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Geopolitics

'Desi Maduro model, political abduction': Reactions pour in over Nitish's Rajya Sabha plan

Times of India – World · India

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar confirmed his Rajya Sabha nomination, sparking political uproar. Opposition leaders criticized the move, calling it a "leader…

Geopolitics

What is Minuteman III missile? The 'doomsday' weapon US tested amid war with Iran

Times of India – World · India

The United States conducted a test of its nuclear-capable Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile off the California coast. This unarmed missile launc…

Geopolitics

The Hindu e-book on Iran offers a look at threats facing the Islamic Republic

The Hindu – World · India

This e-book explores a nation grappling with the gradual decay of its original revolutionary ideals, its “Resistance Economy” that is designed to survive but n…

Geopolitics

No issue can be resolved through military conflict: PM Modi

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Modi made the remarks after holding wide-ranging talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, who is on a four-day visit to India

Geopolitics

Kim tests missile from new destroyer as North Korea draws lessons from Iran conflict

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected a newly built destroyer and oversaw a test launch of what state media called a “strategic cruise missile” this week, …

Geopolitics

Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Over six consecutive days since Friday, for the first time in at least three years, Beijing dispatched no warplanes near Taiwan, a pause which analysts say ref…

Geopolitics

Safe air corridors enable stranded Hongkongers to return from Middle East amid war

South China Morning Post – World · China

The first passenger flight to return to Hong Kong from the Middle East on Wednesday night amid the escalating conflict in the region was made possible by safe …

Geopolitics

Video: Intense US-Israeli bombardment across Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Intense US-Israeli bombardment sent flames and plumes of smoke into the night sky across Iran.

Geopolitics

Iran denies firing missile towards Turkiye after NATO interception

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Turkiye's Defence Ministry had said a ⁠ballistic missile ⁠was destroyed ⁠by NATO over ‌the eastern Mediterranean.

Geopolitics

Pro-Palestine protest organisers ‘a pack of communists’ intent on confrontation with police, Minns tells budget estimates

The Guardian – World · Europe

New South Wales premier faces questions over what he told MPs who attended demonstration opposing Israeli president Isaac Herzog’s visitFollow our Australia ne…

Geopolitics

Can you watch without wincing? Seven times Australian politicians burst into song

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tim Wilson’s take on a Billy Joel classic has triggered cheers and jeers in parliament. We look back at some unforgettable ‘performances’One hopes for a calm a…

Geopolitics

‘New govt will have my full support’: Nitish Kumar to step down as Bihar CM; Rajya Sabha move next

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and pres…

Geopolitics

Use of Afghan soil for terror against Pakistan unacceptable: Army chief Munir

The Hindu – World · India

Asim Munir visited Wana in South Waziristan district along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where he reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational…

Geopolitics

Nepal Elections 2026: Key parties and candidates

The Hindu – World · India

Nepal election is being held two years ahead of schedule because of the two-day Gen Z protests.

Geopolitics

U.S. will ‘bitterly regret’ attacking IRIS Dena: Iranian Foreign Minister

The Hindu – World · India

The official reaction from Tehran comes a day after a U.S. submarine attacked Iranian warship IRIS Dena, which sank in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka’s souther…

Geopolitics

Leverage unique strengths and global role, Beijing’s No 2 tells Hong Kong

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called on Hong Kong to leverage its “unique strengths” and pivotal role in connecting with the world, with backing from the mainla…

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s Arm chip deal probe turns political as ex-aide says: ‘I am not Jho Low 2.0’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s anti-corruption investigation into a flagship chip-design deal with Britain’s Arm Holdings took a more combustible turn on Thursday after a former g…

Geopolitics

Texan James Talarico: is this the face of Democrats’ 2026 US midterm hopes?

South China Morning Post – World · China

James Talarico barely mentioned Donald Trump when he finally got to give his victory speech on Wednesday night as Democrats’ nominee for US Senate in Texas. Bu…

Geopolitics

Senate Republicans block war powers resolution on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Senate Republicans, joined by a Democrat, voted down a war powers resolution on President Donald Trump's war with Iran.

Geopolitics

Demonstrators across Iran condemn US-Israeli war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranian media shared footage from several cities showing demonstrators condemning the US-Israeli war.

Geopolitics

Iran’s succession question: Rouhani’s name resurfaces amid leadership void

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rouhani's legacy of pragmatism and moderation gains renewed relevance amid Iran's sensitive leadership transition phase.

Geopolitics

Iranian rockets intercepted over central Israel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Interceptors were seen lighting up the sky over central Israel as sirens blared in response to Iranian rockets.

