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Geopolitics

Trump says will ‘soon’ declare Hormuz Strait U.S. territory

The Hindu – World · India

- U.S. President Trump plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory after defeating Iran. - U.S. and Israel launched a war against Iran to end its …

Geopolitics

The US’ future policymakers are questioning the standard ‘China threat’ playbook

South China Morning Post – World · China

For years, the conventional wisdom in Washington was that America’s China policy was moving in one direction: tougher. But walk into a classroom at Georgetown,…

Geopolitics

Coalition split on Andrew Bragg speech as South Australian senator Andrew McLachlan urges colleagues to ‘follow his lead’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Senior colleagues dismiss Bragg’s migration figures as ‘personal views’ while others say critical response is an ‘overreaction’Get our breaking news email, fre…

Geopolitics

How Southeast Asia’s monarchies stay relevant in a volatile region

South China Morning Post – World · China

When Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah recently stripped his daughter-in-law of a royal title, the move drew attention for its unusually public glimpse into dis…

Geopolitics

Delhi school cancels JNU professor's talk on pluralism at Independence Day event

Times of India – World · India

Jawaharlal Nehru University professor Zoya Hasan's Independence Day address was cancelled. School security informed her of a threat to students and herself. …

Geopolitics

Gen Z turning against Meloni? Why young Italians are unhappy ahead of 2027

Indian Express – World · India

- Meloni’s coalition faces low support (under 30%) among under-35s, while center-left leads at ~50%, signaling a potential 2027 election challenge. - Youth d…

Geopolitics

Trump dismisses concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln, saying its record-breaking 250 days at sea ‘not nearly enough’ – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This live blog is now closed.Trump downplays concerns about sailors deployed for record 250 daysSign up for the Breaking News US emailThe Trump administration,…

Geopolitics

A Prominent Mexican Politician Says U.S. Revoked His Visa

The New York Times – World · US

Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, a former president’s son, lashed out at the Trump administration after he said it canceled his visa, another flashpoint in the ten…

Geopolitics

Japan’s Takaichi sends offering to Yasukuni on WWII anniversary, Koizumi visits shrine

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday sent a ritual offering to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, while the country’s defence chief Shin…

Geopolitics

West Asia war highlights: Bessent says U.S. to apply measures never seen on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. has tightened economic sanctions against Iran and other individuals and entities that it ‌says are helping it procure weapons

Geopolitics

Russia Campaigned to Derail Moldova’s Pro-Western Government

The New York Times – World · US

In Moldova, Moscow paid Orthodox priests, conducted a vote-buying scheme and set up training camps on election interference — all in an effort to derail the We…

Geopolitics

China rattled by Trump White House chaos weeks ahead of Xi visit. It has happened before

South China Morning Post – World · China

Just months ago, disorganised planning from Washington in the lead-up to US President Donald Trump’s landmark China visit frustrated Chinese officials. Now, Be…

Geopolitics

Lebanon’s PM urges timetable for Israeli withdrawal as Hezbollah slams deal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hezbollah criticises Beirut’s approach, accusing officials of exposing the Lebanese army to risks and Israeli pressure.

Geopolitics

Houthi attack on port kills four eroding truce with Yemen’s government

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Six Houthi ballistic missiles struck Yemen's government-held al-Makha port, killing at least four.

Geopolitics

Delcy Rodriguez’s Castro tribute tests Venezuela’s balancing act between US and China

South China Morning Post – World · China

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez’s tribute to Fidel Castro has drawn a blistering rebuke from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, highlighting the p…

Geopolitics

Donald Trump to declare Hormuz US territory 'soon'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Donald Trump said the strait would become part of the US after Iran is defeated. He also told Americans to accept higher gas prices, which have soared since Ir…

Geopolitics

Trump downplays concerns about sailors onboard USS Abraham Lincoln amid record deployment

The Guardian – World · Europe

President said nine months at sea ‘not nearly long enough’ even as families call for attention to mental health crisisDonald Trump has downplayed concerns abou…

Geopolitics

Trump claims he will soon declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory; Iran hits back

Times of India – World · India

- US President Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, citing its strategic importance. - The strait, a critical oil transit ro…

Geopolitics

Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US ‘territory’ amid Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Control over the strait has been a sticking point in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the US and Iran.

Geopolitics

Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Seriousness of remark made in New York on Friday, and whether it signaled new policy ​position, not clearDonald Trump has threatened to declare the strait of H…

Geopolitics

Trump says he’ll soon declare Strait of Hormuz to be US territory

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Donald Trump on Friday said he would “soon” declare the Strait of Hormuz waterway part of US territory after defeating Iran. “After we finish defeati…

Geopolitics

As Army Fails to Protect Palestinians, Israeli Leaders Sympathize With Settlers

The New York Times – World · US

Defense Minister Katz called for the military to turn over to the police the responsibility for protecting Palestinians after two West Bank families were besie…

Geopolitics

Chinese drone maker DJI gets another shot at Pentagon blacklist removal

South China Morning Post – World · China

A US appeal court on Friday gave Chinese drone maker DJI another chance to challenge its inclusion on a Pentagon blacklist of companies allegedly linked to the…

