Geopolitics
As bombing continues, Israel’s war aim in Iran becomes clear: Regime change
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israel aims for regime change in Iran, but may not care as much about whether the transition is smooth.
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Geopolitics
Nepal’s Gen Z threw out old parties. Will it vote for them in key election?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Last year's protests reflected popular disenchantment with established political parties, which are again seeking power.
Geopolitics
Israel strikes Lebanon’s Beirut again; Hezbollah launches drones at Israel
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The Israeli army says it is striking Hezbollah targets as its raids cause mass displacement in Lebanon.
Geopolitics
What we know on day four of US-Israeli attacks on Iran
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Washington says 'harder hits' are still to come, as Tehran retaliates by closing the Strait of Hormuz.
Geopolitics
Middle East crisis live: Netanyahu says war will take ‘some time’; US ’non-emergency’ staff to leave Bahrain, Jordan and Iraq
The Guardian – World · Europe
Israeli PM adds that it will not be an ‘endless war’; Israeli military lists dozens of locations in Lebanon that could be targeted – follow the latest newsUS s…
Geopolitics
In Myanmar, Junta Leader Eyes the Title of President
The New York Times – World · US
The military ruler of Myanmar, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, is expected to seek a civilian post to add a veneer of legitimacy after sham elections.
Geopolitics
When Trump Meets Germany’s Merz, Iran Will Likely Dominate Discussion
The New York Times – World · US
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to Washington, long planned, is now likely to be dominated by discussions of the attack, which Europeans did not take part in.
Geopolitics
'Laser-focused' Op Epic Fury: US shares footage of hitting Iran 'unapologetically' — Watch
Times of India – World · India
US Central Command has released night-vision footage showing a drone strike on a white truck in Iran under Operation Epic Fury. The video comes as US officials…
Geopolitics
'They tried to assassinate Trump twice': Netanyahu lists reasons on why Iran strike 'was needed'
Times of India – World · India
- TOI World Desk features seasoned journalists and writers covering global events with diverse perspectives. - Team prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeline…
Geopolitics
US hits Iran’s ‘command & control’ sites; Trump says war ‘can be fought forever’
Times of India – World · India
US President Donald Trump said America has an “unlimited supply” of weapons and claimed wars can be fought “forever” as tensions with Iran escalate following t…
Geopolitics
U.S. urges citizens to immediately depart over a dozen West Asian countries
The Hindu – World · India
“U.S. citizens should leave using available commercial transportation, due to safety risks,” says the State Department's assistant secretary for consular affa…
Geopolitics
US-Israel war on Iran disrupts 54 Hong Kong-Mideast flights as airspace remains closed
South China Morning Post – World · China
The number of flights between Hong Kong and the Middle East disrupted by the US-Israeli strikes on Iran has risen to 54, as ongoing airspace closures force Gul…
Geopolitics
US Embassy in Saudi capital Riyadh hit by drones, fire reported: Ministry
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Saudi Defence Ministry says fire broke out at the embassy, but the compound sustained only 'minor' damage.
Geopolitics
Israeli attacks kill dozens of people across Lebanon
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed more than 50 people. It says the strikes are a response to Hezbollah rockets.
Geopolitics
UAE resumes limited flights amid travel chaos across Middle East
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Dubai's airport authority says it authorised a limited number of flights as hundreds of thousands remain stranded.
Geopolitics
Iran war: Trump vows response after US embassy in Riyadh hit
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Explosions were reported at the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after a drone attack. Meanwhile, Israel said it conducted strikes on Hezbollah sites in Leb…
Geopolitics
U.S. Embassy in Saudi Capital Hit by 2 Drones on Tuesday, Kingdom Says
The New York Times – World · US
Americans in Riyadh and other cities were advised to shelter in place immediately.
Geopolitics
‘Pray We Make It Through the Night’: Iran’s Capital Under Siege
The New York Times – World · US
Many residents of Tehran managed to get out of town when the U.S. and Israel attack began, but others who could not described living under bombardment.
Geopolitics
Trump open to 'boots on the ground' in Iran - what does it mean?
Times of India – World · India
US President Donald Trump has not ruled out deploying troops to Iran if circumstances necessitate it, stating all military options remain open. While he believ…
Geopolitics
Netanyahu says Iran conflict won’t be ‘endless war’
The Hindu – World · India
“You’re not going to have an endless war,” Mr. Netanyahu said. “This is going to be a quick and decisive action.”
