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Geopolitics

U.S. Forces Attack Iranian Mine-Laying Ships Near the Strait of Hormuz

The New York Times – World · US

A video posted by the U.S. Central Command showed munitions striking nine vessels, most of which were moored at the time. Whether any mines have been laid in G…

Geopolitics

2 More People Affiliated With Iranian Women’s Soccer Team Seek Asylum in Australia

The New York Times – World · US

An athlete and a member of the team’s support staff opted not to return to Iran, where state media labeled the women ‘traitors’ for not singing the national an…

Geopolitics

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

The New York Times – World · US

Trump administration officials cast the president as the sole arbiter on the U.S. war effort. International aid groups were warning of a growing humanitarian c…

Geopolitics

How Trump and His Advisers Miscalculated Iran’s Response to War

The New York Times – World · US

In the lead-up to the U.S.-Israeli attack, President Trump downplayed the risks to the energy markets as a short-term concern that should not overshadow the mi…

Geopolitics

Trump announces opening of oil refinery in Texas, thanks India’s Reliance for ‘tremendous’ investment

The Hindu – World · India

He ‌said it was a $300 ​billion deal, but it was not immediately clear ⁠if he meant that was part of a bigger ‌deal with India

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missiles as new attacks reported; Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's suburbs

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. military said it took out multiple Iranian vessels on Tuesday as the Islamic Republic vowed to block the region’s oil exports

Geopolitics

Will Trump ‘Taco’ on Iran? Analysts say he’s looking for a way out

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump has built a potential off-ramp by suggesting the Iran war could end soon, but the world is still guessing about whether he will take …

Geopolitics

‘America has no narrative for victory’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Andreas Krieg says the US is lacking a clear narrative for what victory in the war with Iran looks like.

Geopolitics

Is control of Iran’s natural resources a factor in US strategy?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran has vast oil as well as gas reserves and is a key supplier to China.

Geopolitics

Can the US sustain its war in Iran?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Trump says the US has a "virtually unlimited" supply of weapons. His defense secretary says Iran has "no hope" of outlasting the US. But with reportedly low de…

Geopolitics

Georgia votes in high-stakes election for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s House seat

The Guardian – World · Europe

Election will be a test of Trump’s sway and may provide a rare opportunity for Democrats in the southern stateSign up for the Breaking News US email to get new…

Geopolitics

Politics live: Iranian women had opportunity to ‘talk to Australian officials alone’, Wong says; McKenzie to run for Nationals leadership

The Guardian – World · Europe

Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast‘There are developments this morning’: Chalmers on Iranian football teamWe’re get…

Geopolitics

Georgia voters to pick replacement for Marjorie Taylor Greene in special election

BBC News – World · Europe

The shadow of Greene, who resigned from Congress after a rift with the president, looms large over a crowded contest.

Geopolitics

How Long Will the Iran War Last? Trump Offers Conflicting Answers.

The New York Times – World · US

Now 11 days into an expanding military campaign, President Trump and his officials have given conflicting indications on how long the United States intends the…

Geopolitics

Imprisoned in Iran, and Under Bombardment

The New York Times – World · US

Iranian detention centers, some holding people swept up in a government crackdown on protests along with other prisoners, have been damaged in the U.S.-Israeli…

Geopolitics

Army called out, Net blocked after 2 killed in violence in run-up to Meghalaya council polls

Times of India – World · India

- Prabin Kalita is a journalist at The Times of India, currently Chief of Bureau (northeast). - Reporting since 2001 on India's northeastern region and neigh…

Geopolitics

Iranians in India pull down anti-regime posts after Tehran threatens property seizure

Times of India – World · India

- Iranians in India are limiting social media and deleting anti-regime content. - They oppose Tehran's regime, leading to reduced online activism. - This s…

Geopolitics

About 140 U.S. service members wounded since start of Israel-Iran war: Pentagon

The Hindu – World · India

The new figure is the first insight into the broader toll of injuries that have been sustained by U.S. troops in the wake of a barrage of retaliatory rocket an…

Geopolitics

U.S. urges Israel to stop attacks on Iran energy sites: report

The Hindu – World · India

The Trump administration cited three reasons, ‌including a goal to ​cooperate with Iran’s oil sector after ⁠the war, according to the report

Geopolitics

Shots fired at US consulate in Toronto, Canada, premier hints at Iran war link

South China Morning Post – World · China

Canadian police are investigating after the United States consulate in downtown Toronto was hit by gunfire early on Tuesday morning. Nobody was injured. Royal …

Geopolitics

Hegseth says Tuesday will be ‘most intense’ of US war on Iran as Trump considers endgame

South China Morning Post – World · China

Tuesday will be the “most intense day of strikes” inside Iran so far, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said, adding that President Donald Trump will ultimatel…

Geopolitics

‘Our hearts were shaking’: Tehran residents endure heavy Israel-US bombing

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The latest attacks come a day after bombing of fuel reserves created thick plumes of smoke that turned day into night.

