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Geopolitics

Watch: West Asia Tensions: Flights cancelled across India, Kerala on high alert

The Hindu – World · India

As airspaces shut across West Asia, multiple international flights from cities across India have been cancelled or rerouted. Kerala, home to over 30 lakh Malay…

Geopolitics

Nepali parties promise big ahead of polls; however, concerns remain

The Hindu – World · India

Parties have already unveiled their manifestos and are now on campaign trails, pledging not only development but also an end to corruption and good governance

Geopolitics

Taiwan is buying expensive US weapons systems, but are they the right ones?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Taiwan’s procurement of three US arms packages has come under renewed scrutiny, with military experts now questioning their effectiveness in deterring Beijing.…

Geopolitics

Applications fall short of target as 670 Hongkongers settle in UK with BN(O) visa

South China Morning Post – World · China

Nearly 670 Hongkongers have been granted settlement in the United Kingdom under its bespoke BN(O) visa pathway, although the total number of applicants has fal…

Geopolitics

Missiles streak across Gulf skies as Iran responds to US-Israel attack

South China Morning Post – World · China

Iran responded to Saturday’s attacks by the United States and Israel as it had been threatening to do for months - by first launching a wave of missiles and dr…

Geopolitics

As US-Iran conflict flares, thousands of Middle East flights cancelled, airspace closed

South China Morning Post – World · China

Flights across the Middle East were being cancelled on Saturday as several countries slammed their airspace shut after the United States and Israel launched st…

Geopolitics

Debris from intercepted Iranian missile lands in Hebron

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video shows debris from an intercepted Iranian missile that landed in Hebron in the occupied West Bank.

Geopolitics

Inside Israel’s ‘normal’: Triumphalism and calm mix after attack on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel has been on high alert since it launched a wave of joint attacks with the US against Iran.

Geopolitics

Donald Trump's Iran objectives: What can be achieved?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The US has launched "major combat operations" against Iran, with President Donald Trump delineating his military objectives in a speech. DW asked some analysts…

Geopolitics

Joe Biden warns that Donald Trump will try to ‘steal’ midterm elections

The Guardian – World · Europe

In a rare public address, former president said US is experiencing ‘dark days’ and urged Americans to voteSign up for This week in Trumpland, a free newsletter…

Geopolitics

Panic in the streets, but relief for some: The mood in Iran

BBC News – World · Europe

Iranians talk about what is happening inside the country, despite an almost total internet blackout.

Geopolitics

After Attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, See Photos and Videos From the Middle East

The New York Times – World · US

See images from the Middle East after the United States and Israel on Saturday launched a major attack against Tehran.

Geopolitics

See photos and videos from the Middle East after the U.S.-led attacks.

The New York Times – World · US

- Ayatollah Khamenei’s death from U.S.-Israeli attacks sparked leadership succession uncertainty, with Iran’s military and judiciary temporarily in charge amid…

Geopolitics

Iran defence minister & Revolutionary Guards commander killed in Israeli strikes: Report

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news with accuracy, depth, and timeliness. - Focus on nuanced international affairs to inform readers about evolving …

Geopolitics

Bored of Peace? Half of Donald Trump's Board of Peace is at war

Times of India – World · India

Donald Trump’s grandly titled Board of Peace was supposed to be a Trumpian alternative to the United Nations, promising order, stability, and the end of endles…

Geopolitics

World holds breath as U.S., Israel strike Iran

The Hindu – World · India

Calling on Iranians to stand up to their government, Mr. Trump added, “The hour of your freedom is at hand”;

Geopolitics

Iran vs Israel | Chronicles of a war foretold

The Hindu – World · India

America and Israel seek regime change and a permanent shift in the balance of power in West Asia. For the Islamic Republic, this is a war of survival

Tech & Startups

US and Israel Launch Strikes Against Iran

Wired · Global

US president Donald Trump said a “major combat operation” against Iran had begun as he called for the country’s government to be overthrown.

Geopolitics

North Korea unveils image of Kim’s teenage daughter firing rifle at shooting range

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un gifted new sniper rifles to top government and military officials following a weeklong ruling party congress celebrating his le…

Geopolitics

US-Israel attack on Iran: how it unfolded

South China Morning Post – World · China

Starting before his first term, Donald Trump has issued a litany of threats against Washington’s arch-enemy Iran, while also urging it to talks. He warned in l…

Geopolitics

US and Israel attack Iran: What we know so far

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US and Israel bomb multiple Iranian cities, including capital Tehran. Iran hits back, launching missiles at Israel.

Geopolitics

Netanyahu says US and Israel attacked Iran to remove ‘existential threat’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu says the joint US‑Israel strikes on Iran aim to remove an ‘existential threat.'

Geopolitics

Emergency alert interrupts Al Jazeera broadcast before attack in Qatar

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

National emergency alerts blared during a live Al Jazeera broadcast just moments before explosions were heard in Qatar.

