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Geopolitics

‘MPs have had their stomachs pumped’: concerns over ‘alcohol-soaked’ culture in Westminster

The Guardian – World · Europe

Alcohol is embedded in profession where long hours, loneliness and lobbying are the norm, report findsParliament is “Britain’s last alcohol-soaked workplace” w…

Geopolitics

India’s Modi wants to forgive CJP protesters who hurled ‘vile abuse’ at him

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he wanted to “forgive” protesters who abused him during recent youth-led demonstrations that dealt a rare political se…

Geopolitics

Trump Backs Away From Deal to Let Ukraine Build Patriot Missiles

The New York Times – World · US

The president of Ukraine had warned that the country was running out of Patriot interceptors, the most reliable weapon it has to shoot down Russian ballistic m…

Geopolitics

Why sectarian clashes keep flaring along the India-Nepal border

Indian Express – World · India

- **Communal clashes** in Nepal's Sunsari and Siraha districts left 3 dead, 25 injured, with curfews imposed to curb violence after disputes over loudspeakers …

Geopolitics

Israeli West Bank settler tells BBC attacks on Palestinians are justified as revenge

BBC News – World · Europe

Settler violence against Palestinians is on the rise in the West Bank, as settlements and outposts expand.

Geopolitics

Protesters detained at rally in support of Pakistan-administered Kashmir

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Police detained several protesters in Lahore, Pakistan as they rallied in solidarity with Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Geopolitics

Beijing Protests After New Zealand Minister Insults Chinese-Born Lawmaker

The New York Times – World · US

The foreign minister, Winston Peters, who leads a populist party, has refused to back down after telling the member of Parliament to “go back to your own count…

Geopolitics

Taiwan’s political parties deadlocked over efforts to boost military drone capacity

South China Morning Post – World · China

A political row is threatening to undermine Taiwan’s efforts to increase its stockpiles of military drones and has raised questions about the future of its dom…

Geopolitics

France, Italy tighten borders after 60,000 migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta

South China Morning Post – World · China

France and Italy bolstered border controls on Saturday after about 60,000 people crossed into Spain’s enclave in North Africa, sparking one of the largest migr…

Geopolitics

Singapore bans Massive Attack for showing Palestinian flag, breaching ban on foreign emblems

The Guardian – World · Europe

Two members given ‘stern warnings’ after concert and barred from returning, with band also excluded from performing in Singapore again, say authoritiesBritish …

Geopolitics

Russia's overnight ballistic missile, drone attack on Ukraine's Kyiv kills 3

Times of India – World · India

- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, specializing in geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She focuses on conflict, dip…

Geopolitics

Massive Attack barred from Singapore for unfurling Palestinian flag on stage

South China Morning Post – World · China

British trip-hop band Massive Attack has been barred from performing in Singapore after an investigation found two members unfurled a Palestinian flag during a…

Geopolitics

Peru ex-President Ollanta Humala walks free after conviction quashed

The Hindu – World · India

Humala, 64, was the first Peruvian ex-leader to face trial in the Odebrecht corruption scandal, which has also tainted three other former presidents — Alejandr…

Geopolitics

Watch: Why Fifa dropped plans to sell stakes in the World Cup

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.

Geopolitics

9 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as Zelensky pushes Trump for Patriot missiles

South China Morning Post – World · China

Russian strikes on Ukraine’s capital killed at least nine people and wounded more than a dozen others, local officials said on Saturday, after Kyiv’s mayor war…

Geopolitics

'Sorry to entire nation, I'm just 15': Noida girl on 'abusing' PM Modi

Times of India – World · India

A Noida resident accused of abusing Prime Minister Modi posted an apology video claiming she is fifteen years old. She stated protesters influenced her remarks…

Geopolitics

Russian missile attack kills three in Ukraine’s Kyiv

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Residents trapped as partially collapsed building catches fire after deadly strike on Ukrainian capital.

Geopolitics

Spain says most migrants return to Morocco after border rush kills 57

Times of India – World · India

Spanish authorities said 57 bodies had been recovered on the Spanish side of the border. Officials warned that the death toll could be higher as there may have…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: White House signals Trump is weighing new strikes on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

There were no U.S. strikes on Iran overnight, but Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard said on Friday (July 31, 2026) it had struck another two tankers in t…

Geopolitics

Negeri Sembilan votes as Malaysia’s political allies lock horns again

South China Morning Post – World · China

Voters in Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan headed to the polls on Saturday, the second election in the past month as political allies governing the country locked ho…

Geopolitics

White House signals Trump is weighing new strikes on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

“We'll be hitting them very hard,” Mr. Trump said in an exchange with reporters during a meeting with members of his Cabinet at the Camp David presidential ret…

Geopolitics

Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard' as US weighs fresh attack

Times of India – World · India

President Trump threatened very hard hits on Iran, potentially targeting energy infrastructure. Reports suggest fresh strikes could begin as early as this week…

Geopolitics

Ukraine: Russia hits Kyiv with deadly missile strikes

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

At least nine people died, and more than 20 were injured after Russia struck Ukraine's capital with ballistic missiles, according to officials.

