Geopolitics
Houthi attacks on Yemeni government forces reportedly kills at least 30
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Attacks are deadliest in Yemen's conflict between Houthis and government forces in years.
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Geopolitics
Can UN chief's initiative kickstart resolution for Cyprus?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
UN chief Antonio Guterres considers a resolution to the Cyprus issue to be vital for regional stability and has initiated a new diplomatic effort. What are the…
Geopolitics
When atrocities return: The cost of failed accountability in Tigray
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Amnesty International says impunity for past abuses has left civilians vulnerable as fighting returns to Tigray.
Geopolitics
US Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
South China Morning Post – World · China
A US Senate committee voted on Thursday to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after the former top US infectious disease official refused to ans…
Geopolitics
Two Iranian female footballers granted Australian citizenship after protest
The Guardian – World · Europe
Players stayed in country after Asian Cup in MarchDuo condemned as traitors in Iran for not singing anthemTwo former Iranian footballers said on Thursday they …
Geopolitics
Nearly 50 asylum seekers deported under ‘one in one out’ scheme have returned to the UK
The Guardian – World · Europe
Figure raises questions about deal with France despite UK ministers insisting repeat arrivals will be removedAlmost 50 asylum seekers deported using the “one i…
Geopolitics
US Senate panel votes to hold former official Fauci in contempt of Congress
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Move comes after the infectious diseases chief during the COVID-19 pandemic refused to answer committee's questions.
Geopolitics
Iran tightens security grip at home as war conditions with US linger
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Executions, arrests and closure of public gathering spaces have raised concerns among Iranians and rights groups.
Geopolitics
AfD threatens to cut funding for 'modern-thinking' culture
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The far-right party could win an absolute majority in Saxony-Anhalt's state election in September. Their cultural program denigrates Bauhaus, Holocaust remembr…
Geopolitics
The old pact between Israel’s government and military has broken down
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Prolonged conflict has upended the relationship between political authority and military judgement in Israel.
Geopolitics
Infantino, FIFA try to move beyond botched World Cup sell-off: What we know
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
FIFA President Gianni Infantino survives crisis meeting over his leadership. What's next for him, and will UEFA react?
Geopolitics
'We are not enemies': Rijiju meets Rahul again to break Parliament logjam
Times of India – World · India
- Karan Manral is a journalist at the Times of India, covering politics, social issues, and international affairs. - He focuses on stories impacting people’s…
Geopolitics
Myanmar leader visits Thailand in bid to bolster international legitimacy
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Min Aung Hlaing stressed that his government was focused on ending the civil war and restoring peace.
Geopolitics
Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace issues first building contract – for a military base
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: Louisiana firm awarded tender to build rudimentary outpost to house Moroccan troopsDonald Trump’s Board of Peace, which was set up in January to ove…
Geopolitics
Iran threatens to hit Gulf states if U.S. launches new strikes
The Hindu – World · India
Riyadh urged U.S. President Donald Trump to delay military action, pursue negotiations; Iran bets infrastructure threats can raise pressure without full-scale…
Geopolitics
Germany: 10 years of 'Integration Act' for refugees
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The German Integration Act aimed to regulate the integration of recognized refugees following high levels of immigration, facilitating access to the labor mark…
Geopolitics
Supporters of Imran Khan's party to march toward Islamabad on September 27: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM
The Hindu – World · India
Referring to the completion of three years since what he termed Khan's "abduction", Suhail Afridi alleged that the former prime minister has been kept in solit…
Geopolitics
Top Democrats accuse Trump officials over Israeli settlers’ ‘unbridled violence’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Letter says lifting of sanctions sent ‘clear message’ settlers can use deadly force in West Bank without consequencesSenior Democrats have accused Donald Trump…
Geopolitics
North Korea fires ballistic missile: South Korea military
The Hindu – World · India
In a statement carried by North Korean state media on Wednesday, Kim Yo Jong — the sister of leader Kim Jong Un — said Pyongyang's "leadership will set up add…
Geopolitics
'Soren unfit to hold office': Protesting students demand Jharkhand CM resign
Times of India – World · India
Gearing up for assembly "gherao" on August 10 in the backdrop of the ineffective redressal, a protester said: "We remain steadfast until the government accepts…
Geopolitics
‘Morocco feels emboldened’: Trump’s influence in spotlight after Ceuta disaster
The Guardian – World · Europe
Washington-Rabat ties under scrutiny as questions swirl over what led to deadly influx into tiny Spanish territoryThe cosy relationship between Washington and…
Geopolitics
'Convey sentiments to Amit Shah': RS Chair to Rijiju after oppn seeks his presence
Times of India – World · India
Parliament proceedings faced disruptions as opposition parties demanded Union home minister Amit Shah's statement. Rajya Sabha Chairman asked Kiren Rijiju to c…
Geopolitics
81 years after Hiroshima, Indian subcontinent most at risk of nuclear flashpoint
Times of India – World · India
The article details the historical introduction of nuclear weapons and their proliferation. India and Pakistan possess comparable nuclear arsenals, with differ…
Geopolitics
'We are with students': Kharge's 1st reaction on Jharkhand student protests
Times of India – World · India
- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, covering geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - Focuses on national/global developm…
Geopolitics
Why was a US Yale graduate hounded out of his job promoting Chinese culture?