Geopolitics

Iran war: Trump dismisses concerns over conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Donald Trump dismissed concerns on Friday over living conditions and the mental health of service members on a US aircraft carrier deployed against I…

Geopolitics

‘First Islamic republic with nuclear weapons’: Netanyahu lashes out at UK

Times of India – World · India

- Israeli PM Netanyahu sharply criticizes UK, calling it the "Islamic republic of Britain" amid tensions over Middle East policies. - Accusations target UK's…

Geopolitics

Britain’s Farage Takes a Page From Trump’s Playbook Amid Investigations

The New York Times – World · US

Nigel Farage, the Reform U.K. leader who resigned from Parliament and won back his seat on Thursday, stays on the offensive and says voters don’t care about al…

Geopolitics

CJI, Nalsar students have one query for BCI: ‘Who are you?’

Times of India – World · India

- Students have the right to peaceful protest and freedom of speech. - No one can stop them from exercising these rights. - They can share thoughts in comm…

Geopolitics

'Our blood has been sucked': J&K CM Omar hits back at Pak PM Shehbaz over IWT

Times of India – World · India

- Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif warned of steps to protect its water rights. - The statement was made at an Islamabad event on Friday. - The warning underscor…

Geopolitics

Trump dismisses concerns over conditions on U.S. aircraft carrier

The Hindu – World · India

Asked by reporters whether family members were worried about the situation on the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, Mr. Trump said “no, they’re not”

Geopolitics

Afghan women tell the BBC their lives are unrecognisable after five years of Taliban rule

BBC News – World · Europe

Women across the country speak of public floggings, losing their jobs, and barriers to healthcare that endanger lives.

Geopolitics

What to Know About the U.K. Special Election: Farage vs. Binface

The New York Times – World · US

Nigel Farage, the right-wing populist leader, won a by-election for his parliamentary seat in Clacton, which he initiated after coming under pressure over his …

Geopolitics

Zambia Halts Presidential Election Vote Count Over Violence and Fraud Allegations

The New York Times – World · US

The electoral commission for the southern African nation said poll workers had been attacked and ballots had been stolen.

Geopolitics

India reaffirms ‘longstanding ties’ with Afghanistan

The Hindu – World · India

In the last few months and over a year now, we have had several engagements and several ministerial visits from Afghanistan, says Randhir Jaiswal

Geopolitics

Nigel Farage regains U.K. parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Farage’s main challenger ended up being Count Binface, a figure created by comedian Jonathan Harvey, who has become a fixture of ​fun at British elections.

Geopolitics

Activists try to deliver aid to Palestinians in homes besieged by Israeli settlers

BBC News – World · Europe

Two families have been trapped in their homes in the occupied West Bank for several days.

Geopolitics

Kevin Rideout, American Missionary Kidnapped in Niger, Is Released

The New York Times – World · US

Kevin Rideout, a pilot, was abducted from his home in the country’s capital, Niamey, last fall. His mission organization said he was in “good health” after his…

Geopolitics

Israel’s Katz calls for police to replace military in handling West Bank settlers

The Hindu – World · India

The measure, if implemented, would be a step towards Israeli annexation of the occupied Palestinian territory — something several Ministers in Prime Minister B…

Geopolitics

Israeli Settlers Resume West Bank Siege After Eviction

The New York Times – World · US

The military’s failure to keep extremists away from two Palestinian families trapped in their West Bank homes made clear the chaos gripping the Israeli-occupie…

Geopolitics

Russia seeks answers from U.S. about help for Ukraine: Sergei Lavrov

The Hindu – World · India

Sergei Lavrov said the alleged U.S. support included the supply of intelligence

Geopolitics

Zambia vote counting resumes after pause over alleged attacks on polling staff

BBC News – World · Europe

The electoral commission said violence had "resulted in the theft of marked ballot papers".

Geopolitics

The Taliban Kicked the U.S. Out of Afghanistan. Now They Want It Back.

The New York Times – World · US

In an interview, Afghanistan’s foreign minister called on the U.S. to reopen its embassy and invest in the country — a near-impossible sell for now, analysts a…

Geopolitics

How a US crackdown is upending plans for Chinese ‘birth tourists’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Li, a woman in her late twenties from southwestern China, is anxious about her coming interview for a 10-year US visa. She has big plans for her travels – a we…

Geopolitics

France's constitutional authority strikes down social media ban for under-15

The Hindu – World · India

The Constitutional Council found that Article 1 of the legislation "constitutes an infringement that is neither appropriate, necessary, nor proportionate" to t…

Geopolitics

Taliban pressured by insurgents after 5 years in power

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The Taliban managed to retake power in Afghanistan on August 15, 2021. Now, they face armed factions who challenge the Taliban rule and strain their central cl…

Geopolitics

With Trump’s Hamas Deal in Peril, Kushner Set to Visit Israel for Gaza Talks

The New York Times – World · US

Jared Kushner, President Trump’s senior aide, is expected to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, who has rejected a U.S.-backed deal to disa…

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