Geopolitics
Iraq faces crisis as Shia armed groups defy disarmament
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iraqi PM faces a serious crisis as powerful Shia paramilitaries refuse to disarm as September 30 deadline looms.
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Geopolitics
'Orchestrated spectacles': MEA rejects Pak's 'Youm-e-Istehsal' on Article 370
Times of India – World · India
- India rejects Pakistan's 'Youm-e-Istehsal' as political absurdity, calling it an accusation. - The observance is linked to unresolved disputes between the …
Geopolitics
Migrant Crisis Reveals Vast Differences Between Ceuta and Its Moroccan Neighbor
The New York Times – World · US
Ceuta, Spain, and Fnideq, Morocco, are physically separated by only a mile, but they are intertwined by family and trade. A recent border crisis is the latest …
Geopolitics
UN rights chief says Iran executed at least 56 people since March
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Volker Turk warns of surge in Iran executions to suppress dissent after January uprising.
Geopolitics
Pakistan’s Khan in jail for 3 years: PTI rallies over ‘arbitrary detention’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Thousands of supporters of former PM Imran Khan's party demonstrate across country to call for his immediate release.
Geopolitics
Hiroshima survivors warn against Japan's rearmament
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
On the anniversary of the atomic bombings, survivors and activists tell DW Japan's military buildup risks eroding its longstanding commitment to pacifism.
Geopolitics
'No need to apologise': Rahul meets student protesters, slams PM Modi, Shah
Times of India – World · India
- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met five student protesters targeted during Gen Z demonstrations. - Protesters accused of sedition and other charges, facing a…
Geopolitics
In Bandar Abbas, the ceasefire never came
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A single mother from Bandar Abbas reflects on the fear and resilience of living through repeated attacks.
Geopolitics
Sambhal violence 2024: Probe panel claims unrest 'pre-planned', links SP MP, MLA
Times of India – World · India
Last year, three-member panel had met the CM and submitted its report concerning the violence that erupted near the Shahi Jama Masjid on November 24 in 2024 du…
Geopolitics
Netanyahu says Israel didn’t agree to US-backed Gaza plan as far-right pressure grows
South China Morning Post – World · China
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel did not agree to the US-backed plan for Gaza, even after receiving assurances that an Israeli pull-out would …
Geopolitics
Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
The Guardian – World · Europe
Assassination attempt demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to continue clandestine operations deep inside Russian territoryEurope live – latest updatesThe head of a …
Geopolitics
Jharkhand recruitment protests: CM Hemant Soren says 'action soon'- top developments
Times of India – World · India
- Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren vows to act on protests against alleged issues. - Protests ongoing due to unresolved grievances in the state. - Government aims…
Geopolitics
Israeli Strikes May Undermine Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza
The New York Times – World · US
President Trump announced a proposal aimed at achieving the disarmament of Hamas and an Israeli withdrawal. Israel ramped up attacks on the Palestinian enclave.
Geopolitics
Protesters stage sit-in against settler violence-linked Smotrich funds
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Palestinian and Israeli protesters staged a sit-in at the Religious Zionist Party’s headquarters in Shoham on Wednesday.
Geopolitics
Turkish cargo ship catches fire after Black Sea drone attack
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A Turkish cargo ship caught fire after a drone attack near Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
Geopolitics
How a social media campaign triggered huge migrant surge on Ceuta
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Following a court ruling protecting migrants swimming to Ceuta the previous week, accounts called on thousands to go.
Geopolitics
Fact check: Did misleading claims about Spain's migration law trigger the Ceuta crisis?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
More than 70 people died after thousands of migrants tried to cross from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. The crossings have been linked to misleadin…
Geopolitics
BJP lost Bankipur, Datia bypolls deliberately to mislead on EVMs: Akhilesh
Times of India – World · India
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has leveled accusations against the BJP, suggesting they deliberately lost the recent bypolls to distort public opinion o…
Geopolitics
Israeli forces detain Palestinians during raid in occupied West Bank
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A journalist covering events was severely beaten by Israeli soldiers, while locals were also attacked.
Geopolitics
'Apologised': Meta official on PM Modi post removal; Zuckerberg sorry for deepfakes
Times of India – World · India
- Trisha Mahajan is a journalist at The Times of India digital, focusing on business, corporate affairs, and global news trends. - She covers national and wo…
Geopolitics
Lebanon and Israel still split over disarming Hezbollah at Rome talks
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Disagreements remain in second day of resumed talks over disarming Hezbollah and Israeli withdrawal from South Lebanon.
Geopolitics
Israeli raid deepens fears across West Bank refugee camps
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israeli raid deepens fears across West Bank refugee camps
Geopolitics
PLA scientists say submarine cables carrying 99% of global data could be ‘easy target’
South China Morning Post – World · China
The underwater cables that play a vital role supporting the international digital economy are increasingly vulnerable to attack from low-cost drones, Chinese m…
Geopolitics
How Israeli restrictions on Palestinians’ movement break up the West Bank
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
While barriers to free movement make the lives of Palestinians extremely difficult, they do not make Israel more secure.
