Geopolitics
An outlier for condemning Israel’s Gaza genocide, Spain says no to Iran war
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Spain's socialist president is locked in a war of words with Washington, which has threatened to cut trade ties.
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Geopolitics
Nepal election 2026: Who are the contenders and what’s at stake?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Nepal is set to vote on Thursday in pivotal election that comes months after historic protests toppled the government.
Geopolitics
‘Israel at its peak power in the Middle East and it’s downhill from here’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
'Israel is at its peak power in the Middle East and it's downhill from here'
Geopolitics
Why are the US and Israel framing the ongoing conflict as a religious war?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US troops reportedly told the war in Iran is intended to bring about biblical end times, Armageddon.
Geopolitics
Fact check: Debunking claims in the US-Israel war with Iran
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Videos claiming to show the US–Israel–Iran war are flooding social media. And while many look dramatic or terrifying, a lot of them are fake, AI‑generated, or …
Geopolitics
Senate to vote on resolution that would prevent Trump continuing Iran war | First Thing
The Guardian – World · Europe
Vote to come after Israel launches wave of strikes on Tehran. Plus, why a ChatGPT boycott could workDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGo…
Geopolitics
Trump administration waging illegal war on Iran, experts say
The Guardian – World · Europe
Administration offers shifting explanations as it acts without congressional approval or legal premiseThe Trump administration is waging an illegal war on Iran…
Geopolitics
Talarico wins Texas Democratic primary as Republicans face runoff – US politics live
The Guardian – World · Europe
Republican contest in May could provide Democrats with opening to finally win over staunchly red stateSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter …
Geopolitics
Special relationship is not ‘hanging on to Trump’s words’, says Starmer – UK politics live
The Guardian – World · Europe
PM says the US use of British bases and UK jets shooting down drones shows the links between the two nationsStarmer begins PMQs by telling the Commons that his…
Geopolitics
Partner of sitting Labour MP among three arrested on suspicion of spying for China
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: Trio arrested by counter-terrorism police understood to also include partner of a former Labour MPThe partner of a sitting Labour MP is among three …
Geopolitics
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of former supreme leader, tipped to become Iran’s next head of state
The Guardian – World · Europe
Choice of anti-western candidate would give signal that senior figures will not seek accommodation with USMiddle East crisis – live updatesWhat we know on day …
Geopolitics
‘No to war’: Sánchez doubles down after Trump threat to cut off trade with Spain
The Guardian – World · Europe
PM says his country will not be complicit in growing conflict in Middle East ‘simply out of fear of reprisals from someone’Middle East crisis – live updatesEur…
General
Trump administration could order U.S. manufacturers to make more munitions amid Iran war
NBC News – World · US
WASHINGTON — Concerns over depleting munitions used to defend American forces in the Middle East may lead the Trump administration to force defense companies t…
Geopolitics
On Iran, Vance Balances Between Trump and the Anti-Intervention Right
The New York Times – World · US
JD Vance long championed opposition to conflicts abroad. With President Trump all-in on war with Iran, the vice president is staying loyal even as allies make …
Geopolitics
Iran Made Secret Outreach After Strikes, Highlighting Trump’s Challenge
The New York Times – World · US
President Trump is beginning to consider what sort of Iranian government might come next, as the U.S.-Israeli assault continues.
Geopolitics
After U.S. Attacks on Iran, FIFA Grapples With How to Handle the World Cup
The New York Times – World · US
Soccer’s global governing body is grappling with a World Cup first: a tournament host going to war with a participating nation.
Geopolitics
Inside Trump’s second-term military playbook: Strikes, raids and global interventions
Times of India – World · India
The most dramatic escalation came on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes across Iran targeting military installations a…
Geopolitics
Iran's judiciary chief threatens those who say or do anything' in support of U.S.-Israeli airstrikes
The Hindu – World · India
Gholam Hosseini Mohseni Ejehei remarks raised the possibility of those detained facing death-penalty charges, as cooperating with an enemy can carry execution …
Geopolitics
‘Imaginary, invented threat’: Russia says U.S. attacked Iran on false pretext, condemns call for Iranians to seize power
The Hindu – World · India
Without mentioning U.S. President Donald Trump by name, Foreign Ministry spokesperson alluded to his call for Iranians to take power from the clerical leader…
Geopolitics
Spain's Sanchez stands firm on opposition to war in Iran despite Trump's trade threat
The Hindu – World · India
It's not clear how Mr. Trump would cut off trade with Spain, a European Union member. The EU negotiates trade on behalf of all its 27 members
Geopolitics
Iran says ‘trying’ to swiftly appoint new Supreme Leader
The Hindu – World · India
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said that any Iranian leader picked to succeed Khamenei "will be a certain target for assassination"
Geopolitics
Thai poll body certifies election results, clearing path for new parliament
The Hindu – World · India
Under the rules, the new parliament must meet within 15 days of certification; it will elect a speaker and deputy speaker and will then choose a Prime Min…
Geopolitics
Iran-Israel war: A day‑by‑day rundown of the escalating crisis
The Hindu – World · India
A joint U.S.-Israel attack on Iran and the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have plunged West Asia into a fast‑spreading war, with Tehran and i…
Geopolitics
Israel says next leader of Iran also a ‘target for elimination’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Israel’s defence minister on Wednesday threatened whoever Iran picks to be the country’s next supreme leader, saying he will be “a target for elimination”. Isr…
Geopolitics
Philippines’ Duterte-Carpio ordered to answer impeachment charges over wealth, threats
South China Morning Post – World · China
Philippine lawmakers ordered Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio on Wednesday to respond to impeachment complaints against her after finding substance to allega…
Geopolitics
China’s top advisory body urges Greater Bay Area cities to align rules, regulations
South China Morning Post – World · China
China’s top advisory body has called on Hong Kong, Macau and the nine other Guangdong cities of the Greater Bay Area to better align their rules and regulation…
Geopolitics
Malaysia’s Anwar under pressure after parliamentary setback complicates reform push
South China Morning Post – World · China
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may face growing difficulty pushing through major reforms as Malaysia edges closer to its next general election, analysts have sai…
Geopolitics
Destruction seen after attack on Iran’s Assembly of Experts building
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Videos show the aftermath of an air attack on Iran’s Assembly of Experts building in the city of Qom.
