Geopolitics
Qatar expels Iranian attaches after LNG facility strike
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Qatar is expelling Iran’s military and security attaches after Iranian missiles caused “extensive damage” to Ras Laffan.
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Geopolitics
UK's King Charles praises UK‑Nigeria 'partnership of equals' on Tinubu state visit
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Bola Tinubu became the first Nigerian president to deliver remarks at Windsor Castle, attending a state banquet held in his honor by King Charles. Tinubu is on…
Geopolitics
The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it?
BBC News – World · Europe
With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.
Geopolitics
Qatar expels Iranian diplomats after strikes on key energy facilities
Times of India – World · India
Qatar expelled key Iranian military and security officials following missile strikes on its energy infrastructure. The Qatari Foreign Ministry declared the att…
Geopolitics
U.S. weighs military reinforcements as Iran war enters possible new phase
The Hindu – World · India
The deployments could help provide Trump with additional options as he weighs expanding U.S. operations, with the Iran war well into its third week
Geopolitics
U.S. eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump seeks to boost world oil supply during Iran war
The Hindu – World · India
The Treasury issued a broad authorization allowing Petróleos de Venezuela S.A., or PDVSA, to directly sell Venezuelan oil to U.S. companies and on global marke…
Geopolitics
Europe says no to Trump’s Iran demands: ‘not our war’
South China Morning Post – World · China
When US President Donald Trump asked countries to join a global effort against Iran and deploy ships to prise open the Strait of Hormuz, whose near closure ha…
Geopolitics
Qatar says Iran missile attack sparks fire, causes damage at gas facility
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Qatar's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns attack that caused 'extensive damage' at the Ras Laffan complex.
Geopolitics
Israel attacks Iran’s major gas field in new escalation
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israel has struck facilities belonging to the world's largest natural gas field in Iran, marking a sharp escalation.
Geopolitics
Strikes Deliver Another Blow to Iran’s Domestic Energy Sites
The New York Times – World · US
The attacks could worsen the severe electricity shortages that Iranians already face.
Geopolitics
PM speaks to Kuwait Crown Prince, condemns Iran attacks
Times of India – World · India
- India maintains strong Gulf ties through PM Modi's call with Kuwait Crown Prince Sabah Al-Khaled. - Engagement highlights ongoing diplomatic and strategic …
Geopolitics
The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO
The Hindu – World · India
The World Trade Organization’s Ministerial Conference must ensure that trade is governed by rules rather than coercion
Geopolitics
Israel doubles troops in Hezbollah fight, searches homes in south Lebanon
The Hindu – World · India
Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese have fled southern Lebanon since Israel ordered people to clear the area south of the Litani River, viewed by Israel as a str…
Geopolitics
Iran threatens Gulf energy targets after Pars gas field struck, sending oil prices higher
South China Morning Post – World · China
Iran’s huge Pars gas field was hit on Wednesday in the first reported strikes on Iran’s Gulf energy infrastructure of the US-Israeli war, prompting Tehran to…
Geopolitics
US assesses mainland China not planning to attack Taiwan in 2027
South China Morning Post – World · China
China does not currently plan to attack Taiwan in 2027 and seeks to control the island without the use of force, the US intelligence community said on Wedne…
Geopolitics
Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to temporary Eid al-Fitr ‘pause’ in conflict
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Pakistani minister says five-day pause, to begin at midnight Thursday, requested by Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye.
Geopolitics
Who will answer for the Iranian schoolchildren killed in Minab?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
An investigation finds the Minab school strike may have been deliberate. Who can hold the US accountable?
Geopolitics
EU weighs options as Israel threatens Lebanon offensive
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
EU officials are warning Israel against a ground offensive in Lebanon. But can they compel Hezbollah to disarm or prevent Israeli military action?
Geopolitics
Pakistan, Taliban agree on strike pause for end of Ramadan
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Cross-border fighting between Pakistan and the Taliban in Afghanistan is set to pause for the end of Ramadan. Leaders in both countries said the truce is condi…
Geopolitics
Trump delays China trip during US-Israel war on Iran
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing was meant to stabilize a fragile ceasefire in the trade and tech conflict with China. Now the war with Iran is reshaping his ag…
Geopolitics
UK says it remains in talks over escorting ships through strait of Hormuz
The Guardian – World · Europe
Officials say military planners liaising with US Central Command but situation remains too dangerous for anything to happen soonMiddle East crisis – live updat…
Geopolitics
Iran threatens Gulf energy facilities after Israeli attack on its largest gasfield
The Guardian – World · Europe
Revolutionary Guards say they will strike infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar after South Pars field hitMiddle East crisis – live updatesBusiness liv…
Geopolitics
Looking for leverage: China keeps close eye on US politics after summit delay
The Guardian – World · Europe
Beijing seeks to decipher effect of Iran war on US midterms and best way to apply pressure when Trump meets XiThe White House said on Wednesday that China had …
Geopolitics
Canada in push for joint G7 and Middle East effort to de-escalate Iran war
The Guardian – World · Europe
Foreign minister Anita Anand says she has drafted principles to reduce risk of regional spillover and wider shocksMiddle East crisis – live updatesCanada is pu…
Geopolitics
'Very difficult to stop': BBC visits scene of Iran cluster bomb strike on Israel
BBC News – World · Europe
An elderly couple was killed after a bomb flew into their apartment in central Israel and exploded.
