Geopolitics
‘We’ll be doing something with Cuba very soon’, Trump says
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
While waging war on Iran, the US president and his secretary of state are demanding a leadership change in Cuba.
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Geopolitics
Experts discuss ‘Israeli strategy’ in killing of senior Iran official Ali L
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ross Harrison joins a panel on what the US and Israel are seeking with their killing of senior Iranian leaders.
Geopolitics
Drone attacks hit near US embassy in Baghdad
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Fires have broken out in Baghdad’s Green Zone after a drone swarm, purportedly launched by Iran-aligned groups.
Geopolitics
Araghchi: Iran’s system holds despite targeted leaders
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iran’s foreign minister is pushing back after the killings of top officials.
Geopolitics
Trump confirms meeting with China’s Xi Jinping delayed as war on Iran rages
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US President Donald Trump delays his trip to Beijing while also seeking China's help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Geopolitics
Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic Senate primary race
The Guardian – World · Europe
The progressive candidate was behind Krishnamoorthi until she got an infusion of cash from Governor PritzkerIllinois lieutenant governor Juliana Stratton won t…
Geopolitics
Democratic voters select House candidates in Illinois after heated primaries
The Guardian – World · Europe
Evanston mayor Daniel Biss and Cook County commissioner Donna Miller were among those who came out on top in the elections ahead of the midtermsDemocratic vote…
Geopolitics
As South Australia’s Liberals struggle to stay in the fight, will their preferences usher in One Nation?
The Guardian – World · Europe
Putting Pauline Hanson’s party above Labor on how-to-vote cards is a gamble for Ashton Hurn’s leadership, with the Liberals facing potential eclipseGet our bre…
General
Trump delays trip to China for 'five or six weeks' while U.S. focuses on Iran
NBC News – World · US
President Donald Trump told reporters Tuesday that he would delay his trip to China for “five or six weeks,” officially pushing the major summit after administ…
Geopolitics
This is what happened on March 17.
The New York Times – World · US
- **Military Escalation**: U.S. and Israel intensified attacks on Iran, with over 5,000 troops deployed in the Middle East, raising fears of a ground invasion.…
Geopolitics
Netanyahu Hopes Strikes on Iran Will Lead to Uprising and Regime Change
The New York Times – World · US
Israeli attacks have targeted the command centers of Iran’s repressive, internal security forces in hopes that Iranians will overthrow their rulers. Some see t…
Geopolitics
Trump’s Friendship With Japan’s Leader Takaichi Faces Test Over Iran
The New York Times – World · US
In Washington on Thursday, President Trump is expected to press Sanae Takaichi for military help in the Strait of Hormuz. But she faces constraints on what she…
Geopolitics
Assam polls: Congress MP quits party after 30 years, gets offer from Himanta to join BJP
Times of India – World · India
Assam Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi resigned from the party after nearly three decades, citing sadness and feeling sidelined. This move follows an invitation fr…
Geopolitics
Why did US counterterrorism chief and MAGA loyalist Joe Kent turn against Trump?
Times of India – World · India
A senior counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned over President Trump's Iran policy, citing no imminent threat and pressure from Israel. Kent, a MAGA fig…
Geopolitics
'Was at his daughter’s house': Inside the strike that killed Iran security chief Larijani
Times of India – World · India
- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provides global news coverage with expertise and passion. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely repor…
Geopolitics
U.S. offers $2,600 ‘exit bonus’ for illegal migrants to self-deport voluntarily
The Hindu – World · India
Department of Homeland Security’s post on X had promotional posters for free flights to India, Colombia and China
Geopolitics
Zelensky, Starmer urge continued support for Ukraine as Iran conflict steals focus
South China Morning Post – World · China
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Russia and Iran “brothers in hatred” on Tuesday as he sought support from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a tim…
Geopolitics
Iran confirms security chief Larijani killed as Israel vows to ‘neutralise’ supreme leader
South China Morning Post – World · China
Iran confirmed on Tuesday the death of its powerful national security chief, after Israel said he was killed in an air strike and vowed to hunt down and “neutr…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong women’s group condemns entry of Tates amid safety and equality concerns
South China Morning Post – World · China
A Hong Kong women’s rights group has criticised authorities for allowing controversial British-American influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are facing rap…
Geopolitics
Ireland’s Micheal Martin and Trump in awkward St Patrick’s Day exchange
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ireland, which took strong stance on Gaza genocide, is similarly robust on Iran, but Martin is criticised for passivity.
Geopolitics
Israel killed Larijani hoping to ‘torpedo’ chance of US-Iran talks
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Marwan Bishara says Israel’s assassination of Larijani is calculated to prolong the war and bring about regime change.
Geopolitics
Larijani’s warning to US, Israel before his killing
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ali Larijani, the late secretary of Iran’s SNSC, warned the US and Israeli that killing leaders would strengthen Iran.
Geopolitics
Who is Joe Kent, and why did he resign as Trump’s counterterrorism chief?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Kent is the highest-level official to leave Trump administration over the US president's decision to wage war on Iran.
