Geopolitics
Trump says ‘someone from within’ Iranian regime might be best choice to lead once war ends
The Hindu – World · India
“Most of the people we had in mind are dead,” the U.S. President said in an exchange in the Oval Office
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Geopolitics
Myanmar junta to ration fuel for private vehicles, blaming shipping disruptions in West Asia
The Hindu – World · India
The NDSC warned businesses and individuals not to hoard fuel for resale at inflated prices, saying that violators would be prosecuted
Geopolitics
Texas tests party fault lines as 2026 US midterms begin
South China Morning Post – World · China
A bruising Texas Republican primary is advancing to a run-off vote, laying bare the struggle for control of US President Donald Trump’s party as the 2026 midte…
Geopolitics
The Iran strikes could become a midterm reckoning – for Trump and Israel
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Conservative dissent over the war is fracturing the GOP and testing the durability of US support for Israel.
Geopolitics
Iraq, caught in the middle, braces for Iran war impact
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Iraq is the only country in the Middle East to be targeted by both sides in the current conflict. There, the war could impact everything from the next governme…
Geopolitics
US commerce secretary to testify before Congress about Epstein ties
BBC News – World · Europe
The cabinet member "voluntarily" agreed to be interviewed, weeks after acknowledging that he visited Epstein's island.
Geopolitics
What to know about the 'two sessions', China's biggest political meeting
BBC News – World · Europe
The carefully choreographed annual meetings signal the priorities of the world's second-largest economy.
Geopolitics
What to Know About Nepal's Gen Z Election
The New York Times – World · US
Nepal is holding its first election since a youth-led uprising against corruption toppled the government last year. Here is what to know.
Geopolitics
Here is the latest.
The New York Times – World · US
- U.S. confirms two more American deaths in Iranian attacks; evacuates citizens via charter flight. - NATO intercepts Iranian missile; U.S. sinks Iranian shi…
Geopolitics
Iran war worry for HP hoteliers: Will Israelis come this summer?
Times of India – World · India
Hoteliers in Kullu Valley are anxiously monitoring the ongoing conflict, fearing a significant drop in Israeli tourist arrivals this summer. These visitors ar…
Geopolitics
Tamil Nadu polls: Congress wants 41, DMK sticks to 25 seats plus one Rajya Sabha
Times of India – World · India
Congress and DMK commenced seat-sharing discussions for upcoming elections, with Congress seeking 41 assembly and two Rajya Sabha seats. DMK countered with an …
Geopolitics
'Most people we had in mind are dead': Trump after Khamenei assassination
Times of India – World · India
US President Trump stated that "most of the people we had in mind are dead" following reported Iranian leadership casualties in Operation Epic Fury. He claimed…
Geopolitics
Nepal’s general election on March 5 seeks political change
The Hindu – World · India
The election is being held two years early due to Gen Z protests that resulted in 77 deaths, including 19 from police gunfire on the first day of demonstration…
Geopolitics
‘American people don’t want an endless war’, says Schumer on Iran war
The Hindu – World · India
- Schumer warns against endless war with Iran, citing public opposition. - He emphasizes the risks of prolonged conflict on U.S. security and economy. - Ca…
Geopolitics
‘Military ventures bring long-term decline’: How Beijing views the Iran crisis
The Hindu – World · India
Wang Dong, professor at the School of International Studies at Peking University, shares a perspective on how the attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, and th…
Geopolitics
Defence contractors, like Lockheed, seen removing Anthropic's AI after Trump ban
The Hindu – World · India
With huge government contracts at stake, defence contractors would be quick to comply with the Pentagon’s ban, lawyers said
Geopolitics
US and Kurds discuss potential Iran military operation: sources
South China Morning Post – World · China
Iranian Kurdish militias have consulted with the United States in recent days about whether, and how, to attack Iran’s security forces in the western part of…
Geopolitics
Is the US at war with Iran, and will it put boots on the ground?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Some of the main questions asked about the military developments in the Middle East, and what we know so far.
Geopolitics
US senators fear ‘boots on the ground’ after Iran war briefing
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Democratic senators voiced alarm after a classified briefing on the US‑Israeli war with Iran.
Geopolitics
US Commerce Secretary Lutnick to testify before Congress about Epstein ties
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Lutnick's relationship with financier has come under scrutiny after files revealed closer ties than previously known.