Geopolitics
Retired Belgian Diplomat, 93, Faces Trial Over 1961 Killing of Congolese Leader
The New York Times – World · US
A Brussels court ruled that Étienne Davignon must stand trial for the murder of Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Geopolitics
Pakistan to Pause Afghanistan Airstrikes for Eid
The New York Times – World · US
At least 143 people were killed in a Pakistani airstrike that hit a drug rehabilitation facility in Kabul on Monday, according to a top U.N. official.
Geopolitics
Iran vows to attack Gulf energy centres after U.S.-Israel strike on its gas field
The Hindu – World · India
IRGC issues “urgent evacuation” orders for people living near oil and gas infra in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE which have become “legitimate targets for Iranian r…
Geopolitics
Pakistan and Afghanistan announce Eid 'pause' in hostilities
The Hindu – World · India
Pakistan’s Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, said the government agreed to a halt to its operations from March 19 to March 23 “in good faith and in keepin…
Geopolitics
Pakistan to pause Afghan strikes for Eid at request of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey
South China Morning Post – World · China
Pakistan announced on Wednesday a pause in strikes against Afghanistan, saying the decision was made ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr at the request …
Geopolitics
Israel says it killed Iranian intelligence chief Khatib
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz said an overnight strike killed Iran’s Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.
Geopolitics
How Dubai and UAE are being affected by Iran attacks and US-Israeli war
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
How Dubai and UAE are being affected by Iran attacks and US-Israeli war
Geopolitics
How the killing of Iran’s Ali Larijani could impact the war
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
How will the killing of Ali Larijani impact Iran’s leadership and the country’s security?
Geopolitics
Iran threatens to strike Gulf energy facilities after South Pars attack
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Qatar foreign ministry spokesman slams Israeli attack on Iran's offshore gasfield as 'dangerous, irresponsible step'.
Geopolitics
US-Israel war with Iran shows fault lines in BRICS alliance
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
As the fallout from the US-Israeli war on Iran widens, BRICS countries face mounting pressure to respond — but internal rifts and competing interests have put …
Geopolitics
US contractors stranded in Iraq under threat of imminent attack: ‘We are sitting ducks’
The Guardian – World · Europe
More than 200 Americans at Balad site say they have no evacuation plan as fears grow of a post-Ramadan assaultSign up for the Breaking News US email to get new…
Geopolitics
Israel Has Killed Esmaeil Khatib, Iran’s Intelligence Minister
The New York Times – World · US
The Israeli military said on Wednesday that it had killed Esmaeil Khatib in an airstrike. Iran confirmed the killing.
Geopolitics
Iran’s South Pars Gas Field Is Attacked, Sending Energy Prices Soaring
The New York Times – World · US
The field is part of a vast gas reservoir shared by Iran and Qatar. The strike appeared to be the most significant attack on an energy site since the U.S.-Isra…
Geopolitics
Eid truce: Pakistan and Afghanistan temporarily halt military operations after deadly Kabul strike
Times of India – World · India
Pakistan has temporarily halted military operations against Afghanistan for Eid, following requests from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. This pause comes amid…
Geopolitics
Iraq collapsed after Saddam. Why killing Iran’s top leaders hasn’t stopped the war
Times of India – World · India
- Priyanka Mukherjee is an Assistant News Editor at The Times of India, managing breaking news, long-form explainers, and newsroom chaos. - She balances stre…
Geopolitics
Stockholm says Iran executed Swede after Tehran announces spy put to death
South China Morning Post – World · China
Sweden’s foreign minister on Wednesday said that Iran had executed a Swedish citizen, after Iranian authorities announced the first execution of a man convicte…
Geopolitics
US trade probes risk alienating Asean, casting doubt on future of deals
South China Morning Post – World · China
The United States’ inclusion of Southeast Asian countries among economic partners it intends to investigate for unfair trade practices is expected to push the …
Geopolitics
Chinese military set for EU and Nato talks as Iran war reshapes global security picture
South China Morning Post – World · China
A delegation from China’s People’s Liberation Army will travel to Brussels next week for talks with the European Union and Nato amid heightened concerns over g…
Geopolitics
‘US and Israel have taken majority of Iran’s ballistic missile capability’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
‘US and Israel have taken the vast majority of Iran’s ballistic missile capability’
Geopolitics
How Iran defied Trump threats to emerge as Strait of Hormuz gatekeeper
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Trump has called on other navies to help open the strait, but countries are instead striking deals with Iran.
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