Geopolitics
Xi Jinping’s anticorruption drive sweeps up senior Chinese military chiefs
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Experts say rooting out corruption in the military remains a priority for China's President Xi.
Geopolitics
Scottish parliament votes against legalising assisted dying
The Guardian – World · Europe
MSPs reject bill after concerted campaign to block it and despite amendments intended to placate criticsThe Scottish parliament has voted against legalising as…
Geopolitics
Pakistan hopes steep cost of airstrikes on Taliban targets will protect against terror attacks
The Guardian – World · Europe
Experts say attacks on Afghanistan are ‘defensive, not offensive’ but carry a risk of spiralling cycle of violenceAn escalating Pakistani campaign of airstrike…
Geopolitics
US Attorney General Bondi formally summoned to Congress in Epstein case
BBC News – World · Europe
It comes weeks after a Republican lawmaker accused the justice department of a "cover-up" in releasing the Epstein files.
Geopolitics
Total repression and air strikes bring unrelenting dread for Iranians
BBC News – World · Europe
Tehran residents tell the BBC they're caught between US-Israeli bombing and an Iranian regime trying to reassert its power.
Geopolitics
Death of Ali Larijani deepens crisis at heart of Iran's leadership
BBC News – World · Europe
Larijani has long been seen as one of the Islamic Republic's most experienced and influential policy makers.
General
Trump slams senior official who resigned over war with Iran
NBC News – World · US
President Trump slammed the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center who resigned in protest over the war with Iran as “weak on security.” NBC N…
General
Iran’s security chief killed in strike
NBC News – World · US
The Iranian regime’s security chief who was responsible for the brutal crackdown of Iranian protestors earlier this year was killed in an airstrike. NBC News’ …
General
Trump says U.S. doesn't need help defending Strait of Hormuz after allies refuse
NBC News – World · US
President Donald Trump dropped his push for U.S. allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian threats — an about-face that came just one day after he ca…
General
U.S. embassies ordered to 'immediately' review security as attacks spread
NBC News – World · US
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad was attacked Tuesday, with Iranian strikes previously targeting American embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
Geopolitics
Ali Larijani, a Top Iranian Politician and Emissary, Is Dead at 67
The New York Times – World · US
The leading national security official and a confidant of the former supreme leader, he expertly navigated Iran’s internal politics and led the brutal crackdow…
Geopolitics
Kharg Island Is an Appealing Target for Trump, With High Risks
The New York Times – World · US
A U.S. attack or a move to seize control of Iran’s main oil export hub could cripple the country’s ability to profit from its natural resources. But it would a…
Geopolitics
Trump’s Next Decision in War: Whether to Retrieve Iran’s Nuclear Fuel
The New York Times – World · US
A mission to seize or destroy Iran’s nuclear material would be one of the riskiest military operations in modern American history.
Geopolitics
Cuban Americans Will Be Allowed to Own Businesses in Cuba, but Is That Enough?
The New York Times – World · US
The Cuban government announced that Cubans living abroad can own and invest in businesses, but experts said they were disappointed that the measures didn’t go …
Geopolitics
BJP lashes out at Congress for 'endorsing' USCIRF report
Times of India – World · India
- BJP criticizes Congress for endorsing USCIRF report recommending sanctions on RSS and RAW. - Report highlights alleged anti-India activities by RSS and RAW…
Geopolitics
BJP used money, threats and 'partisan' returning officer in Haryana: Congress
Times of India – World · India
- Congress accuses BJP of using money power, threats, and misuse of returning officer in Haryana Rajya Sabha election. - Allegations include bribing voters, …
Geopolitics
Retired officials demand Rahul Gandhi's apology over Parliament protest
Times of India – World · India
- Over 200 retired officials accused Rahul Gandhi of misconduct. - Includes military, civil servants, diplomats, and lawyers. - Allegations made in New Del…
Geopolitics
Israel says striking Basij militia in Tehran after leader killed
The Hindu – World · India
The military launched new strikes targeting "more than 10 different posts across Tehran".
Geopolitics
Peru’s Prime Minister resigns ahead of congressional confirmation vote
The Hindu – World · India
Denisse Miralles was appointed as Prime Minister in late February, after Interim President José Jerí was removed from his post following corruption allegations…
Geopolitics
Iran confirms security chief Larijani killed as Israel vows to target new Supreme Leader
The Hindu – World · India
The death of Ali Larijani represents a major blow to Iran, whose long-serving leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed less than three weeks ago in US-Israeli …
Geopolitics
Trump, Rubio call for new Cuban leaders as latest blackout underscores deepening economic crisis
The Hindu – World · India
The Trump administration is looking for President Miguel Díaz-Canel to leave as the U.S. continues negotiating with the Cuban government, according to a U.S. o…
Geopolitics
U.S. targets Iranian missile sites near Strait of Hormuz
The Hindu – World · India
- U.S. military strikes Iranian missile sites near Strait of Hormuz with 5,000-pound bombs to counter anti-ship missile threat. - Attack follows Iran’s closu…
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