Geopolitics
How long can Israel sustain a military conflict with Iran?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Public support for Israel's war effort contrasts with doubts over its long-term military and economic sustainability.
Geopolitics
Trump says Iran leader alternatives mostly killed
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Trump told reporters that most of the people he had considered as potential future leaders for Iran are now dead.
Geopolitics
IRGC says Iran in ‘complete control’ of Strait of Hormuz amid Trump threats
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
One-fifth of the global oil is shipped through the strait, which remains effectively closed amid US-Israeli war on Iran.
Geopolitics
Will the US put ‘boots on the ground’ in Iran?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Trump hasn't ruled out ground troops in Iran, but experts expect targeted special ops over an invasion.
Geopolitics
Analyst says interest in Epstein files plummeted after war on Iran launched
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Republican US Congressman Thomas Massie has said the war 'won’t make the Epstein files go away'.
Geopolitics
Hundreds of drones target Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE amid Iran war
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
IRGC says the attacks are among its 'first powerful steps' as it continues strikes on US assets in Gulf countries.
Geopolitics
Iran attacks on Dubai highlight influencers' limits on free speech
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Dubai influencers are accused of "tone-deaf" social media posts as they react — or avoid reacting — to the Iranian missile attacks on the United Arab Emirates.
Geopolitics
Attempt to destroy Iran’s nuclear programme could backfire and drive regime towards a bomb, experts warn
The Guardian – World · Europe
US-Israeli onslaught may lead regime to push for bomb or embolden other groups to steal uranium stockpileThe US-Israeli onslaught against Iran is intended to r…
Geopolitics
Adelaide University cancels literary festival event with UN Gaza investigator Francesca Albanese
The Guardian – World · Europe
Festival organisers criticise the university for last-minute booking cancellation of event headlined by special rapporteur for Palestinian territoriesFollow ou…
Geopolitics
US planning to arm Kurdish forces to trigger uprising in Iran: Report
Times of India – World · India
The CIA is reportedly planning to arm Kurdish forces in Iran to incite a popular uprising, with the Trump administration in talks with opposition groups and Ku…
Geopolitics
Kashmir protests over Khamenei’s killing: Meta blocks newspapers, MP booked for ‘misleading content’
Times of India – World · India
Following protests over Iran's supreme leader's death, Jammu and Kashmir schools closed until March 7. Meta blocked local newspaper accounts, drawing criticism…
Geopolitics
From protests to polls: Nepal to vote after a Gen Z uprising redraws its political map
Times of India – World · India
Nepal is at a critical juncture as nearly 19 million voters elect a new House of Representatives. This election is significantly influenced by a youth-led upri…
Geopolitics
Israel says whoever is chosen as Iran's next supreme leader will be 'target for elimination'
The Hindu – World · India
Israel targetted a building on Tuesday (March 3, 2026) associated with Iran's Assembly of Experts, which will select the new supreme leader
Geopolitics
Iranians to bid farewell to late Supreme Leader Khamenei at Tehran ceremony
The Hindu – World · India
The farewell ceremony would continue for three days and the funeral procession will be announced later
Geopolitics
Strait of Hormuz disruption: Pakistan seeks Saudi oil supplies via Yanbu port
The Hindu – World · India
“Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik raised the issue in a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki,” according to a Minis…
Geopolitics
Iran’s relationship with the United States: An estranged friend to an ‘arrogant’ power
The Hindu – World · India
- Khamenei defines 'istikbar' (arrogance) as government overreach, citing U.S. military bases and resource exploitation as examples. - Iran’s grievance with …
Geopolitics
Iran war: Congress taking first votes as debate rages about U.S. goals
The Hindu – World · India
The votes in Congress this week represented potentially consequential markers of just where lawmakers stand on the war as they look ahead to midterm elections …
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