Geopolitics
Reform UK plan to return asylum seekers using navy ‘dangerous in practice’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Nigel Farage's party says 'Operation Fortress' would stop migrants 'invading', but experts slam proposal as unrealistic.
Geopolitics
'Blast, blast' budget turned out 'waste, waste': Stalin's 'reel CM' swipe at Vijay
Times of India – World · India
Tamil Nadu's opposition leader M.K. Stalin criticized the TVK government's budget as a waste. He stated the budget repackaged old schemes and lacked new vision…
Geopolitics
'No trust in judiciary, EC': Dipke on political plans; calls for mass movement
Times of India – World · India
Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, ruled out converting his organization into a political party. He stated public trust in democratic institutions has significantly …
Geopolitics
North Korea deploys missile unit, sends fresh ballistic arsenal to Russia: Ukraine
Times of India – World · India
Ukraine has accused North Korea of providing Russia with new ballistic missiles along with personnel, involving around ninety North Koreans and multiple missil…
General
British Prime Minister Burnham considering inquiry into Epstein
NBC News – World · US
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is looking at holding a public inquiry into the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his actions in the United Kingdo…
Geopolitics
Zelenskyy rails at lack of anti-missile defences amid deadly Russian attack on Kyiv – Europe live
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ukrainian president tells allies that anti-ballistic measures could have saved lives as at least 17 die and more than 40 are injured in huge attackUkraine’s fo…
Geopolitics
Russian attack on Kyiv kills at least 17 as Zelenskyy calls for better air defences
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ukraine was unable to shoot down any of Russia’s missiles in assault that left 27 people injuredEurope live – latest updatesRussian strikes in and around Kyiv …
Geopolitics
Parliament deadlock: Rijiju meets Rahul to break logjam; Shah may speak on FCRA
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver current, comprehensive news and updates globally. - Committed to excellence, the team ver…
Geopolitics
West Asia war LIVE: Trump signals Hormuz deal soon; Iran-Oman diplomatic engagement enters a new phase
The Hindu – World · India
"More than 8,00,000 people displaced by war in Lebanon have begun returning to their hometowns following a lull in violence amid the Israel-Hezbollah war,” the…
Geopolitics
Labor’s gambling reform friendless as Coalition withholds support amid drug and sex worker allegations
The Guardian – World · Europe
Sarah Henderson says bill ignores gambling inducements, uniting parties and independents against controversial legislationFollow our Australia news live blog f…
Geopolitics
Russian strike kills at least 17 as Zelensky says interceptors could have saved lives
BBC News – World · Europe
The head of Kyiv's military administration said Russia is "once again massively attacking" the region around the city.
Geopolitics
J'khand student leader takes water after Wangchuk's appeal, to continue hunger strike
Times of India – World · India
After four days without food or water, Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto drank water following an appeal from climate activist Sonam Wangchuk but sa…
Geopolitics
'Tread carefully': SC calls for restraint, dialogue in dealing with student protesters
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news and updates globally. - Focuses on breaking news, in-depth analysis, and verified report…
Geopolitics
Apologise in 3 days or face action: Parliament panel to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Times of India – World · India
- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at *The Times of India*, covering breaking news, politics, defense, and legal policy developments globally. - Specializes in i…
Geopolitics
Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could be announced soon
The Hindu – World · India
It could happen. Tomorrow or the next day, says U.S. President Donald Trump
Geopolitics
J&K, Ladakh have entered 'a decisive new chapter': PM Modi on Article 370 anniversary
Times of India – World · India
Prime Minister Modi marked seven years since the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A. This move ushered in a new chapter for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The …
Geopolitics
Malaysian politics heads for reset as Malay nationalism surge threatens reform experiment
South China Morning Post – World · China
The door is fast closing on Malaysia’s reform experiment after nearly a decade of false starts and political intrigue, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s ruli…
Geopolitics
Trump claims China is fuelling resistance to AI data centres in the US
South China Morning Post – World · China
US President Donald Trump has accused China of fuelling the growing nationwide backlash against AI data centres, claiming Beijing is promoting resistance becau…
Geopolitics
U.S., Pakistan resolve to confront terror and strengthen border security
The Hindu – World · India
The Dialogue was led by U.S. Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo and Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Special Secretary Ambassado…
Geopolitics
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic primary for Senate, NBC projects
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Progressive advocate overcomes over $60m in spending to defeat pro-Israel Congresswoman Haley Stevens.
Geopolitics
'We'll know in 48 hours': Trump warns Iran to open Hormuz or get 'hit very hard'
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 …
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