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Geopolitics

Iran war: Will Southeast Asia opt for pragmatism?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Southeast Asian governments have largely struck a cautious tone after the joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran, even as the conflict widens across the Middle East …

Geopolitics

Timelapse shows change in the flow of ships in the Strait of Hormuz

BBC News – World · Europe

A timelapse of marine traffic shows the flow of ships has decreased in the Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Global order is 'breaking down', Carney tells Australian parliament

BBC News – World · Europe

The Canadian prime minister said Australia and Canada should work together as 'strategic cousins'.

Geopolitics

NATO’s chief downplays the risks that the alliance will be drawn into the conflict.

The New York Times – World · US

- Israel launched "broad-scale" strikes on Iran’s infrastructure in Tehran and Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, escalating regional conflict. - U.S. claims Iran…

Geopolitics

Fallout From Mideast Swirls Over the War in Ukraine

The New York Times – World · US

Three-way peace talks are on hold, and Kyiv fears that U.S. air defense systems it needs to counter Russia could be diverted to the Iran conflict.

Geopolitics

As Iran Widens Retaliatory Strikes, Europe Accelerates Response for Gulf Allies

The New York Times – World · US

Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said that Italy would provide “air defense systems, anti-drone and antimissile systems” as Iran widened its retaliatory strikes.

Geopolitics

Fueled by anxiety, exhausted Iranians cross the border into Turkey.

The New York Times – World · US

- Israel launched large-scale strikes on Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon, intensifying regional conflict amid U.S. claims of reduced Iranian missile retaliation.…

Geopolitics

Live Updates: Europe Ramps Up Response as Iranian Crisis Spills Beyond Mideast

The New York Times – World · US

Italy pledged air defense weapons to help Gulf nations defend against Iran’s retaliatory attacks. Iranian drones landed in Azerbaijan, a day after NATO shot do…

Geopolitics

Indian Navy launches search, rescue operations after distress call from Iranian ship near Sri Lanka

The Hindu – World · India

According to the Indian Navy, the ship was operating about 20 nautical miles west of Galle in the SAR region under Sri Lankan responsibility

Geopolitics

US sinking of Iranian warship near Sri Lanka sparks regional anxiety, pressure on India

South China Morning Post – World · China

The sinking of an Iranian warship by a US submarine off Sri Lanka’s coast has raised concerns across South and Southeast Asia that the Middle East conflict may…

Geopolitics

Iran thanks Chinese public after US-Israeli air strikes prompt online wave of sympathy

South China Morning Post – World · China

The deadly US-Israeli military strikes on Iran have triggered an outpouring of public sympathy and support in China, with many social media users condemning th…

Geopolitics

Italy to send aid to Gulf states and Cyprus after Iranian strikes

South China Morning Post – World · China

Italy is planning to send air defence aid to Gulf countries and naval assets to Cyprus after Iranian air strikes, the government said on Thursday, amid concern…

Geopolitics

Azerbaijan vows to respond after Iranian drones injure 4

South China Morning Post – World · China

Azerbaijan warned on Thursday that it was preparing unspecified response measures after a pair of Iranian drones flew across its border and injured four people…

Geopolitics

China boosts diplomatic budget by 9.3% as US leaves ‘fiscal void’

South China Morning Post – World · China

China is expanding its diplomatic budget by 9.3 per cent, the highest increase in three years, signalling Beijing’s plans to consolidate its geopolitical clout…

Geopolitics

A long and troubled trail: Qatar’s IRGC cell arrests strain Iran relations

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Arrests will cause deep rift in Iran's relationship with Qatar, one of its closest interlocutors in Gulf, analysts say.

Geopolitics

Sri Lanka trying to ‘safeguard lives’ on second Iran ship after US attack

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Second warship is heading to same area where a US submarine destroyed an Iranian frigate, killings dozens of sailors.

Geopolitics

Iranian ship asks to dock in Sri Lankan port after US sinking of frigate

The Guardian – World · Europe

Urgent request submitted by vessel after US submarine sank Iranian warship in same area with torpedo on TuesdayMiddle East crisis – live updatesA second Irani…

Geopolitics

Penny Wong refuses to say if any Australian crew onboard US submarine that sank Iranian warship

The Guardian – World · Europe

More than 50 Australian sailors and officers serving across US attack submarine fleet as part of preparations for AukusGet our breaking news email, free app or…

Geopolitics

Iran’s Friends Include China and Russia. But Where are They Now?

The New York Times – World · US

Iran maintains ties with a range of countries, including Turkey, India, Russia and China. Yet in this war, their support is mostly rhetoric.

Geopolitics

Iranian Drones Fall in Azerbaijan as Conflict Spreads Farther Beyond Mideast

The New York Times – World · US

Azerbaijan threatened to retaliate, as the neighbors with a long history of tensions found themselves again at odds.

