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Geopolitics

Far-right politicians seize on Ceuta

The New York Times – World · US

Several migrants who crossed into Ceuta attributed their arrival to lax Moroccan border protocols. But Europe’s anti-immigrant politicians blamed Spain’s migra…

Geopolitics

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?

BBC News – World · Europe

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

Geopolitics

At least 57 people die as tens of thousands cross to Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco

The Guardian – World · Europe

Pedro Sánchez decries ‘violation of territorial integrity’ as other EU countries criticise Madrid over incidentAt least 57 people have died trying to reach the…

Geopolitics

Italy suspends EU Schengen free-travel pact with Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis

South China Morning Post – World · China

Italy said on Friday it ⁠was suspending the EU’s ⁠border-free Schengen arrangements with Spain for one month in ⁠response to a mass influx of migrants into the…

Geopolitics

Wait goes on for result in Greater Manchester mayoral by-election – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

The turnout was recorded as the lowest on record for a mayoral role in the regionThe construction of a new Chinese “super-embassy” in London, which is set to b…

Geopolitics

India risks complicity in Israel’s war crimes in Gaza, Amnesty report reveals

The Hindu – World · India

The findings illustrate that India failed to regulate the export of arms to Israel by several private munition manufacturers

Geopolitics

U.S. lawmaker urges Taiwan to pass drone Bill, warning 'time is short'

The Hindu – World · India

China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and has threatened to use force to seize it. Taiwan has ramped up its defence spending in recent years, but remain…

Geopolitics

Myanmar's President outlines policy road map, criticises ASEAN peace plan

The Hindu – World · India

President Min Aung Hlaing said he would spend two years accelerating efforts to build a modern and developed nation based on democracy and a federal system, fo…

Geopolitics

Ceuta Evokes Europe’s 2015 Migration Crisis. But Much Has Changed Since.

The New York Times – World · US

The crossing of 50,000 people to Spanish territory this week has created a crisis for the Spanish government, much as the 2015 migration crisis did for Europe’…

Geopolitics

Spain's PM blames traffickers after 60,000 migrants reach Ceuta from Morocco

BBC News – World · Europe

Spain said most had returned to Morocco by Friday evening, as Italy suspended its Schengen agreement on free movement with Madrid.

Geopolitics

Spain's PM blames Ceuta migrant influx on criminal networks manipulating recent court ruling

The Hindu – World · India

A Spanish Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that immediate returns of migrants crossing the border illegally did not apply to those arriving by sea

Geopolitics

India calls for global scrutiny over Pakistan’s ‘ruthless’ crackdown in PoK

The Hindu – World · India

The PoK has been witnessing massive protests since last month over inflated living costs, alleged administrative apathy and political discrimination and atroci…

Geopolitics

Hamas agrees to Trump’s plan to disarm in Gaza – The Latest

The Guardian – World · Europe

Donald Trump has declared a breakthrough in negotiations over the disarmament of Hamas in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces, but Israeli government off…

Tech & Startups

Can Republicans Actually Send Anthony Fauci to Jail?

Wired · Global

MAGA is loudly calling for the former White House chief medical adviser to end up in prison. WIRED asked legal experts to weigh in on whether that’s even possi…

Geopolitics

Bowen: Plan for Hamas to disarm faces big obstacles, yet it offers rare hope for Gaza

BBC News – World · Europe

The realities of politics, war, zero trust, the deaths of thousands and the destruction of Gaza will make any agreement very complicated.

Geopolitics

What’s happening in Spain? 41 dead as up to 60,000 migrants storm Ceuta border from Morocco

Indian Express – World · India

- Spain faces a major migration crisis as 60,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta, causing deaths and overwhelming authorities. - PM Sánchez blames trafficking ne…

Geopolitics

Trump hails ‘great breakthrough’ after Board of Peace brokers Hamas disarmament deal

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump on Friday hailed a “great breakthrough” in the Middle East, saying that the Board of Peace – the body he created to oversee Gaza’s go…

Geopolitics

From petitions to memes: How students made dissent visible

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

From imperial China to present-day India, student movements have repeatedly adapted the tools and symbols of their age to challenge authority.

Geopolitics

Pakistan minister fears India’s CJP effect: ‘Cockroaches can overturn everything’

Indian Express – World · India

- Pakistan’s Interior Minister warns youth frustration over unemployment and governance could spark political upheaval, comparing them to "cockroaches" capable…

Geopolitics

Nepal authorities extend curfew to Saptari district bordering India as communal unrest spreads

The Hindu – World · India

Tensions have persisted in several districts in Nepal since communal clashes erupted in Sunsari over the weekend, prompting authorities to impose curfews, proh…

Geopolitics

Ceuta: Spain says most migrants have returned to Morocco

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Spain's government said that an estimated 48,300 migrants were back in Morocco on Friday evening. Italy has temporarily suspended its Schengen free-travel pact…

General

Spain deploys military to Ceuta after thousands of migrants breach the border

NBC News – World · US

Spain is deploying its military to restore order at its border with Morocco in Ceuta after thousands of migrants streamed into the tiny Spanish territory, with…

Geopolitics

Spain's PM visits Ceuta after thousands breached border

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Thousands of people continued pouring into Ceuta from Morocco during the night, after Spanish police lost control of the border. The head of the city governmen…

Geopolitics

Cornell student says he won’t work ‘for a Jew.’ University responds

Indian Express – World · India

- Cornell student rejected a startup job with antisemitic comment, sparking online outrage and responses from founders, university, and the student. - Univer…

Geopolitics

German Authorities Knew of Pride Attacker’s Extremism

The New York Times – World · US

The assailant, a German citizen, was imprisoned after trying to join the Islamic State but freed weeks before attacking a gay Pride event in Berlin.