South China Morning Post – World · China
In just two months, Yale graduate Edward Kuperman went from being praised by Chinese state media to being bombarded by public accusations that he was a spy. It…
Geopolitics
Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
BBC News – World · Europe
There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia - but the other five changed their minds and returned to Iran.
Geopolitics
Venezuela’s Response to Earthquakes Exposes Government’s Shortcomings
The New York Times – World · US
The government turned to the world to respond to twin quakes. But years of shrinking budgets and political repression weakened its ability to rescue countless …
Geopolitics
'Why December? She should come now': Tarique Rahman's aide challenges Hasina
Times of India – World · India
- Abhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, working with the news desk. - He focuses on foreign policy, defense developments, and …
Geopolitics
North Korea fires ‘unidentified projectile’: South Korea
South China Morning Post – World · China
North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile over the Sea of Japan on Thursday, Seoul’s military said, with the launch coming after Pyongyang lambasted Ja…
Geopolitics
JPSC-JSSC aspirants & students' take out Tiranga march in Ranchi
Times of India – World · India
- Students in Ranchi gathered at the stadium for a Tira despite heavy rain. - The event occurred on Wednesday, showing their determination. - Relentless ra…
Geopolitics
‘Performative reductions’: Labor MPs and business groups urge Burke against sweeping immigration changes
The Guardian – World · Europe
MPs say they are anxious for the government to avoid cuts to family and humanitarian visa categoriesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast…
Geopolitics
India news: Student protests in Jharkhand enter 13th day
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The student movement in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand has gained momentum after protesters called on people to march to Jharkhand's state legislature.
Geopolitics
Pakistan's crackdown in PoK: How Islamabad is tightening information chokehold
Times of India – World · India
- Abhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, working with the news desk. - Focuses on foreign policy, defense developments, and geo…
Geopolitics
Indonesia warns against users spreading fake news ahead of its Independence Day
South China Morning Post – World · China
Indonesia has sought to assuage security concerns ahead of its 81st Independence Day as it vows to fight misinformation about potential disorder in its capital…
Geopolitics
Japan’s Takaichi stops short of clear pledge to maintain non-nuclear principles
South China Morning Post – World · China
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday failed to explicitly pledge that Japan will maintain its non-nuclear principles, simply saying the governmen…
Geopolitics
Exiled PM Sheikh Hasina vows return to Bangladesh
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Sheikh Hasina vowed to return to Bangladesh despite facing a death penalty, telling supporters that fear could not decide her "duty to the people."
Geopolitics
‘Orange elephant in the room’: Pauline Hanson’s political rise is inspiring racism, inquiry hears
The Guardian – World · Europe
Former AFL inclusion manager tells inquiry One Nation leader’s conduct is encouraging people to use ‘similar behaviour and words’The rise of One Nation is fuel…
Geopolitics
West Asia LIVE: Two Israeli soldiers, one Lebanese killed as violence flares in south Lebanon
The Hindu – World · India
The deaths were the first Israeli fatalities reported in southern Lebanon since June 28; Iran says close to Hormuz plan with Oman, but reopening depends on U.S.
Geopolitics
Australian politician admits to sending text saying ‘my job is boring’ during a hearing
The Guardian – World · Europe
Mark Parton defends sending text message but denies he sent it to a sex worker, saying he is a ‘multi-tasker from hell’Get our breaking news email, free app or…
Geopolitics
Israel reports its first troop deaths in Lebanon amid ongoing talks in Rome
The Hindu – World · India
Lebanese state media said one person died and 11 were wounded in a separate Israeli strike
Geopolitics
A US proposal for missile defense that’s been tried before
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
What is a Golden Dome, and why does Donald Trump want one?
Geopolitics
‘Desperate’ Trump running out of options in Iran war as Tehran exploits Hormuz leverage
South China Morning Post – World · China
The United States is staring a historic “strategic defeat” in the face five months after launching the Iran war at Israel’s behest, according to Middle East ob…
Geopolitics
Ukraine escalates strikes on Russian shipping
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Striking hundreds of targets in a matter of weeks, Ukraine has found a new way to pressure Russia's hold on Crimea
Geopolitics
Spain's Ceuta seeks transfer of unaccompanied migrant minors to mainland Spain after border rush
The Hindu – World · India
Though the vast majority of migrants have since returned to Morocco, roughly 1,100 unaccompanied minors who arrived before and during the influx — and cannot b…
Geopolitics
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong warns of new military options over Japan's strike capabilities
The Hindu – World · India
Ms. Kim accused Japan of moving beyond a defensive posture and turning its armed forces into a force capable of pre-emptive attacks and overseas military op…
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