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Geopolitics

Out of Tihar Jail, Sajjad Gul, Shabbir turn India’s ‘most-wanted’ LeT operatives again

Times of India – World · India

Two Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, Sajjad and Shabbir Ahmed Lone, previously incarcerated in Delhi, have resurfaced as 'most wanted' operatives. Fleeing to Pakist…

Geopolitics

Kim Jong Un, daughter oversee test of North Korea's 'deadly yet attractive' rocket launchers

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events round the clock. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reporting…

Geopolitics

Switzerland rejects two flyover requests from U.S. for flights related to Iran war, permits three others

The Hindu – World · India

The three approved requests were applicable to two transportation and one maintenance aircraft

Geopolitics

French Mayoral elections gauge far-right strength before Presidential ballot

The Hindu – World · India

Heading nearly 35,000 municipalities — from major cities to villages with ​only a few dozen residents — mayors are France's most trusted elected officials

Geopolitics

Why Japan’s Type-12 missile deployment may complicate China’s regional strategy

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japan has deployed its domestically produced long-range missiles near the East China Sea – a move that could be interpreted by Beijing as crossing a “strategic…

Geopolitics

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia F1 race cancellations confirmed due to Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia's Formula One Grands Prix races will not be held in April on safety grounds due to the war.

Geopolitics

Brazil’s jailed ex-president Bolsonaro hospitalised with lung infection

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Far-right leader, whose persistent health woes are linked to 2018 stabbing, endorsed son to run in this year's election.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Trump urges allies to keep Hormuz open amid Gulf attacks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump says allies who rely on Gulf oil must help keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

Geopolitics

Cuba: Protesters attack ruling party's office amid blackouts

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Long, daily blackouts ignited by a US oil blockade have pushed Cuban residents to the edge. On Friday, Havana acknowledged talks with the US to diffuse the sit…

Geopolitics

Trump says US may strike Iran’s Kharg Island oil export hub ‘just for fun’

The Guardian – World · Europe

In comments to NBC News, US presidents also deflates hope of deal with Tehran, saying ‘terms aren’t good enough’Middle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump s…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: Trump ‘surprised’ Iran has targeted Gulf countries and claims US ‘decimated’ Kharg Island

The Guardian – World · Europe

US president said he did not want to make a deal with Iran yet, while claiming that he might hit Kharg Island again ‘just for fun’How have you been affected by…

Geopolitics

Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?

BBC News – World · Europe

They have engaged a lobbying firm with close ties to the US president to argue their case.

Geopolitics

Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment

BBC News – World · Europe

Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.

Geopolitics

'Gruesome' war bets fuel calls for crackdown on prediction markets

BBC News – World · Europe

Predictions markets have hosted millions of dollars of bets related to the war in Iran.

Geopolitics

BBC visits aftermath of Israeli strike on Lebanon that killed family as IDF targets Hezbollah

BBC News – World · Europe

A relative tells BBC those killed were civilians and not Hezbollah operatives, but the Israel Defence Forces says it was targeting "terrorist infrastructure".

General

Formula 1 cancels races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to Iran war

NBC News – World · US

Formula 1 is officially canceling two upcoming races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to the Iran war and the widening conflict in the Middle East, it announced…

General

Trump says Iran is ready to negotiate a ceasefire but he's not ready to make a deal

NBC News – World · US

In a wide-ranging interview, President Donald Trump said he’s not ready to make a deal to end the war with Iran, despite Iran’s willingness to do so.

Geopolitics

F.C.C. Chair Threatens to Revoke Broadcasters’ Licenses Over War Coverage

The New York Times – World · US

The comment from Brendan Carr came on the heels of a social media message from President Trump criticizing the news media’s coverage of the war with Iran.

Geopolitics

Three More Iranian Soccer Players Withdraw Bid for Asylum in Australia

The New York Times – World · US

Seven members of the national women’s team had sought refuge in the country after they were labeled ‘traitors’ at home. Four of them have since changed their m…

Geopolitics

PM Modi: Trying to minimise war impact on citizens

Times of India – World · India

- Seasoned journalist at The Times of India, reporting from Silchar with expertise in political and grassroots coverage. - Known for sharp political insights…

Geopolitics

'Must take care': Trump urges nations to send warships to Strait of Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

Former US President Donald Trump urged global nations to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz amidst Iranian retaliation. He stated the US would assi…

Geopolitics

Rs 18 lakh Hublot watch on Congress MLA K Raghavendra Hitnal’s wrist sets off chatter

Times of India – World · India

Congress MLA K Raghavendra Hitnal's Rs 18 lakh Hublot watch became the talk of Hirebaganal village. Spotted at a local event, the expensive timepiece quickly …

Geopolitics

War off the field, uncertainty on it: 2026 FIFA World Cup dilemma amid Middle East conflict