Geopolitics

Why thousands of migrants suddenly crossed into Spain’s Ceuta enclave

Indian Express – World · India

- **Massive migrant influx**: Over 49,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming authorities, with at least 18 deaths, marking one of Europe’s …

Geopolitics

Myanmar Pro-Democracy Activists Each Sentenced to 37 Years in Prison

The New York Times – World · US

A group of dissidents this week were each sentenced to 37 years in prison for a peaceful protest against an election widely derided as a sham.

Geopolitics

Why is PoK boiling? 37 dead, disputed seats and elections at heart of unrest

Indian Express – World · India

- Violence escalates in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as security forces crackdown on JAAC-led protests against cost-of-living crises and disputed elections, with …

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: Trump claims Gaza deal reached; Iran targets US bases in Kuwait

The Guardian – World · Europe

Response from Hamas and Israeli officials suggest Gaza deal still faces obstacles; Tehran launches drone strikes at Kuwait in retaliation for recent US attacks…

Geopolitics

‘Rob has the bucks cash’: NSW Liberals used Reformers funds to pay for ‘personal expenditure’, Icac hears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Robert Assaf separately tells anti-corruption inquiry money funnelled through lobbying firm to create ‘maximum benefit from a tax perspective’Follow our Austra…

Geopolitics

Spain deploys military to Ceuta after thousands of people breach Morocco's border, at least nine die

The Hindu – World · India

Spain's government said it would send the Armed Forces to help the Civil Guard “maintain security in the city of Ceuta”

Geopolitics

Trump announces deal for 'complete disarmament’ of Hamas

The Hindu – World · India

A member of the Hamas group’s negotiating team said the movement was making “concessions for the sake of our people in the Gaza Strip, to save them from killin…

Geopolitics

BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla drops party name from X bio, fuels exit speculation

Times of India – World · India

Shehzad Poonawalla's X bio change has sparked rumors about his departure from the BJP. His updated profile omits any mention of the political party affiliation…

Geopolitics

What could happen to Fifa if Uefa boycotts World Cup?

BBC News – World · Europe

It's been a seismic 48 hours for football after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino's funding plan - what happens n…

Geopolitics

'Head of family PM Modi listens': Raghav Chadha hails 'historic' anti-paper leak Bill

Times of India – World · India

Raghav Chadha spoke in Rajya Sabha supporting the anti-paper leak Bill. He stressed institutional solutions are needed to resolve the crisis. The Bill introduc…

Geopolitics

Execution Nation

The New York Times – World · US

The United States is an outlier in the West. We look at why the country clings to the death penalty.

Geopolitics

If Hamas disarmament plan holds, it could mark first credible step to ending Gaza war

BBC News – World · Europe

The plan - if successful - potentially removes the most significant obstacle to advancing the Trump-backed peace initiative in Gaza.

Geopolitics

Southern Lebanese towns near Beaufort Castle hit by Israeli strikes

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

IDF said it used 700 tonnes of explosives to destroy parts of a Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon.

Geopolitics

Political Turmoil Will Not Derail Killer Robot Program, Former Minister Says

The New York Times – World · US

The recently ousted Ukrainian defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, an advocate for drone and robot warfare, says Ukraine’s tech-heavy strategy will persist.

Geopolitics

AOC 2028: Could the US elect its first female president? – podcast

The Guardian – World · Europe

Leftwing Democrats are having their moment in the sun, with Zohran Mamdani in New York, Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan and endless calls for Alexandria Ocasio-Cort…

Geopolitics

Trump mulling $1,00,000 fee for students keen to work in U.S. after graduation: report

The Hindu – World · India

According to The Wall Street Journal, the Department of Homeland Security is mulling the high fee on Optional Practical Training (OPT) visas which are an exten…

Geopolitics

Israeli blockades seal off village in the occupied West Bank

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Al Jazeera visited the occupied West Bank village of Sinjil, where Israeli road closures have blocked all main entrances

Geopolitics

Hamas says it has agreed to disarm after Trump announces Board of Peace plan

BBC News – World · Europe

A senior Hamas official has told the BBC they have agreed to the Board of Peace's plan. Israel has not commented.

Geopolitics

'Your skin brighter than country's future': Dipke's jab at PM's late night video

Times of India – World · India

Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent video message. The Prime Minister discussed the new anti-paper leak Bill passed by P…

Geopolitics

Why a MAGA influencer’s shift to support Ukraine war is good for Trump

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

One of the most prominent pro-Trump influencers, Laura Loomer, just made a major shift in her stance on Ukraine.

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