Geopolitics

Energy secretary deletes claim US military escorted tanker through Hormuz

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President Donald Trump has pledged the 'free flow' of energy through the strait, a goal that has yet to be accomplished.

Geopolitics

Moment ‘Hezbollah missile’ strikes Israeli radar station

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel has released video it says shows the moment a missile fired by Hezbollah struck a satellite and radar station.

Geopolitics

Madagascar strongman sacks government after just 5 months

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Madagascar's military leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina has sacked his prime minister and dissolved the entire Cabinet. He gave no word on why, only saying …

Geopolitics

Trump names Erika Kirk to key advisory board of US Air Force Academy

The Guardian – World · Europe

Widow of murdered rightwing activist Charlie Kirk replaces husband on 16-member panel of military training facilityDonald Trump has appointed Erika Kirk, the w…

Geopolitics

China spying case: Labour MP received £2,400 donation from husband’s firm

The Guardian – World · Europe

Joani Reid denies any involvement in business activities of spouse, who was arrested last week by anti-terror policeJoani Reid, the MP who resigned the Labour …

Geopolitics

Home Office refuses to exempt exceptional students from tough immigration rules

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper concerned about effect of student visa ban on female Chevening scholars from Afghanistan and Sudan The Home Office r…

Geopolitics

Tehran endures ‘worst night of strikes’ amid mixed US messages about more to come

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hegseth follows Trump’s suggestion war will soon be over by saying US will not stop until Iran ‘decisively defeated’Middle East crisis – live updatesTehran res…

Geopolitics

Iranians living in UK tell Starmer that war will only strengthen Tehran regime

The Guardian – World · Europe

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe among more than 100 signatories to letter urging PM not to get drawn further into the conflictNazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is among thre…

General

Videos released by the UAE show Iranian drones being destroyed

NBC News – World · US

The UAE's Ministry of Defense released footage it said showed Iranian drones being intercepted and destroyed. It added that a total of 117 drones were also det…

Geopolitics

Trump is like every warmongering US president - except for one thing

Times of India – World · India

But perhaps the key to understanding why Trump behaves the way he does is because of where he sits. Trump, the former real estate developer, views the world as…

Geopolitics

Iraqi airspace must not be used against neighbours: Iraq PM tells U.S.’ Rubio

The Hindu – World · India

Iraq neighbours Iran, against which the United States and Israel launched massive strikes on February 28, as well as the Gulf, which the Islamic republic has h…

Geopolitics

Trump says Vance was ‘philosophically’ different on Iran while downplaying split

The Hindu – World · India

- Trump acknowledges Vance's differing approach to Iran but insists they agree on airstrikes, emphasizing necessity over debate. - Vance, a key Republican co…

Tech & Startups

They Helped Plan the January 6 Rally. Now Their Events Company Is Raking in Millions in Government Contracts

Wired · Global

The Trump administration has awarded Event Strategies several contracts—including one that could be worth up to $100 million—with little competition, according…

Geopolitics

From ‘love and hate’ to nationalism, can Xi and Trump rebalance ties?

South China Morning Post – World · China

As US President Donald Trump prepares for his first China trip in nearly a decade, Chinese scholars see an opportunity to steer ties away from confrontation an…

Geopolitics

Could China’s rare earth supplies dictate how long US strikes on Iran go on?

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US war against Iran may have handed Beijing some fresh rare-earths leverage over Washington, with roughly three weeks until US President Donald Trump’s exp…

Geopolitics

Could Trump ‘take over’ the Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Oil prices spiked after shipments through the Strait of Hormuz were disrupted amid the Iran war.

Geopolitics

What is the Hezbollah-linked financial institution Al-Qard Al-Hassan?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel reportedly struck a branch of Al-Qard Al-Hassan yesterday. But what is this institution linked to Hezbollah?

Geopolitics

US defence chief ends Iran war briefing with prayer for troops

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recited a prayer for US troops attacking Iran, asking for strength and protection.

Geopolitics

Pete Hegseth vows ‘most intense day’ of US strikes against Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pete Hegseth says Donald Trump controls the pace of the war, but acknowledges that Israel has its own objectives.

Geopolitics

Amid Iran war, civilians trapped between bombs and regime

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Iran's civilians are dealing with US and Israeli airstrikes amid an internet blackout and with nearly no protection provided by the state. Even regime opponent…

Geopolitics

Nigeria's new 'insurgency corridor' evolves

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Nigeria's northwest and central border regions have become a hub for Sahelian militants, raising concerns about a widening insurgency corridor that could desta…

Geopolitics

Nigel Farage accused of U-turn as he says UK should keep out of Iran war

The Guardian – World · Europe

Reform leader’s latest comment contrasts with earlier statement that ‘gloves need to come off’UK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has been accused of…

Geopolitics

Labor MPs quietly alarmed by Albanese government’s response to US-Israel strikes on Iran

The Guardian – World · Europe

Several MPs question why the party rushed to endorse strikes that were likely in breach of international lawGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news…

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