was ‘fake news’ designed to soothe markets Middle East crisis – l…

Geopolitics

Israeli strike on Lebanon bridge raises fears of ground invasion

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Lebanon fears that Israel’s attack on Qasmiyeh Bridge could be a “prelude to a ground invasion”.

Geopolitics

EU calls for clarification after Hungary accused of leaking info to Russia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Germany calls the allegations 'very serious', as Hungary's PM Viktor Orban orders probe into alleged 'wiretapping'.

Geopolitics

EU reacts to 'concerning' report of Hungarian leak to Russia

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The European Union and Germany have expressed concern at reports of Hungary's foreign minister briefing Russia on EU talks. Prime Minister Viktor Orban has lau…

Geopolitics

Israel launches new strikes on Tehran as Trump pauses Iran energy attacks

The Guardian – World · Europe

Israeli military says it will continue operations in line with Israeli government directives until told otherwiseMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe Israeli m…

Geopolitics

Trump Delays Energy Strikes, but Iran’s Infrastructure is Already Battered

The New York Times – World · US

U.S. and Israeli attacks on power plants and other civilian infrastructure risk escalating the conflict across the region, and angering Iranians who oppose the…

Geopolitics

'No direct talks, buying time': What Iran has said on Trump's claims

Times of India – World · India

President Trump on Monday claimed "productive" talks with Iran, suggesting a potential deal. However, Iranian authorities denied any negotiations, accusing the…

Geopolitics

U.S. military pause on Iran’s attack: India closely monitors developments

The Hindu – World · India

The announcement led to cooling of oil prices with benchmark Brent Crude futures (May) slipping more than 12%

Geopolitics

What if US ground forces march into Iran? Chinese experts weigh the risks

South China Morning Post – World · China

Potential US ground operations against Iran might constrain Tehran, but the prospects for reopening the Strait of Hormuz were “highly uncertain”, Chinese analy…

Geopolitics

Energy, water, bonds: What are Iran’s targets if Trump hits power plants?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Donald Trump's Strait of Hormuz deadline for Iran raises concerns about attacks on energy in the Middle East.

Geopolitics

US' and Iran's options for ending war narrow the longer it goes on

BBC News – World · Europe

Iran shows no sign of climbdown, while air power alone cannot achieve the US' main goal.

Geopolitics

Iran attempted to attack a far-off military base.

The New York Times – World · US

- Maps show U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran, with Iran retaliating. The conflict spans multiple countries, covering much of the U.S. in total land area. - …

Geopolitics

‘No dispute about it’: Beijing defends construction on Paracel Islands in South China Sea

South China Morning Post – World · China

Beijing has defended ongoing land-reclamation activities in the contested Paracel Islands in the South China Sea, saying they are aimed at improving living con…

Geopolitics

‘Sahel is no longer fooled’ Niger civil society leader

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Niger civil society leader Abdourahamane Oumarou has called for mass protests across Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger.

Geopolitics

‘NATO joining US-Israel’s war on Iran is between slim and none’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

‘NATO joining US-Israel's war on Iran is between slim and none’

Geopolitics

‘False flag attack’: Iran denies claims it fired missiles at Diego Garcia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Esmaeil Baghaei denies the long-range missile attack, which could change the calculus of the war for US allies.

Geopolitics

China-North Korea transit relaunch points to better ties

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Passenger air and rail links are being restored between China and its North Korean ally as geopolitical upheavals add new impetus to improving the relationship…

Geopolitics

Ghosts in Hormuz: How 'zombie’ ships are slipping through the Gulf blockade

Times of India – World · India

Two "zombie ships," sailing under the identities of scrapped vessels, have reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating Middle East tensions. This…

Geopolitics

Watch: NATO chief: 22-nation group forming to secure Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu – World · India

- NATO chief announces 22-nation group to secure Strait of Hormuz. - Strait of Hormuz is critical for global oil trade. - Initiative aims to enhance region…

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