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Geopolitics

Trump: ‘Gas prices will come tumbling down once this war is over’

The Hindu – World · India

- Trump claims gas prices will drop once the war ends. - War context (Ukraine?) is tied to current price spikes. - Market reactions to his statement show m…

Geopolitics

Macron urges Israel to hold 'direct talks' with Lebanon

The Hindu – World · India

He says he had spoken to the President and Prime Minister of Lebanon, a former French protectorate

Geopolitics

Watch: North Korea’s new projectile launch adds strain to already tense regional security climate

The Hindu – World · India

North Korea has fired at least one projectile towards its eastern sea, according to South Korea’s military

Geopolitics

North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea military drills

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korea on Saturday fired about 10 ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea, South Korea’s military said, staging its own show of force as the rival Sout…

Geopolitics

Iran war fallout puts 9 million Indian workers in the line of fire

South China Morning Post – World · China

When the alert arrives on his phone, Yashwant Deshmukh knows exactly what to do. The Dubai-based political analyst moves away from the windows, waits for the s…

Geopolitics

‘Israel is targeting civilian infrastructure as a matter of policy’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Nicholas Noe says Israel’s strategy in Lebanon appears to be aimed at targeting civilian infrastructure.

Geopolitics

North Korea fires ballistic missiles as US-South Korea hold military drills

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff say approximately 10 ballistic missiles were fired by Pyongyang.

Geopolitics

North Korea fired 10 ballistic missiles, says Seoul

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The ballistic missile launches came days after Pyongyang had warned of "terrible consequences" over US-South Korea joint military drills.

Geopolitics

Russia working to 'tip scale' for Orban in Hungary election

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Viktor Orban has long been pro-Russia. Now, there are signs that the Kremlin is working to secure his reelection and turning Hungary’s election into a referend…

Geopolitics

Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor

BBC News – World · Europe

Security had been increased at Jewish public institutions following an earlier incident in Rotterdam.

Geopolitics

Mahmood Mamdani, Father of NYC Mayor, Is Writing a Book on Gaza

The New York Times – World · US

At once, Mahmood Mamdani’s fame was eclipsed by his son’s. At the same time, the election of Zohran Mamdani has attracted new interest in his father’s work.

Geopolitics

Trump and Rubio’s Vision of War: The Art of Destroy and Deal

The New York Times – World · US

Unleashing his inner hawk, Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans President Trump’s military interventions. So far, they favor regime compliance, not change.

Geopolitics

How Migrant Workers Have Been Affected by Iran’s Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

Since the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran began, Iran has fired hundreds of missiles and drones in retaliation at Gulf countries. Iranian officials say that they a…

Geopolitics

Is Latin America Ready to Abandon Cuba?

The New York Times – World · US

Latin America’s left saw Cuba as its lodestar. Now leaders across the spectrum are hesitant to aid a nation in the Trump administration’s cross hairs.

Geopolitics

Netanyahu Has the War He Always Wanted, but on Trump’s Terms

The New York Times – World · US

Israel’s prime minister wanted regime change in Iran. But President Trump seems prepared to settle for something less.

Geopolitics

Inside Iran's war tunnel: Huge collection of drones displayed under Khamenei's images - watch

Times of India – World · India

Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched its 48th wave of retaliatory strikes, "Operation True Promise 4," targeting Israeli and US interests. State media showcased…

Geopolitics

America’s low-cost reply to Iran’s Shahed drones? US launches LUCAS from aircraft carrier - watch

Times of India – World · India

The US Navy has successfully launched its new Low-cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drone from a ship, marking a significant shift in warfare. Develop…

Geopolitics

Iran, Israel and the pitfalls of the global nuclear regime

The Hindu – World · India

In today’s world, marked by conflicts and weakening of international law, nuclear weapons look more attractive than ever as a means of deterrence

Geopolitics

Pakistan says thwarted Afghan Taliban 'drone attacks'

The Hindu – World · India

Security sources said airspace around the capital was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure when the drones were detected

Geopolitics

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees blocked from Oscars by Trump travel ban

South China Morning Post – World · China

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees said a travel ban imposed by Donald Trump’s administration is preventing him from attending Sunday’s Academy Awards, whose nomi…

Geopolitics

Smoke seen rising from US embassy in Baghdad

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Videos posted by social media users showed smoke rising from the US embassy in Baghdad after a reported attack.

