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Geopolitics

Why North Korea’s Kim expects the US to come ‘cap in hand’ for Trump talks

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korea fired a volley of ballistic missiles on Saturday, just as US officials were in Seoul exploring ways to reopen talks with the regime that launched t…

Geopolitics

Turkey: Thousands of Imamoglu supporters rally in Istanbul

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

One year after his arrest on terrorism and corruption charges, thousands of supporters of jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu gathered to protest. In a pre-wr…

Geopolitics

Kash Patel admits under oath FBI is buying location data on Americans

The Guardian – World · Europe

Admission came during questioning at Senate intelligence committee worldwide threats hearingThe Federal Bureau of Investigation has started buying location dat…

Geopolitics

Senate votes down measure aiming to limit Trump’s war powers by 53-47 vote

The Guardian – World · Europe

Republicans block resolution to take up the measure, which Democrats vow to bring up ‘again and again and again’Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get n…

Geopolitics

Sadiq Khan urges Labour to campaign on rejoining EU at next election

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mayor of London says returning to EU now more desirable because of economic instability caused by Donald TrumpLabour should go into the next general election p…

Geopolitics

As Cuba struggles with power cuts, how is the island holding up?

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Will Grant reports from the island days after the entire national electric grid collapsed.

Geopolitics

Afghan evacuees in limbo in Qatar camp accuse US of betrayal

BBC News – World · Europe

More than 1,100 Afghans evacuated by the US fear their route to promised resettlement is closed for good.

Geopolitics

US intelligence chief says Iran's regime 'intact' but 'degraded'

BBC News – World · Europe

Lawmakers pressed intelligence officials about the Iran war, and if the Islamic Republic had posed an imminent threat.

Geopolitics

2 Charged With Surveillance for Iran on London’s Jews

The New York Times – World · US

The suspects are accused of gathering information last summer on targets linked to the city’s Jewish community.

Geopolitics

Days of Anger and Fear for Iranians Living With Waves of Airstrikes

The New York Times – World · US

Residents in Tehran and elsewhere say the attacks come at all hours and rock the ground.

Geopolitics

Iran Turns Out for Funeral for Those Killed in Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

Some died in Iran, others on a sea far from home. They were honored together Wednesday at a procession in Tehran.

Geopolitics

Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Wednesday

The New York Times – World · US

A day of strikes on energy facilities and testimony in Washington to members of Congress.

Geopolitics

Iranian Missile Attack Leaves 3 Palestinians Dead in West Bank

The New York Times – World · US

Several others were injured in the strike, which hit a caravan being used as a hair salon in the town of Beit Awwa, according to Palestinian officials.

Geopolitics

Bahrain tells residents to take shelter as Middle East conflict escalates

Times of India – World · India

Bahrain's siren system blares, urging residents to seek immediate shelter. This alert signals a serious escalation in the ongoing Iran vs US-Israel war. Emerge…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis: CBSE announces new evaluation rules for Gulf students

Times of India – World · India

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, CBSE has cancelled Class 10 board exams in Gulf countries, impacting over 50,000 students. A new evaluation scheme use…

Geopolitics

‘Not our war’: Europe says no to Trump

The Hindu – World · India

Europeans have long been wary that angering Trump could mean he cuts them loose on Ukraine or tries to force Kyiv to accept a deal that favours Moscow

Geopolitics

Cuba’s leader says U.S. aggression would meet ‘impregnable resistance’

The Hindu – World · India

The Trump administration is looking for Mr. Díaz-Canel to leave as the U.S. continues negotiating with the Cuban government

Geopolitics

U.S. intel official says Iran's regime still intact but refuses to discuss talks with Trump about war

The Hindu – World · India

The statement was notable given Mr. Trump’s repeated assertions that a war with Iran was necessary to head off what he said was an imminent threat from the Isl…

Geopolitics

India, Pakistan ties ‘remain a risk’ for nuclear conflict: U.S. Intelligence

The Hindu – World · India

The report stated that “President Trump’s intervention de-escalated the most recent nuclear tensions”

Geopolitics

Iran can still attack US interests, government appears intact, spy chief Gabbard says

South China Morning Post – World · China

Iran’s government has been degraded since the war began on February 28, but it ⁠appears to be intact and Tehran and its proxies remain capable of attacking US …

Geopolitics

US to require up to $15,000 bond for visa applicants from 12 new countries

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump administration has introduced measures meant to restrict both legal and illegal immigration to the US.

Geopolitics

US intel chief Gabbard says Iran was not rebuilding enrichment prior to war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Gabbard's testimony contradicts one of several justifications Trump has given for launching war with Iran.

Geopolitics

Top US spy accused of omitting Iran intel that contradicts Trump

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Top US spy was accused of altering testimony on Iran, omitting details that contradict Trump’s threat claims.