Geopolitics

Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US sub attack

Times of India – World · India

A second Iranian warship is en route to Sri Lanka after a US submarine destroyed the IRIS Dena frigate, killing 87 sailors. Sri Lanka is discussing Iran's requ…

Geopolitics

'Almost all targets achieved': Pak claims success in Afghanistan conflict

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk employs seasoned journalists and writers to cover global events with diverse perspectives. - Focuses on accuracy, depth, and timeliness to d…

Geopolitics

India condoles Khamenei's death; EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iran's FM

Times of India – World · India

India has formally expressed condolences for the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, with the Foreign Secretary visiting the Iranian Embassy. Amidst escalating reg…

Geopolitics

West Asia conflict: Dubai’s Emirates announces partial resumption of flights

The Hindu – World · India

Over 100 flights will depart from Dubai and return on March 5 and 6, the airlines said

Geopolitics

Raisina Dialogue 2026: U.S. foreign policy is to advance our national interests, says Christopher Landau

The Hindu – World · India

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau emphasises the U.S. commitment to its national interests while advocating for a collaborative partnership with Ind…

Geopolitics

Iran war: What is happening on day six of US-Israel attacks?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

On the sixth day of US-Israeli attacks on Iran, the conflict is escalating as regional tensions rise.

Geopolitics

Where are Iran’s allies? Why Moscow, Beijing are keeping their distance

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Russia and China have condemned the US-Israeli attack on Iran but stopped short of offering military support.

Geopolitics

UK defence secretary flies to Cyprus amid fallout over RAF base drone strike

The Guardian – World · Europe

John Healey meets Cypriot counterpart after Shahed-style drone evaded defences and hit Akrotiri airbase on islandUS-Israel war on Iran – live updatesJohn Heale…

Geopolitics

Spain rejects White House comments that it now backs US-Israel war on Iran – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

The White House press secretary earlier said Spain had agreed to ‘cooperate with the US military’ after Donald Trump threatened to cut trade to SpainNordic cor…

Geopolitics

Carney Says Canada and Australia Can ‘Set the Agenda’ as World Faces ‘Crises’

The New York Times – World · US

The Canadian prime minister is touring the Asia-Pacific to rejuvenate alliances in the wake of the U.S. trade war and President Trump’s calls for Canada’s anne…

Geopolitics

'Will bitterly regret': Iran warns US after IRIS Dena, 'Indian Navy’s guest', sunk by torpedo

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely reporting of int…

Geopolitics

Iran hits Kurdish groups in Iraq as conflict widens

The Hindu – World · India

The strikes, which killed a member from an exiled Iranian Kurdish group, according to a representative, followed a warning from Iranian officials

Geopolitics

Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry

The Hindu – World · India

Sri Lanka on Wednesday (March 4, 2026) said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a U.S. submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - …

Geopolitics

‘War can be so close’: China newlyweds separated by US strikes on Iran during Doha honeymoon

South China Morning Post – World · China

A honeymooning Chinese couple have been separated by the US-Israel strikes on Iran, which caused airspace closures across the Middle East and reportedly affect…

Geopolitics

US did not share details with the UK before attacking Iran, sources say

The Guardian – World · Europe

Donald Trump has also criticised Keir Starmer’s initial decision not to allow the US to use UK military bases in the warThe US did not share exact operational …

Geopolitics

On the Ground in Beirut

The New York Times – World · US

Our Beirut bureau chief, Christina Goldbaum, reports on the escalating conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah, as Israel’s military …

Geopolitics

Iranian sailors recovering in Sri Lankan hospital after U.S. submarine attack, authorities say

The Hindu – World · India

Authorities at the National Hospital ‌in Galle and navy sources said 87 bodies were brought in by ‌military rescuers who responded to an early-morning ‌distres…

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war: Who are the Kurds, why US may align with them?

The Hindu – World · India

With a global population of 30 to 45 million people, they are one of the significant stateless ethnic group.

Geopolitics

Iran’s navy in crosshairs as warship sinking by US submarine ups game

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Iranian warship IRIS Dena was in the Indian Ocean when a Los Angeles-class US attack submarine fired an MK-48 torpedo, setting off a massive explosion that…

Geopolitics

Ukraine war briefing: Russia claims LNG tanker in Mediterranean hit by drones

The Guardian – World · Europe

The Arctic Metagaz had been carrying 61,000 tonnes of liquefied natural gas when it exploded; Ukrainian drones reported to have hit southern Russia. What we kn…

General

How some Americans are turning to private firms to flee the war zone

NBC News – World · US

Some Americans stranded in the Middle East are facing challenges leaving the region as the war with Iran escalates. Many are turning to private companies for a…

Geopolitics

Rockets and drones fly across Iran, Israel; Middle East remains tense — how the war is unfolding

Times of India – World · India

Escalating Middle East conflict sees Israel strike Lebanon and intercept Iranian missiles. A US submarine sank an Iranian warship, while Iran retaliated with s…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis: Is US using Indian ports to strike Iran? MEA fact-checks claim

Times of India – World · India

- India's Ministry of External Affairs denies US claims of using Indian ports to strike Iran. - Reports allege US military activity via Indian ports amid Mid…

Geopolitics

Panama out, but study says China investing US$23.9 billion in world’s seaports

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong operator has lost control of the Panama Canal, one of the world’s most pivotal waterways for merchant ships, but university researchers said this w…

Geopolitics

China evacuates hundreds of citizens from Iran as war worsens

South China Morning Post – World · China

Beijing says more than 470 Chinese nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran as the conflict with the US and Israel escalates. The Chinese embassy is help…

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