Geopolitics

The escalation trap: how the Iran war could become more costly and complex

The Guardian – World · Europe

Iran’s is trying to create wedges between Gulf states and the US, but Trump is very comfortable on the ‘escalatory ladder’In its current phase, the Israeli-US …

Geopolitics

‘Could be the making of him’: Starmer’s allies praise stance on Trump and Iran

The Guardian – World · Europe

Refusal to kowtow to US president has won public backing – and left Badenoch and Farage playing catch-upIt is not often that Keir Starmer’s allies believe he h…

Geopolitics

Iranians react to new supreme leader's first address

BBC News – World · Europe

People in Iran are questioning who's really in charge after Mojtaba Khamenei's first address came via a presenter on state TV.

Geopolitics

Middle East conflict: India grants 30-day visa extension to stranded foreigners

Times of India – World · India

India is extending visas for foreign nationals affected by the Middle East conflict. Overstay penalties will be waived for those delayed until February 28. Exi…

Geopolitics

‘One bullet and I’d hit Kharg’: Trump’s 38-year-old Iran warning resurfaces after latest strike

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news and diverse perspectives through dedicated journalists and writers. - Focus on accuracy, depth, and timeliness t…

Geopolitics

Michigan synagogue shooter’s brothers were Hezbollah members, killed in Israeli strike

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk employs seasoned journalists and writers to cover global events with diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely report…

Geopolitics

Trump rejected Putin's offer to move Iran's uranium to Russia, Axios reports

The Hindu – World · India

Vladimir Putin made the ⁠proposal in a phone ‌call with Donald Trump this week, and the Republican ‌president turned it ​down

Geopolitics

Democratic senators file war powers resolution to check Trump on Cuba

The Hindu – World · India

“It may be a friendly takeover, it may not be a friendly takeover,” Mr. Trump said; he added that he and Mr. Rubio would focus on that goal after the war with …

Geopolitics

Brazil revokes U.S. official Darren Beattie's visa in reciprocal measure

The Hindu – World · India

Brazilian President Lula's decision against Darren Beattie is tied to a move in August by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that revoked and restricted visas…

Geopolitics

Hamas urges Iran to stop ‘targeting neighbouring’ countries; supports Tehran's right to defend itself against U.S.-Israel

The Hindu – World · India

Hamas, which fought a devastating two-year war with Israel in Gaza, also called on the international community to "work towards halting" the ongoing war immedi…

Geopolitics

North Korea fires unidentified projectile toward sea: Seoul

The Hindu – World · India

South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff didn’t immediately say whether the weapon was ballistic or how far it flew

Geopolitics

Graft and gridlock: in Anwar’s Malaysia, reformist cracks widen

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two votes. That was the margin by which Malaysia’s prime minister, a man with a supermajority in the 222-seat lower house, failed to pass a bill his own coalit…

Geopolitics

Myanmar’s junta staged an election. It couldn’t stage legitimacy

South China Morning Post – World · China

Myanmar’s new parliament will convene next week, following an election tightly stage-managed by the junta. The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) wi…

Geopolitics

Swing and a miss? Taiwan’s premier under fire over baseball trip to Tokyo

South China Morning Post – World · China

Taiwanese Premier Cho Jung-tai has come under fire over what he said was a private visit to Japan to support the island’s team at the World Baseball Classic la…

Geopolitics

What are Hong Kong’s next best steps after ‘two sessions’ in Beijing?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong should move beyond a “city-centred” approach that merely seeks Beijing’s policy support and instead take steps to align with national priorities by a…

Geopolitics

Experts doubt Hegseth claim no need to ‘worry about’ Hormuz

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Experts doubt Pete Hegseth’s claims that the US is working effectively to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Projectile falls, explodes in Israel’s Negev

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video from the Negev in southern Israel captured the moment a projectile following an Iranian missile attack.

Geopolitics

Trump claims US ‘way ahead of schedule’ in Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump said the United States is “way ahead of schedule” in its war with Iran.

Geopolitics

Trump posts bombing video after saying US hit Kharg Island

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Donald Trump shared footage of US air strikes on Iran's Kharg Island.

Geopolitics

How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition

BBC News – World · Europe

The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.

Geopolitics

Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so

BBC News – World · Europe

Dubai has been seen as a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

Geopolitics

Los Angeles asks for investigation into LA28 Olympics chief over Epstein ties

BBC News – World · Europe

The LA city council voted unanimously for an investigation into LA28 chief Casey Wasserman over his Epstein ties.

Geopolitics

Watch: Iran displays kamikaze naval drones in underground 'missile city'

Times of India – World · India

Iran has revealed footage of its underground "missile cities" showcasing a vast arsenal of naval drones, anti-ship missiles, and sea mines. The nation claims t…

Geopolitics

South Korea's PM, Trump discuss possible talks with North’s Kim Jong Un

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Kim did not say what specific suggestions he made to Mr. Trump but said he told Mr. Trump that recent comments by Pyongyang indicated Mr. Kim may be open t…

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