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Geopolitics

Australia PM under fire for remarks on Japanese counterpart's melon gifts

BBC News – World · Europe

An ex-Japanese envoy said the "sexist" comments "betrayed the close bond" between the countries.

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s Anwar slams ‘political drama’ after opposition walks out of Tabung Haji debate

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim accused opposition lawmakers of staging “political drama” on Tuesday after they walked out of a special parliamentary s…

Geopolitics

India news: Cockroach party backs Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Abhijeet Dipke said his party stood firmly behind Mahto, who was hospitalized after police used tear gas, batons and water cannons to disperse protesters march…

Geopolitics

Former Guangdong governor Zhu Senlin, enforcer of southern reform, dies at 95

South China Morning Post – World · China

Zhu Senlin, a former Guangdong governor and key enforcer of the province’s economic transformation when China was opening up in the 1990s, died on Monday aged …

Geopolitics

‘Did a Chinese steal your job?’ US Congress panel faces discrimination backlash

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Republican-led congressional committee focused on US competition with China has issued a public call for American academics to come forward if they think the…

Geopolitics

Yemen’s Houthis launch ballistic missile attacks on al-Makha and Marib

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The latest attacks come just a day after Houthi rebels targeted al-Makha and its port, killing seven people.

Geopolitics

Middle East: Trump took secret flight out of Turkey over Iran threat

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

President Donald Trump reportedly used an elaborate ruse to leave the NATO summit in Turkey, amid a credible assassination threat. Meanwhile, oil prices rose a…

Geopolitics

Coalition divided over tougher gambling laws – with MPs warning Angus Taylor against overreach

The Guardian – World · Europe

Some Liberal and National MPs warned against over-regulation in party room discussion, while others argued for more stringent rulesFollow our Australia news li…

Geopolitics

A new security architecture in West Asia?

The Hindu – World · India

- Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan signed a joint defense pact in Mecca, pledging collective defense against attacks, reshaping West Asia’s security architec…

Geopolitics

Lobbying firm linked to Reformers created fake administrative assistant named ‘Jessica’, Icac hears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Consultant Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence to Independent Commission Against Corruption as it investigates allegations linked to Christian Liberal groupFollow …

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: Trump says will demand conflict compensation from Iran

The Hindu – World · India

Donald Trump's announcement was a direct response to Iran’s insistence that U.S. payment of war reparations is a precondition to any resolution of the ongoing …

Geopolitics

NDA MPs wave tricolour, chant 'Vande Mataram' as they welcome PM at 'Mangal Milan'

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news and updates globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and present breaki…

Geopolitics

Former Air Force Secretary says he’ll sue Trump administration to restore his security clearance

The Hindu – World · India

As my mother taught me years ago, you stand up to bullies, said Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall adding that he’ll sue the administration, noting it ha…

Geopolitics

Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to replace FIFA's Infantino

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Trump's backing of Mr. Infantino contrasts with the response of U.S. Soccer, which issued a statement critiquing the FIFA leader alongside Canada Soccer an…

Geopolitics

Congress's Sam Pitroda questions 'use of force' against Jharkhand students

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7, delivering real-time news and comprehensive updates globally. - Committed to excellence, they verify and present breaking news…

Geopolitics

'At no cost' will Mann complete tenure: Warring predicts AAP govt collapse in Punjab

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver real-time news and updates globally. - Focus on breaking news, in-depth analysis, and ver…

Geopolitics

How US staged Air Force One departure to hide Trump’s secret exit from Turkey

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump secretly flew out of Turkey last month on a smaller plane than previously known due to an assassination threat from Iran, The Washing…

Geopolitics

Trump hid in catering cart to board secret flight in Turkey amid Iran threat – reports

The Guardian – World · Europe

Elaborate ruse was used to transport president to military flight from Air Force One to return from Nato meetPrompted by an Iranian assassination threat, Donal…

Geopolitics

Republicans name candidate to replace Chuck Edwards after sexual harassment investigation

The Guardian – World · Europe

Jennifer Balkcom to face Democrat Jamie Ager in race to represent North Carolina’s 11th congressional districtNorth Carolina Republicans on Monday chose state …

Geopolitics

Turkiye passes law giving thousands of PKK members chance at amnesty

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Turkiye passes law setting terms for thousands of PKK members to rejoin society if the group fully disarms.

Geopolitics

Seventy years after South Africa’s women’s march, the struggle is not over

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Women helped defeat apartheid’s pass laws, but many still face violence, poverty and unemployment.