Geopolitics

Multiple Arab states that host US assets targeted in Iran retaliation

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran confirms targeting US bases across the Middle East.

Geopolitics

Airspace closed, airlines halt flights as US, Israel attack, Iran responds

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

At least eight countries, including Iran, Israel, Jordan and Qatar, shutter airspace as global air travel severely hit.

Geopolitics

Israeli defence system intercepts Iranian missiles over Haifa

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli air defence systems intercepted Iranian missiles over Haifa, as they retaliated for US-Israeli attacks on Iran.

Geopolitics

Trump and Rubio have brought Cuba's government to the brink

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A blockade on oil imports is leaving Cuba with few resources. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants Cuba's government on its knees. The situation has become …

Geopolitics

Starmer chairs Cobra meeting after strikes by US and Israel on Iran

The Guardian – World · Europe

Prime minister calls together emergency committee to decide UK’s response to latest fighting in Middle EastUS-Israeli attack on Iran – live updatesUS and Israe…

Geopolitics

Trump’s unprovoked attack on Iran has no legal mandate and no clear objective

The Guardian – World · Europe

US president violates UN charter just days into the Board of Peace era, and chooses to take the biggest gamble of his administrationUS-Israeli attack on Iran –…

Geopolitics

‘Adventurism has had its day’: speedboat shootout leaves Miami’s exiled Cubans bewildered

The Guardian – World · Europe

Few clues as to how 10 heavily armed men intercepted on stolen speedboat came together from across Florida or what they hoped to achieve Foot traffic was slow …

Geopolitics

Watch: Trump announces 'major combat operations' in Iran

BBC News – World · Europe

US President Donald Trump accuses the Iranian regime of waging an "unending campaign of bloodshed and mass murder targeting the United States".

Geopolitics

Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed

BBC News – World · Europe

Israel and the US believe Iran's regime is vulnerable, dealing with an economic crisis and the aftermath of protests.

General

Photos: Israelis seek shelter as Iran launches retaliatory strikes

NBC News – World · US

Sirens rang out across major cities across Israel after the strikes on Iran and civilians were pictured seeking shelter wherever they could find it.

Geopolitics

Initial Focus of U.S. Strikes in Iran Is Military Targets

The New York Times – World · US

Dozens of attacks were carried out by warplanes launched from bases and aircraft carriers in the region. President Trump said the targets included missile site…

Geopolitics

U.S. Has Annexed Canada in Toronto Artist’s Speculative Series

The New York Times – World · US

A speculative public art series that began in alleyways and on buildings and a tennis court fence is opening as a chilling new show at Western University.

Geopolitics

What to Know About the U.S. Attacks on Iran

The New York Times – World · US

The United States, joined by Israel, launched an attack on major cities in Iran, as President Trump called on Iranians to overthrow the government.

Geopolitics

Here’s What World Leaders Are Saying About the U.S.-Led Attack on Iran

The New York Times – World · US

Governments around the world urged restraint after the United States and Israel launched a major assault, and Iran vowed retaliation.

Geopolitics

Trump’s case for striking Iran rests on questionable claims.

The New York Times – World · US

- **Ayatollah Khamenei's death** sparked leadership uncertainty in Iran, with U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting him and other officials, aiming for regime change.…

Geopolitics

Israelis Take Shelter as Sirens Warn of Incoming Missiles

The New York Times – World · US

People across the country took cover from Iran’s retaliatory strikes. “Oh, I did not miss this sound,” one woman said of the air raid alerts.

Geopolitics

As U.S. Bombs Tehran, Some Iranians Feel Abandoned by Their Leaders

The New York Times – World · US

The government provided little advice in the days before the attacks or as the bombs fell, more than a dozen Iranians said in interviews.

Geopolitics

Anthropic CEO to Pentagon: This is the 'Red Line', will not accept these two demands

Times of India – World · India

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has refused Pentagon demands to weaken safeguards on its AI model, Claude, citing concerns over mass domestic surveillance and fully…

Geopolitics

Netanyahu says U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran to “remove existential threat”

The Hindu – World · India

The Israeli Prime Minister advised his citizens to comply with the directives of the Home Front Command

Geopolitics

Iran fires missiles at Gulf Arab states, one killed in Abu Dhabi

The Hindu – World · India

State media in the United Arab Emirates said one person had been killed in Abu Dhabi, but ‌gave no details

Geopolitics

Trump tells Iranians to take over government as US-Israeli strikes start ‘major’ operation

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on Saturday morning, the Israeli Defence Ministry and US officials said. United States President Donald Trump c…

Geopolitics

Pakistan-Taliban showdown risks becoming a protracted war of attrition

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities are locked in a widening tit-for-tat confrontation that neither side seems willing to defuse, analysts said, war…

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