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Geopolitics

Hong Kong couple’s HK$50,000 exit from Dubai after ‘biggest blunder’ amid Iran war

South China Morning Post – World · China

As hundreds of Hongkongers stranded in the Middle East scramble for air tickets home with the US-Israel war on Iran entering its 10th day, a local couple spent…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh closes universities due to Iran war energy crisis

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Bangladesh closes universities due to Iran war energy crisis

Geopolitics

Is the Iran war really costing the US $2bn per day?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Pentagon has not yet released an official estimate of the cost of the US war on Iran.

Geopolitics

New missile video puts spotlight on US over Iran school attack

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A newly released video suggests a US Tomahawk missile likely struck an Iranian elementary girls’ school in Minab.

Geopolitics

At least 14 dead after migrant boat crashes into Turkish coastguard vessel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Collision involving inflatable boat carrying migrants or refugees occurs off southwestern Turkiye's Antalya province.

Geopolitics

Israeli attacks on Iran fuel sites aim ‘to break resilience of people’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

As toxic clouds and rain smother Tehran, analysts say Israel’s aims is to break the resilience of the Iranian people.

Geopolitics

Iran’s authorities showcase continuity as they back new leader during war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The IRGC says its forces are ready to 'fully obey and sacrifice for the divine commands' after new supreme leader named.

Geopolitics

Turkiye says Iranian ballistic missile intercepted by NATO air defences

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Ministry of National Defence says no casualties or damage after missile shot down over southern city of Gaziantep.

Geopolitics

Fears grow for Iran's women's football team

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Calls are growing for Australia to offer asylum to the Iranian national team at the Asian Cup. With serious punishment looming, five players have reportedly es…

Geopolitics

Texas lawmakers criticize ICE for detaining two teen mariachi musicians

The Guardian – World · Europe

Two brothers, ages 14 and 18, were part of a high school mariachi group honored by Congress last year Texas lawmakers from both parties have criticized immigra…

Geopolitics

‘Bitter result’ for Friedrich Merz as Greens win in German car heartland

The Guardian – World · Europe

Cem Özdemir gains 30.2% of vote in Baden-Württemberg, ahead of CDU, with far-right AfD in thirdFriedrich Merz’s Christian Democrats (CDU) have stumbled into a …

Geopolitics

Five members of Iranian women’s football team reportedly seeking to remain in Australia

The Guardian – World · Europe

After being eliminated from the Asian Cup, the players reportedly escaped their regime minders and are being looked after by police in QueenslandMiddle East cr…

Geopolitics

Ed Davey Wants King Charles to Cancel his U.S. State Visit Over Iran War

The New York Times – World · US

Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats in Britain, said President Trump does not deserve the “diplomatic coup” of hosting the king for a state visit.

Geopolitics

Dozens Wounded in Bahrain as Arab States Condemn Iranian Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

Key U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf have stepped up their criticism of Iran after facing a barrage of missiles and drone attacks over the past week.

Geopolitics

NATO Intercepts Second Iranian Missile Entering Turkey’s Airspace, Defense Ministry Says

The New York Times – World · US

It was the second time in six days that Turkey announced the interception of a missile from Iran.

Geopolitics

Battle of the rolls: How Mamata vs EC over SIR has set stage for 2026 Bengal assembly elections

Times of India – World · India

West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has evolved from a technical checkinto a major political and constitutional confrontation ahead of …

Geopolitics

A new Khamenei as Supreme Leader, oil above $100: Did Trump miscalculate Iran?

Times of India – World · India

Operation Epic Fury escalates as Iran installs Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader following his father's death. With oil prices soaring above $100 a barrel and…

Geopolitics

Lebanon postpones parliamentary elections by two years

The Hindu – World · India

Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when Hezbollah attacked Israel in response to the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei…

Tech & Startups

Don’t Expect Big Surprises in the Government’s Alien Files

Wired · Global

Donald Trump has ordered the release of files related to aliens, UAP, and UFOs. If previous disclosures are any indication, get ready for a letdown.

Geopolitics

Concern for Iran women’s football team rises in Australia amid war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Global players’ union FIFPRO said on Monday there ⁠were serious concerns for the welfare of the Iranian women’s soccer team, as they prepared to leave Australi…

Geopolitics

North Korea cancels Pyongyang marathon weeks before race, with no reason given

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korea had abruptly cancelled the 2026 Pyongyang International Marathon less than a month before the race, its international partner said on Monday, raisi…

Geopolitics

Trump’s China visit limited to Beijing due to tight schedule and security needs: sources

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump will not go to any cities beyond Beijing during his visit to China scheduled for late this month because of his tight schedule and se…

Geopolitics

What crises in Iran, Panama, Venezuela and Greenland have in common

South China Morning Post – World · China

Over the past 12 months, a series of political and military crises has erupted in different parts of the world. Do they have anything in common? On the surface…

Geopolitics

Iran says 1,255 people killed in US-Israeli attacks, mostly civilians

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Deputy Health Minister Ali Jafarian tells Al Jazeera air attacks damage dozens of healthcare facilities.