Geopolitics

Can Netanyahu defy Trump on his Gaza peace plan?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Can Netanyahu risk continuing to defy Trump?

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Trump claims Hormuz Strait open, seeks Iranian compensation

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump said he will seek compensation from Iran for casualties in the war.

Geopolitics

Turkey Moves to Advance Peace Process With P.K.K.

The New York Times – World · US

The government adopted a law that might prove a significant step toward ending an outlawed group’s decades-long battle with the Turkish state.

Geopolitics

Ceuta mayor calls for migrant detention amid mass influx crisis

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Thousands of migrants in Ceuta face dire conditions, sparking political and social tensions in the Spanish territory.

Geopolitics

Turkey MPs back historic law on reintegrating PKK militants

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Turkey's parliament has taken a major step toward ending four decades of conflict with the PKK. The new law sets out how some militants can return to civilian …

Geopolitics

Yabloko, Russian Antiwar Party, Is Banned From Parliament Elections

The New York Times – World · US

The party, Yabloko, has navigated a delicate balancing act with an increasingly heavy-handed Kremlin, but its pro-peace manifesto turned out to be the red line.

Geopolitics

Trump extends Jones Act waiver for 90 days, narrows scope

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump has extended for 90 days a waiver allowing foreign-flagged ships to transport oil and other commodities between US ports but imposed …

Geopolitics

US visa revocations hit 175,000, on pace for new record under Trump

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Trump administration is on pace to revoke a record number of visas this year, the State Department said on Monday, as it disclosed that more than 175,000 h…

Geopolitics

Turkiye approves pardon-like bill for thousands of PKK fighters

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Text envisages a return to civilian life for some of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party fighters who lay down their weapons.

Geopolitics

Trump says relationship is good even as Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump maintains that his relationship with Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu is still good.

Geopolitics

Russia: Top court bans opposition anti-war party from vote

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Yabloko, Russia's only anti-war party, has been barred from September's parliamentary elections. The motion to bar Yabloko was filed by the nationalist pro-Kre…

Geopolitics

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for decades of US soldier deaths

The Guardian – World · Europe

US president’s statement is latest sign that negotations to end war and reopen strait of Hormuz have stalledDonald Trump has said he will demand that Iran pay …

Geopolitics

Govt offers Amit Shah statement in Parliament, opposition doesn't relent

Times of India – World · India

- Govt agreed to debate in Parliament on student protests and Amit Shah's statement. - Debate on protests and Home Minister's remarks was scheduled but faile…

Geopolitics

Colombia’s Earthquake Puts Abelardo De La Espriella, Its New President, to the Test

The New York Times – World · US

Abelardo De La Espriella had never held public office until his inauguration on Friday. Now, he is at the helm of a major disaster response.

Geopolitics

Trump administration has revoked over 175,000 visas: US State Department

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Most of the visa revocations stemmed from law-enforcement encounters involving criminal activity, the department said.

Geopolitics

US Congresswoman Nancy Mace calls Muslim officials ‘threat’ to US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US Rep. Nancy Mace clashed with CNN's Omar Jimenez over Islamophobic remarks after Abdul El-Sayed’s win in Michigan.

Geopolitics

Trump demands Iran pay compensation as hopes fade for Hormuz agreement

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump on Monday demanded that Iran compensate the victims of attacks, conflicts and domestic repression he blamed on Tehran, adding a new c…

Geopolitics

Netanyahu Walks Tightrope on Trump’s Gaza Disarmament Deal

The New York Times – World · US

The Israeli prime minister, facing a tough upcoming election, is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and of President Trum…

Geopolitics

Big military shake-up in Iran as Mojtaba Khamenei names 6 senior commanders

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with dedication and diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely …

Geopolitics

Netanyahu’s veto and the limits of American power

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump has the leverage to enforce his Gaza plan. Netanyahu is betting that he lacks the political will to use it.

Geopolitics

Iran hierarchy consolidation as IRGC veteran tapped for key security role

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The office of the supreme leader has named a new security chief and established war commanders in influential roles.

Geopolitics

Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections

BBC News – World · Europe

Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.

Geopolitics

Labour peer urges Tories to sack former neo-Nazi who abused her

The Guardian – World · Europe

Badenoch adviser Joshua Bonehill-Paine was found guilty in 2016 of racially aggravated harassment of then MP Luciana BergerThe Labour peer Luciana Berger has u…

Geopolitics

Russia bars anti-war party from parliamentary election

South China Morning Post – World · China

Russia’s Supreme Court barred the liberal Yabloko party on Monday from contesting September’s parliamentary elections, sidelining the only officially registere…

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