Geopolitics

Italy suspends Schengen border rules with Spain after migrant surge. What it means

Indian Express – World · India

- Italy temporarily suspended Schengen checks with Spain over migrant influx in Ceuta, targeting non-EU arrivals via air/sea without affecting EU travel. - C…

General

Gay cruise denied access to some ports despite booming LGBTQ+ tourism industry

NBC News – World · US

Turkey and Egypt blocked a gay-themed cruise from docking at its ports on a recent Mediterranean trip. It's raising questions about how these policies could hu…

Geopolitics

Death row inmates desperate to escape execution in Saudi Arabia call the BBC

BBC News – World · Europe

Dozens of Ethiopians are awaiting execution - some called the BBC to tell their stories.

Geopolitics

Analyst: the US faces a strategic ‘dead end’ in Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Washington has reached a strategic impasse with Iran, says a former analyst for the US Congress.

Geopolitics

The man who shaped Trump’s Venezuela policy is out. Here’s why

Indian Express – World · India

- Claver-Carone stepped down from his unofficial Venezuela advisory role, citing personal choice, though some suggest pressure over his private equity ties and…

Geopolitics

PM Modi: I forgive those who abused me & my mother, our job to guide them

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will forgive young protesters accused of abuse. He stated these misguided children need guidance and correction, not punishment. T…

Geopolitics

What is behind the communal clashes in Nepal?

The Hindu – World · India

A local dispute over religious celebrations has spiralled into wider unrest in Nepal’s southern plains, exposing growing polarisation, delayed government respo…

Geopolitics

Amid opposition protest, Lok Sabha passes births & deaths bill

Times of India – World · India

The Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, without any debate. Opposition members disrupted Rajya Sabha proceedings, pr…

Geopolitics

Israeli settlers vandalise Palestinian cemetery in West Bank

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli settlers vandalise Palestinian cemetery in West Bank

Geopolitics

After Tens of Thousands of Migrants Enter Spanish Territory, Most Return to Morocco

The New York Times – World · US

About 48,000 of the up to 60,000 people who came into Ceuta from Morocco returned within a day. Still, the sudden influx created a crisis for Spain’s pro-immig…

Geopolitics

Labour wins decisive victory in Greater Manchester mayoral byelection

The Guardian – World · Europe

Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham and wins back support in areas where Reform made gains in MayLabour has stormed to a decisive victory in the Greater Manchester…

Geopolitics

Trump envoy Steve Daines to return to Beijing as US and China lock in Xi summit agenda

South China Morning Post – World · China

US Senator Steve Daines is expected to return to China for another round of talks ahead of President Xi Jinping’s planned September visit to Washington, accord…

Geopolitics

Will US or China win the next war? That’s the wrong question to ask

South China Morning Post – World · China

Who will win the next war? That is the question posed on the cover of the latest Foreign Affairs magazine which explores, among other things, the US-China mili…

Geopolitics

Cambridge students on why they protested at graduation ceremony

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Several Cambridge students protested during their graduation ceremonies

Geopolitics

Spain’s Leader Rushes to Ceuta After Thousands of Migrants Burst Across Border

The New York Times – World · US

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez was set to arrive in Ceuta, a Spanish territory in Africa, amid an escalating crisis for his pro-immigration government.

Geopolitics

Modi, Burnham discuss trade, technology, Hormuz over phone

The Hindu – World · India

The U.K. counterpart Andy Burnham set out his ambitions to further enhance the U.K.-India relationship

Geopolitics

Venezuela government and opposition to hold talks aimed at path to election

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Talks to be led by former lawmaker Dinorah Figuera as opposition figure Maria Corina Machado left out of proceedings.

Geopolitics

US adds 43 Chinese companies to Uygur forced labour blacklist

South China Morning Post – World · China

The White House on Friday added 43 Chinese companies to a blacklist that is meant to block imports made with alleged forced labour in Xinjiang, marking the thi…

Geopolitics

What Caused the Surge of Migrants From Morocco Into Ceuta?

The New York Times – World · US

Speculation has focused on lax Moroccan policing, attractive Spanish immigration policies and misinformation from human traffickers. In reality, experts said, …

Geopolitics

'Project Kusha will cut India’s dependence on imported air shield systems'

Times of India – World · India

India successfully tested its indigenous Project Kusha missile system recently. This development aims to create a homegrown long-range air defence capability. …

Geopolitics

Trump’s Gaza Deal Sparks Questions on Whether Israel and Hamas Will Comply

The New York Times – World · US

The new 15-point plan, released by the Board of Peace and announced by Trump, calls in part for Israel to end its attacks and Hamas to give up its weapons.

Geopolitics

Trump says US hasn’t agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump said on ⁠Friday that America has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles, but that talks are ongoing, adding that the US must…

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