Geopolitics
Trump suggests U.S. to retaliate 'soon' over embassy strike in Riyadh
The Hindu – World · India
Speaking to the NewsNation network, President Trump said, "You’ll find out soon" how the United States would respond, without providing further detail, after t…
Geopolitics
Watch: Netanyahu says US and Israel’s war against Iran will not be an endless one
The Hindu – World · India
- Netanyahu asserts the US-Israel war against Iran will not be endless. - Joint efforts aim to counter Iranian threats through military action. - Conflict …
Geopolitics
Israel army issues new evacuation warnings in Lebanon
The Hindu – World · India
"Urgent warning to the residents of Lebanon, specifically in the villages whose names are shown. For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately," s…
Geopolitics
US House panel releases video of Clintons’ Epstein depositions
South China Morning Post – World · China
A US congressional committee investigating convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released videos on Monday of the depositions of Bill and Hillary Clinton. The…
Geopolitics
US considers capping Nvidia H200 sales at 75,000 per Chinese customer
South China Morning Post – World · China
US officials are considering caps on the number of AI accelerators Nvidia can export to any one Chinese company, which would further constrain the chipmaker’s …
Geopolitics
Young Nepalis hope post-uprising election candidates shun ‘same old patterns’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Sangharsh Bhusal returned to the spot outside Nepal’s parliament building where police shot him last year. The 28-year-old still bears scars on his head, hand …
Geopolitics
‘Two sessions’ to ‘focus on Hong Kong’s financial role, Northern Metropolis’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hundreds of Hong Kong politicians and business leaders head to Beijing on Tuesday for the nation’s annual “two sessions”, with observers expecting discussions …
Geopolitics
Kim Jong-un’s daughter may well become North Korea’s first female leader
South China Morning Post – World · China
A recent report by South Korea’s National Intelligence Service suggests Kim Jong-un has selected his daughter, Ju-ae (or possibly Ju-hae), to succeed him as No…
Geopolitics
Rubio suggests US strikes on Iran were influenced by Israeli plans
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Secretary of state says he hopes Iranian people will overthrow regime, as US military says six service members killed.
Geopolitics
What dangers does the Iran war pose for Israel?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Both the collapse and survival of Iran's Islamic Republic pose risks.
Geopolitics
Iran says will attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ebrahim Jabari, a senior adviser to the IRGC's commander-in-chief, reiterates that the Strait of Hormuz is 'closed'.
Geopolitics
Witness describes Israeli-US ‘double-tap’ strike on downtown Tehran
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A witness says the US and Israel bombed civilians in Tehran, as they rushed to help survivors from another bombing.
Geopolitics
Iranian missiles, interceptions seen over Israel
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Missiles were seen over Israel after the Israeli military said it had identified a new wave launched from Iran.
Geopolitics
US’s Rubio tries to justify attacks on Iran as driven by self-defence
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Marco Rubio has tried to justify the coordinated attacks with Israel on Iran since Saturday as driven by self-defence.
Geopolitics
Pakistan imposes curfew after deadly Iran protests
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Violent demonstrations erupted in several Pakistani cities over the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Authorities sent in the army and imposed a c…
Geopolitics
Melania Trump urges protecting children’s education at UN after Iran school strike
The Guardian – World · Europe
The first lady’s UN security council speech came days after Iranian media reported an airstrike killed 165 people and injured 96 others at girls’ schoolSign up…
Geopolitics
Supreme court hands Republicans win over preserving New York City voting district
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ruling retains boundaries for 2026 elections despite state court ruling it was unfair to Black and Hispanic residentsThe supreme court on Monday sided with Rep…
Geopolitics
Trump will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for first time as president
The Guardian – World · Europe
Trump boycotted the dinner in 2017 and has not attended any in either of his terms as presidentDonald Trump said Monday he will attend the White House correspo…
Geopolitics
Civilian deaths in Iran pass 200 amid fear of bombs and regime clampdown
The Guardian – World · Europe
As US-Israeli airstrikes hit their cities, people tell of how the authorities are warning them off the streets At least 200 civilians have been killed since th…
Geopolitics
US strikes on Iran triggered by Israel’s plan to launch attack, Rubio says
The Guardian – World · Europe
Democrats disturbed by rationale that Trump ordered pre-emptive strikes out of concern about Tehran retaliationIsrael’s determination to attack Iran and the ce…
Geopolitics
Some flights depart Middle East as US urges its citizens to leave region immediately amid travel chaos
The Guardian – World · Europe
Select departures organised as US state department warns Americans to leave on commercial flights ‘due to safety risks’US-Israel war on Iran – live updatesTrav…
Geopolitics
International students accuse Australia of treating them like ATMs after fees for one visa double without warning
The Guardian – World · Europe
Union says students blindsided after non-refundable visa fee rose from $2,300 to $4,600Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking n…
Geopolitics
‘Fantasyland’: Hastie says rules-based order is dead as Australian troops declared safe after UAE base drone strike
The Guardian – World · Europe
Liberal MP says rules are irrelevant when Trump acts as an ‘apex opportunist’, following a drone strike at Al Minhad airbase where Australian troops are basedF…
Geopolitics
China’s Two Sessions to reveal Xi’s economic and defence plans as military purge casts shadow
The Guardian – World · Europe
Top politicians will gather to set growth target with focus on technology self-reliance amid rising US competitionThousands of delegates will arrive in Beijing…
Geopolitics
Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran
BBC News – World · Europe
A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.
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