Times of India – World · India

The escalating US-Iran conflict threatens the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Iran's participation in doubt following controversial statements and their own reported…

Geopolitics

Iran Guards say targeted U.S. forces at Saudi base with missiles

The Hindu – World · India

The Guards said the base was being used to equip "F-35 and F-16 fighter jets and is the storage place for fuel tankers"

Geopolitics

Iran Foreign Minister says 'no problem' with Supreme Leader after reported injuries

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said he believed Mr. Khamenei, who took power after his father was killed in a strike at the start of the U.S.-Israeli w…

Geopolitics

Trump urges world powers to secure Iran shipping lane

The Hindu – World · India

Having earlier vowed that the U.S. Navy would "very soon" start escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, Trump appeared to call for reinforcements on Sa…

Geopolitics

Three asylum seekers choose to leave Australia, return to Iran: report

The Hindu – World · India

The ‌Iranian team was in Australia for the Women’s ‌Asian Cup when the ‌war between ⁠Iran, Israel and the ⁠Unites States began

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. orders non-emergency personnel to leave Oman amid Iran war

The Hindu – World · India

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, pushes allies on Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitics

Polls open as single-party Vietnam holds legislative election

The Hindu – World · India

The Southeast Asian nation of 100 million is both an economic success story, boasting 8% last year, and a repressive one-party state that often jails its criti…

Geopolitics

North Korea conducts test of nuclear-capable multiple rocket launchers

The Hindu – World · India

Kim Jong Un oversaw the test on Saturday (March 14), which "involved twelve 600mm-calibre ultra-precision multiple rocket launchers and two artillery companies…

Geopolitics

Venezuela opposition leader denounces 'selective' amnesty

The Hindu – World · India

The amnesty law was passed by interim leader Delcy Rodriguez under pressure from Washington after U.S. forces captured former leader Nicolas Maduro in January …

Geopolitics

US embassy in Venezuela reopens as Trump pushes for access to resources

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump administration has pressed the interim Venezuelan government for concessions on issues such as oil access.

Geopolitics

Israeli settlers shoot Palestinians in West Bank villages, steal livestock

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

One Palestinian reported killed in Qusra, as others injured in Rashayda, amid surge in Israeli settler violence.

Geopolitics

Six killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

EU maintains pressure after slamming US for lifting sanctions on Russian oil exports as Middle East war bites.

Geopolitics

Trump administration to drop charges against US veteran who burned flag

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Veteran Jay Carey burned a US flag in protest of an executive order from Trump calling for prison terms for such acts.

Geopolitics

Two more Iranian female footballers pull Australia asylum bids: State media

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Seven members of the Iranian football delegation sought asylum, with four now known to have withdrawn applications.

Geopolitics

Hundreds protest against US-Israeli strikes on Iran in Seoul

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hundreds of peace activists and demonstrators marched in central Seoul on Saturday in protest of the US-Israeli strikes.

Geopolitics

Thousands in Madrid protest ‘forgotten’ Gaza, warn Iran war may spiral into

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Thousands rallied in central Madrid calling for an end to the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

Geopolitics

Tehran Seems Largely Empty, as Many Flee and Others Weary of the Fighting

The New York Times – World · US

Residents say a heavy, lifeless atmosphere hangs over the streets of Iran’s capital, which has endured relentless attacks throughout the war.

Geopolitics

Will ban conversions if BJP forms govt In Punjab: Shah

Times of India – World · India

- IP Singh is Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, covering Jalandhar and neighboring districts. - Focuses on politics, contemporary trends, Punjab…

Geopolitics

‘Hisab liya jayega’: PM Modi slams Didi in Kolkata rally

Times of India – World · India

- PM Modi emphasized accountability at BJP rally in Kolkata. - Stated "everyone will be held accountable one by one." - Speech delivered at Brigade Parade …

Geopolitics

Wangchuk freed as govt revokes NSA detention

Times of India – World · India

- Sonam Wangchuk, a Ladakh climate activist, was released from Jodhpur Central Jail after the Centre revoked his detention. - His release followed a decision…

Geopolitics

Lindsey Graham | Trump’s whisperer of war

The Hindu – World · India

The South Carolina Senator, one of the strongest supporters of Trump’s wars, says the U.S. is ‘in a religious war and I unapologetically stand with Israel’

Geopolitics

Iran war entering ‘decisive phase’, Israel says, as attacks continue

South China Morning Post – World · China

Israel said the war against Iran was entering its “decisive phase” on Saturday, as explosions rocked cities across the Middle East, with strikes on the US emba…

Geopolitics

Israel may commit ‘new genocide’ in Lebanon using Iran war as pretext, Turkey warns

South China Morning Post – World · China

Turkey expressed deep concern on Saturday over Israel’s ongoing strikes on Lebanon, voicing fears it could commit “a new genocide” under the guise of fighting …

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