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Geopolitics

What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions

BBC News – World · Europe

Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.

Geopolitics

Pakistan defence minister says country in 'open war' with Afghanistan after strikes

BBC News – World · Europe

The latest attacks by Pakistan follow months of clashes between the two countries. despite agreeing to a fragile ceasefire in October.

Geopolitics

Why Are Pakistan and Afghanistan Fighting?

The New York Times – World · US

The renewed violence between the neighboring countries stems from Pakistan’s accusations that Afghanistan’s Taliban government has harbored a militant group.

Geopolitics

A Trump Call Ignited Saudi-U.A.E. Feud

The New York Times – World · US

A request made to President Trump about the war in Sudan is at the heart of a diplomatic dispute between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Geopolitics

US issues evacuation advisory for non-emergency government staff from Israel

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists covers global events with diverse perspectives. - Commitment to accuracy, depth, and timely updates on intern…

Geopolitics

Watch: ‘Open war’: Pakistan launches airstrikes on Kabul, Kandahar

The Hindu – World · India

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar, sharply escalating tensions with Afghanistan’s Taliban government. The Taliban confirmed the strikes but de…

Geopolitics

U.S. allows some embassy staff to leave Israel, citing safety risks

The Hindu – World · India

The embassy did not elaborate ‌on the safety risks leading ‌to the “authorised ⁠departure”, which allows affected ⁠personnel to decide whether to leave.

Geopolitics

Pakistan bombs Kabul: Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pakistani defence minister says Pakistan is waging 'open war' against Afghanistan.

Geopolitics

Pakistan says at 'open war' with Afghanistan amid clashes

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Explosions were reported in Kabul after Afghan forces launched a border offensive late Thursday. Fresh clashes are also being reported near the key Torkham bor…

Geopolitics

‘Our patience has now run out’: Pakistan declares ‘open war’ against Afghanistan after cross-border attack – live news

The Guardian – World · Europe

Pakistani forces launched airstrikes against military targets in the Afghan capital, Kabul, as well as other provinces close to the borderUN human rights chief…

Geopolitics

Russia and Ukraine agree local ceasefire to allow repairs at Europe’s largest nuclear plant – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

The plant relies on external power to keep its nuclear material cool and avoid a catastrophic accidentIt’s six weeks until Hungary will go to the polls and Vik…

Geopolitics

'They seized everything': Yemen's Houthi rebels drive aid groups to the brink

BBC News – World · Europe

Aid groups - a lifeline for millions of Yemenis - are being squeezed out of existence in areas under the control of the rebels, the BBC hears.

Geopolitics

With Possible Strike Looming, U.S. Says Staff Can Leave Israel, and Urges Speed

The New York Times – World · US

In an email to embassy workers Friday morning, Ambassador Mike Huckabee warned them that if they wanted to leave Israel, they “should do so TODAY.”

Geopolitics

‘Cup of patience has overflowed’: Why Pakistan launched strikes on Afghanistan's major cities

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan conducted air strikes on major Afghan cities, including Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia, escalating border tensions. This action follows retaliatory attac…

Geopolitics

Iraq armed group tells fighters to prepare for long Iran-U.S. war

The Hindu – World · India

"Amid American threats and military build-up indicating a dangerous escalation in the region, all fighters must prepare for a potentially long war of attrition…

Geopolitics

Afghanistan-Pakistan ‘open war’: Iran, Russia, China call for dialogue, offer mediation amidst conflict

The Hindu – World · India

Iran offered to help “facilitate dialogue” to resolve the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan

Geopolitics

Canadian PM Carney heads to India on ‘significant’ trip to consolidate ties

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Carney's trip comes at a time when he's looking for new markets for Canadian exports to diversify from the US.

General

Pakistan is in 'open war' with Afghanistan, its defense minister says

NBC News – World · US

PESHAWAR, Pakistan — Pakistan and Afghanistan traded cross-border attacks overnight, government officials from both countries confirmed to NBC News on Friday, …

Geopolitics

Amid Rhetoric About Rupture With U.S., Finland Urges Calm

The New York Times – World · US

“We don’t need a bulldozer,” says Alexander Stubb, Finland’s president and a golf partner of President Trump. “Reform doesn’t mean destruction.”

Geopolitics

LIVE: Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan, fighter jets bomb Kabul

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pakistani and Afghan officials have both declared full military operations as border clashes intensify.