Geopolitics

Delcy Rodriguez replaces Venezuela’s Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

General Vladimir Padrino spent 11 years as the country's defence minister, acting as a key ally of Nicolas Maduro.

Geopolitics

Israel holding more than half of Palestinian child detainees without charge

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rights group says Palestinian children consistently report 'appalling and debilitating conditions' in Israeli prisons.

Geopolitics

Iranians burn Trump, Netanyahu effigies at warship victim rally

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranians in Tehran burned effigies of Israeli PM Netanyahu and US President Trump.

Geopolitics

Tulsi Gabbard tells Senate panel US strikes on Iran are strategic success

The Guardian – World · Europe

National intelligence director says Iran’s conventional military projection capabilities had been ‘largely destroyed’Sign up for the Breaking News US email to …

Geopolitics

Starmer plans to ease impact of immigration policy changes after backlash from Labour MPs

The Guardian – World · Europe

PM will consider exempting large numbers from proposed changes, which would leave people waiting 10 years for settled statusKeir Starmer is hoping to soften th…

Geopolitics

Watch: Gabbard faces scrutiny over Iran nuclear intelligence claims

BBC News – World · Europe

The US Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, was questioned over what Democrats perceive as a discrepancy between White House and intelligence comm…

Geopolitics

Five takeaways from Markwayne Mullin's Homeland Security confirmation hearing

BBC News – World · Europe

The agency Mullin is vying to run entered its fifth week without funding, and concerns surrounding the budget loomed over questions.

Geopolitics

Israel destroys river bridges in southern Lebanon

BBC News – World · Europe

The health ministry says that 968 people, including more than 100 children, have been killed since 2 March.

Geopolitics

Why Trump Keeps Saying ‘Nuclear’

The New York Times – World · US

Our national security reporter David E. Sanger describes how President Trump is considering a risky commando operation at an Iranian nuclear site.

Geopolitics

Iran Maintains Near-Total Internet Blackout Amid U.S.-Israeli Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

As the war has stretched into its third week, the Iranian government has blocked internet access for most of its 92 million citizens.

Geopolitics

Empowering Iran’s Hard-liners

The New York Times – World · US

U.S.-Israeli attacks helped ultraconservatives cement power. That could make ending the war tougher.

Geopolitics

Rajya Sabha bids farewell to 59 MPs; PM says no full stops in politics

Times of India – World · India

- PM Modi addresses retiring Rajya Sabha MPs, emphasizing no end to political involvement. - Highlights continuity in governance despite members' departure. …

Geopolitics

Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missiles could potentially target U.S.: Tulsi Gabbard

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. top intelligence official said that North Korea’s ICBMs can already reach U.S. soil, and it is committed to expanding its nuclear arsenal

Geopolitics

President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US presidents have long bypassed Congress's authority and dissenting lawmakers have often tried to fight back.

Geopolitics

Gunshots disperse crowd during Persian New Year festivities in Tehran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A crowd celebrating Chaharshanbe Suri in Tehran were forced to flee after gunshots disrupted their event.

Geopolitics

Trump temporarily waives century-old shipping law amid rising fuel costs

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Lifting the Jones Act temporarily allows foreign ships to transport cargo across the US, but critics question efficacy.

Geopolitics

The US right wing can forgive Trump for anything – except his deeply unpopular war

The Guardian – World · Europe

Iran war has split some Maga conservatives from Trump and alienated young voters. What will it mean in the midterms?This was originally published in This Week …

Geopolitics

Starmer claims Tory party has ‘problem with Muslims’ after Nick Timothy tweet

The Guardian – World · Europe

PM calls on Kemi Badenoch to sack justice spokesperson after he called public prayers as ‘act of domination’Keir Starmer has claimed the Conservative party “ha…

Geopolitics

Starmer unlikely to allocate more time for assisted dying bill, ministers believe

The Guardian – World · Europe

PM said to be wary of opening up new divisions among Labour MPs by giving bill time in next session of parliamentSenior ministers believe Keir Starmer will not…

Geopolitics

Supporters of Scotland’s assisted dying bill frustrated by lack of backing from Labour MSPs

The Guardian – World · Europe

Just three of Labour’s 20 MSPs in Holyrood voted for bill, despite support for legislation in House of CommonsSupporters of Scotland’s assisted dying bill said…

Geopolitics

As Trump shows lack of direction on Iran, even Badenoch distances herself

The Guardian – World · Europe

Steady UK opposition to the war and the US president’s insults mean MPs are finding it easier to point out the obviousWhen is a U-turn definitely a U-turn? To …

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: Israel strike on Iranian gas field reportedly coordinated with US; Tehran confirms intelligence minister killed

The Guardian – World · Europe

UAE and Qatar condemn targeting of South Pars gas field; Esmail Khatib confirmed killedIran threatens Gulf energy facilities after Israeli attack on its larges…

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