Geopolitics
Middle East crisis live: US says nearly 2,000 targets hit in Iran war; Trump says navy may escort tankers through Strait of Hormuz
The Guardian – World · Europe
US military says strikes in the first 24 hours was nearly double the scale of the 2003 ‘shock-and-awe’ operation in Iraq; US president orders insurance to be p…
General
Trump: Iran was ‘going to attack first’
NBC News – World · US
President Trump said that his decision to strike the Iranian regime was made in part because he said Iran was ‘going to attack first.’ NBC News’ Garrett Haake …
Geopolitics
How long will the present Middle East war last? Senior army veteran explains
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver global news and updates. - Committed to excellence, it verifies and presents breaking news, an…
Geopolitics
U.S. says 2,000 targets hit as Iran retaliates across Gulf
The Hindu – World · India
With global energy prices on the rise, U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy was ready to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, the vital c…
Geopolitics
‘Worst case is replacing Iranian leaders with someone no better!’ - Trump
The Hindu – World · India
- Trump warns replacing Iranian leaders with "someone no better" is the worst-case scenario. - Comments reference ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear progra…
Geopolitics
China’s war on corruption – is this just the end of the beginning?
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
Duterte allies use Iran war threat to attack Philippines’ US ties
South China Morning Post – World · China
Supporters of former president Rodrigo Duterte have amplified viral claims that Iran could target the Philippines in retaliation for US actions in the Middle E…
Geopolitics
Thousands of passengers ‘stuck’ in Indonesia’s Bali after war grounds planes
South China Morning Post – World · China
Passengers stranded on the Indonesian resort island of Bali clamoured for flight news on Tuesday as the outbreak of war in the Middle East grounded planes and …
Geopolitics
Rubio says Iran was ‘playing’ US in negotiations
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, saying “the world will be safer”.
Geopolitics
Qatar announces arrest of Iran’s IRGC sleeper cells
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Tehran has launched multiple attacks on Qatar and other Gulf states since US-Israeli strikes on Iran began on Saturday.
Geopolitics
Unpacking US justification for Iran attacks
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US officials confirmed the US didn’t attack Iran because of an ‘imminent threat’ but because Israel was going to strike.
Geopolitics
UK to end study visas for Myanmar, Afghanistan, Cameroon, Sudan students
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The ban on students from the four countries comes amid a rise in anti-immigration sentiment in the UK.
Geopolitics
Protests in Venezuela against US-Israeli war on Iran
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Protesters in Venezuela have rallied outside the Iranian Embassy to condemn the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Geopolitics
Nepal election: Is the monarchy still a force, two decades after ouster?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ex-King Gyanendra Shah was removed from power 20 years ago. Will a Nepal in political flux give him another chance?
Geopolitics
UK stops issuing student visas for four nations
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The UK Home Office has announced an "emergency brake" on study visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan. It said people were using the…
Geopolitics
Can’t win? Drop out: California Democrats plead with governor hopefuls as party fears Republican surge
The Guardian – World · Europe
Party worries crowded field to replace Gavin Newsom – and quirk of primary system – could open door for Republicans in NovemberIt’s been three decades since De…
Geopolitics
Fight between Texas Republicans for US Senate seat leaves party on edge
The Guardian – World · Europe
Party worries a victory by Maga darling Ken Paxton over John Cornyn would open door to Democrats in red stateFour-term Republican US senator John Cornyn is fig…
Geopolitics
Texas polls begin to close as Democratic rivals battle in Senate primary
The Guardian – World · Europe
Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico locked in fiercely contested race as Democrats eye upset in midtermsAs polls began to close across Texas on Tuesday evening…
Geopolitics
Most Reform members believe non-white UK citizens born abroad should be forced or encouraged to leave, poll finds
The Guardian – World · Europe
Nigel Farage’s recent efforts to woo centre-ground voters may cause tension in party’s right flank, says Hope Not HateMore than half of Reform UK members belie…
Geopolitics
UK puts emergency brake on study visas for four countries’ nationals
The Guardian – World · Europe
Shabana Mahmood says UK’s generosity abused as visas halted for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and SudanThe government has imposed an emergency …
Geopolitics
Pentagon names four of six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base
The Guardian – World · Europe
Trump said service members killed were ‘true American patriots’ but warned more US deaths in Iran war likelyThe US Department of Defense on Tuesday identified …
Geopolitics
MPs say Starmer’s UK-EU reset lacks ‘direction, definition and drive’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Foreign affairs committee report finds summit improved political relationship but efforts lack ‘strategic priorities’Keir Starmer’s efforts to reset the UK’s r…
Geopolitics
New Zealand coalition votes to make English an official language as critics slam ‘cynical’ bill
The Guardian – World · Europe
Push to give English same status as Māori and NZ sign languages sparks backlash from opposition parties and linguistic expertsA bill to recognise English as an…
Geopolitics
China’s Two Sessions: what are the meetings and why do they matter?
The Guardian – World · Europe
Annual political gathering kicks off this week in Beijing with the economy, technology and the military high on the agendaMore generals purged as Chinese deleg…
General
U.S. allies in Middle East denounce Iran attacks
NBC News – World · US
Iran’s decision to retaliate across the Middle East has amounted to a strategic mistake, isolating Tehran and angering neighbors, sources tell NBC News.
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