Geopolitics

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,464

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

These are the key developments from day 1,464 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Geopolitics

Columbia student detained by ICE agents to be released after Mamdani–Trump meeting

Times of India – World · India

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met President Donald Trump at the White House. They discussed major housing investments for the city. The meeting also addre…

Geopolitics

'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Taliban military sites. This action followed alleged unprovoked firing from across the border. The opera…

Geopolitics

Canada cannot replace US with China, Carney’s Conservative rival warns

South China Morning Post – World · China

Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said China cannot serve as a substitute for the US, rebuking Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent outreach to the …

Geopolitics

Why are many Western leaders visiting China?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in Beijing, saying he wants to reset ties.

Geopolitics

Afghan Taliban attacks met with Pakistani strikes on Kabul

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The Taliban claimed to have captured several Pakistani checkpoints in border areas, killing and capturing soldiers. Pakistan meanwhile said it launched "strong…

Geopolitics

Pakistan strikes Kabul hours after Afghanistan attack on border troops

The Guardian – World · Europe

Escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours makes a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shakyPakistan carried out airstrikes in Kabul and t…

Geopolitics

American citizen among those killed in Cuba boat shooting, US official says

BBC News – World · Europe

Cuba has accused those on board of planning "an infiltration with terrorist aims” and firing first.

Geopolitics

'Open war': Pakistan's Khwaja Asif warns as border clashes with Afghanistan resume

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan has declared "open war" on the Afghan Taliban government following intense border clashes. Islamabad launched air strikes on key Afghan cities, inclu…

Geopolitics

Cuba says it is communicating with U.S. after fatal boat shooting but seeks more details

The Hindu – World · India

Cuba's government has released a list with the names of the alleged suspects and accused them of planning to invade the island and unleash terrorism

Geopolitics

International doctors forced to leave Gaza over Israeli demands

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Seventeen aid groups have petitioned Israel’s Supreme Court after the government moved to ban 37 NGOs in Gaza.

Geopolitics

US-Iran talks conclude with claims of progress but few details

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Technical discussions to continue in Vienna, but unclear whether differences can be resolved to avoid war.

Geopolitics

Iranian foreign minister says US, Iran moving closer to deal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the US and Iran have moved closer to reaching an agreement.

Geopolitics

Sudan: Is Chad becoming more involved in conflict?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Chad has closed down its border with Sudan saying it does not want the conflict to spread. Experts accuse it, however, of supplying arms to the RSF, one of the…

General

Russia pounds Ukraine with drones and missiles despite peace talks

NBC News – World · US

President Zelenskyy said hundreds of drones and missiles had been used to target Ukrainian infrastructure, with dozens of civilians also wounded, even as deleg…

Geopolitics

15 South Africans Duped Into Fighting for Russia in Ukraine Return Home

The New York Times – World · US

The South African leader said that the men had come home two weeks after he had won agreement from President Vladimir V. Putin.

Geopolitics

India, Israel upgrade ties; PM backs Gaza peace plan

Times of India – World · India

- India and Israel upgraded their relationship to a **special strategic partnership** under PM Modi's leadership. - The partnership emphasizes **enhanced coo…

Geopolitics

Pakistan launches Operation Ghazab Lil Haq after 55 killed in Afghan strikes: What we know so far

Times of India – World · India

- Pakistan launches Operation Ghazab Lil Haq against Afghan Taliban following Kabul's claim of killing 55 soldiers in cross-border strikes. - Tensions escala…

Geopolitics

U.S., Ukraine conclude talks in Geneva as Russia says 'no deadlines' to end war

The Hindu – World · India

Previous rounds of U.S.-led negotiations between Russian and Ukrainian officials in Geneva and Abu Dhabi have failed to yield a compromise, including on the ke…

Geopolitics

Trump U-turn: Is Venezuelan oil really available to Cuba again?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US says it will licence entities to sell the oil to Cuba except those linked to the Cuban government and military.

Geopolitics

Afghanistan says it launches attacks against Pakistan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Afghanistan's Taliban government says attacks kill 'numerous soldiers' as Pakistan reports response by its forces.

Geopolitics

Blood tech: UK’s use of Israeli spyware that helps underpin a genocide

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Despite its public objections to Israel's actions, the UK is buying spyware developed and tested on Palestinians.

Geopolitics

India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defence

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Narendra Modi's visit to Israel has drawn criticism at home amid tensions over Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.

Geopolitics

Why U.S. Allies Are Lining Up to Meet China

The New York Times – World · US

Amid trade disputes with President Trump, leaders of major U.S. allies have been visiting China. Our foreign correspondent David Pierson describes what’s going…

Geopolitics

'15 outposts captured, several Pak soldiers killed': Afghan Taliban launches big offensive

Times of India – World · India

Afghanistan's military has retaliated with strikes against Pakistan following recent Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan soil, which Kabul claims killed dozens of c…

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