Geopolitics

Moment building in Beirut southern suburbs was targeted by Israeli strike

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

This is the moment a building in Beirut’s southern suburbs was targeted by an Israeli attack.

Geopolitics

‘Reprehensible’: New wave of Iranian missiles, drones target Gulf nations

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Gulf states lambast Iran for its continued strikes on their territories, with Qatar urging all sides to de-escalate.

Geopolitics

Bahrain king calls Iranian attacks unjustifiable

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa says “unprecedented attacks” by Iran against Bahrain “cannot be justified".

Geopolitics

Europe becoming arms powerhouse despite increased imports, says SIPRI

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Europe’s imports mainly driven by Ukraine’s needs, but the EU is surging in arms manufacturing and exports, report says.

Geopolitics

US-Israel war on Iran: A brief history of mission creep and false promises

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Modern wars show how easily leaders meet rhetorical burden of justification and avoid strategic burden of ending them.

Geopolitics

Iranians celebrate as Mojtaba Khamenei named new supreme leader

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Supporters across Iran gathered to celebrate after Mojtaba Khamenei was named the country’s new supreme leader.

Geopolitics

Most victims of US-Israeli attacks are civilians, says Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran’s deputy health minister, Dr Ali Jafarian, says more than 1,255 people have been killed and that most are civilians

Geopolitics

Turkey: Heated trial of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu opens

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The contentious trial of Istanbul's deposed mayor, once the main rival to President Erdogan, got off to a rocky start. The opposition CHP party calls the corru…

Geopolitics

Ali Khamenei’s son Mojtaba chosen as Iran’s new supreme leader | First Thing

The Guardian – World · Europe

Move could lead to escalation of war as Donald Trump has already called Mojtaba Khamenei an ‘unacceptable’ choice. Plus, stormy space weather may be garbling m…

Geopolitics

DHS leadership change is not enough to reopen government and start funding department, says Hakeem Jeffries – US politics live

The Guardian – World · Europe

House minority leader says ‘we want ICE to conduct itself like other law enforcement agencies, not use tax dollars to kill American citizens’Sign up for the Br…

Geopolitics

Guinea opposition leader urges 'direct resistance' after 40 parties dissolved

BBC News – World · Europe

Cellou Dalein Diallo accuses the junta-leader-turned-president of erasing political threats.

Geopolitics

Israeli Forces Raid New Areas in Southern Lebanon

The New York Times – World · US

Israeli fighter jets also bombarded the southern outskirts of Beirut, the Lebanese capital, as part of its escalating military campaign against Hezbollah.

Geopolitics

Amid Iran war, US ramping up B-21 Raider production: What makes the next-gen bomber stand out

Times of India – World · India

The US Air Force will increase production of its new B-21 Raider stealth bomber. This move aims to speed up deliveries and bolster the nation's long-range stri…

Geopolitics

Middle East tensions force IndiGo Delhi–Manchester flight to make U-turn mid-air

Times of India – World · India

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester returned to Delhi shortly after takeoff. This happened due to sudden airspace restrictions. These restrictions are li…

Geopolitics

Trump's China visit to be confined to Beijing amid security concerns: Report

Times of India – World · India

US President Donald Trump's upcoming China visit, scheduled from March 31 to April 2, will be limited to Beijing due to a packed schedule and security concerns…

Geopolitics

Tehran threatens to confiscate property of Iranians abroad who back attacks on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

Some members of the Iranian diaspora who want ‌political change in Tehran took to the streets of ‌European and American cities to celebrate ‌the ⁠killing of Su…

Geopolitics

Taiwan tensions No 1 in Beijing’s top 10 geopolitical risks of 2026: think tank

South China Morning Post – World · China

Escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait remain Beijing’s foremost external security concern for 2026, fuelled by uncertainties surrounding the US midterm elec…

Geopolitics

Video shows apparent US strike as Trump blames Iran for school massacre

South China Morning Post – World · China

New video from Iranian state media shows a missile slamming into a compound in southern Iran, as evidence mounted that the US military was most likely responsi…

Geopolitics

In Malaysia, Anwar’s reformist image at risk as Daim family sues over ‘Zionist’ claims

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is facing a fresh political test after the family of late former finance minister Daim Zainuddin sued his government ove…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh shuts universities, limits fuel sale as Iran war causes shortage

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Bangladesh relies on imports for 95 percent of energy needs which have been disrupted after conflict in the Middle East.

Geopolitics

What asymmetric warfare may tell us about Iran’s fighting chances

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

In war, a weaker opponent will often resort to asymmetric warfare, a tactic Iran is likely to exploit against the US.

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