Geopolitics

Who is choosing Iran’s next Supreme Leader?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran’s Assembly of Experts is now tasked with choosing the next Supreme Leader. It elected Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in 198

Geopolitics

North Korea’s Kim oversees cruise missile tests from new naval destroyer

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Kim Jong Un supervised the launch of sea-to-surface 'strategic cruise missiles' from country's new naval destroyer.

Geopolitics

Iran war live updates: Mark Carney doesn’t rule out Canada joining war; Israel launches fresh strikes on Tehran

The Guardian – World · Europe

Canadian PM says the US-Israeli strikes on Iran were ‘inconsistent with international law’ but that his country ‘will stand by our allies’. Follow the latest n…

Geopolitics

In a Riskier Era, China Bets on Technology to Resist U.S. Pressure

The New York Times – World · US

China announced a 7 percent increase in military spending and a five-year plan to try to reduce its military and industry’s reliance on Western technology.

Geopolitics

Nepal goes to polls in first general election since government-toppling Gen Z protests last year

The Hindu – World · India

The voting started at 7 a.m. and will conclude at 5 p.m.; the counting will start immediately after the ballot boxes are collected

Geopolitics

Nepal elections 2026 LIVE: Nepal goes to polls months after Gen Z protest

The Hindu – World · India

Nepal interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki says elections crucial for ‘determining our future’

Geopolitics

Why China’s anti-corruption drive in academia is vital to its science and tech ambitions

South China Morning Post – World · China

In the run-up to this year’s ‘two sessions’ – the annual meetings of China’s top legislature and political advisory body – high-level policymakers have stresse…

Geopolitics

US lawmakers vote to subpoena Pam Bondi over Epstein files

South China Morning Post – World · China

The House Oversight Committee voted on Wednesday to subpoena US Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer questions over the Justice Department’s handling of files …

Geopolitics

US Senate rejects bid to curb Trump’s Iran war powers as Pentagon set to increase attacks

South China Morning Post – World · China

A bipartisan resolution that would block US President Donald Trump from launching further strikes on Iran failed to pass the Senate floor on Wednesday, as the …

Geopolitics

China ‘two sessions’: Beijing will ‘crack down on separatist activities’ in Taiwan

South China Morning Post – World · China

This live blog is freely available to our registered users. Please log in or create an account below. For full coverage of the 15th five-year plan, including p…

Geopolitics

China waits and watches as the US fights all its tigers at once

South China Morning Post – World · China

The bombs falling on Iran have extinguished any remaining doubt. The US-Israeli military campaign has ignited a major regional war. This explosion of violence …

Geopolitics

A guide to how the Iran war has ricocheted across the Middle East and beyond

South China Morning Post – World · China

The unfolding Iran war has ricocheted across the region and beyond, with nearly every country in the Middle East sustaining damage from missile hits, drone str…

Geopolitics

Why is Israel is moving deeper into southern Lebanon?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel has ordered residents south of the Litani River to evacuate as its forces move deeper into Lebanon.

Geopolitics

Trump administration launches US military operation in Ecuador

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Critics have questioned the increasing scope and deadly consequences of US anti-narcotics operations in Latin America.

Geopolitics

US Senate fails to advance war powers measure to rein in Trump’s Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

In 47-52 procedural vote, a resolution to curtail Trump's powers was defeated, though a separate House vote is expected.

Geopolitics

Trump: US forces doing ‘very well on the war front’ in Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump said if he had to rate his war on Iran from one to ten, he would give it a fifteen.

Geopolitics

How is the war playing out in Iran?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US-Israeli assassination of Iran's top leadership has left a power vacuum in the country.

Geopolitics

US will ‘rain missiles’, ‘death and destruction’ on Iran, Trump aides say

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president says on a scale of one to 10, he would rate the war's success at 15, as Iran details civilian sites hit.

Geopolitics

Venezuela’s president vows mining reform amid visit from US cabinet member

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has met with Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas.

Geopolitics

Cuba hit by widespread blackout; Ecuador expels Havana’s ambassador, staff

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Cuba's Ambassador to Ecuador Basilio Gutierrez and his diplomatic staff were given 48 hours to leave Quito.

Geopolitics

US Senator helps police drag anti-war protester from meeting

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US Senator Tim Sheehy joined police in forcefully ejecting anti-war protestor and former Marine Brian McGinnis.

Geopolitics

Trump had a ‘good feeling’ Iran would strike the US: White House

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said US President Donald Trump had a “good feeling” Iran was about to attac

Geopolitics

Iran war: Evacuation flights ramp up bringing stranded home

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Governments across the world are stepping up repatriation flights from the Middle East as the US-led war against Iran poses the biggest disruption to global ai…

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