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Geopolitics

Thousands rally in London in support of Gaza, demand new PM take action

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.

Geopolitics

Mehbooba rejects Farooq’s invite to join Jantar Mantar protest

Times of India – World · India

- Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah, along with NC MLAs, departed Srinagar for Delhi to protest. - The protest aims to address political and regional issues …

Geopolitics

Republican lawmaker Ralph Norman to join race to succeed Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

The Guardian – World · Europe

Congressman to run for seat despite Donald Trump backing Graham’s sister, Darline, should she choose to runThe Republican representative Ralph Norman, ⁠of Sout…

Geopolitics

Iran supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US attacks continue

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.

Geopolitics

US military says two service members killed in Iranian strike in Jordan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US and Iran have stepped up attacks in the last week, prompting alarm about return to full-scale war across the region.

Geopolitics

Ahmad Vahidi | The commander of asymmetric warfare

The Hindu – World · India

The former IRGC spymaster and Defence Minister, who laid the foundations of Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’ and expanded the country’s conventional military capabi…

Geopolitics

Lebanon’s Aoun to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Israel talks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Lebanese and US presidents are expected to discuss the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s withdrawal.

Geopolitics

At least nine killed, over 60 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions

The Hindu – World · India

Ukrainian special operations also conducted strikes against targets in the Sea of Azov and in occupied territory, Mr. Zelenskyy said

Geopolitics

A Very British CPAC: Few, if Any, Costumes and Not Much Trump

The New York Times – World · US

London hosted an understated version of the Conservative Political Action Conference, known in the United States for its over-the-top celebration of MAGA cause…

Geopolitics

Israeli rule change clears way for using crocodiles to deter prison breaks

South China Morning Post – World · China

Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman has reclassified crocodiles from wild animals to “captive-bred wildlife”, a move that clears the way for …

Geopolitics

Ukraine drones target Russian warehouses and oil sites

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Ukrainian drones have struck warehouses, an oil depot and other targets across Russia, killing nine people and injuring over 80 more. Kyiv said its strikes tar…

Geopolitics

Uproar Over Surrogate Baby Prompts German Official’s Sudden Resignation

The New York Times – World · US

Jens Spahn, a top leader of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s party, resigned his post after announcing that he had a baby by surrogate, which is illegal in Germany.

Geopolitics

German politician resigns over surrogacy child controversy

BBC News – World · Europe

Jens Spahn faced criticism over his use of a surrogate, a ban on which he previously backed.

Geopolitics

Germany’s CDU parliamentary leader resigns after using surrogacy to become parent

The Guardian – World · Europe

Jens Spahn had criticised ‘rented wombs’ and his party is strongly opposed to surrogacy, which is banned in GermanyA senior German politician and ally of the c…

Geopolitics

Kuwait accuses Iran of targeting civilian sites after attacks spark fires.

The New York Times – World · US

- U.S. troops killed in Jordan mark first hostile fire deaths since April truce; retaliatory strikes target Iranian military and Revolutionary Guards. - Esca…

Geopolitics

Cuba edges toward breakdown as power cuts and US meddling push society to brink

The Guardian – World · Europe

As Cuba swelters under six-month oil blockade imposed by US, tempers are fraying and unrest is growingWhen Cuba’s national grid collapses, as it did for the th…

Geopolitics

Why Iran hardliners are alleging a ‘coup’ after the US agreement

Indian Express – World · India

- **Funeral tensions**: Mourners chanted "death to the compromiser" at Khamenei’s funeral, targeting officials like Araghchi, accused of collaborating with the…

Geopolitics

Israel Counters Iranian Spying by Warning Against Recruitment

The New York Times – World · US

The Israeli authorities have enacted a broad array of countermeasures to contain what they describe as online recruiting efforts by Iranian agents.

Geopolitics

Chinese social media accounts ‘profit from leaking official corruption scandals’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese social media accounts are profiting by hinting at the downfall of corrupt officials ahead of formal announcements, state media has warned, highlighting…

Geopolitics

Sonam Wangchuk hospitalised after 21-day hunger strike over exam leaks

South China Morning Post – World · China

Authorities in India’s capital Delhi moved social activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital against his will on Saturday, after his condition worsened on the 21st da…

Geopolitics

Weather weapons: why the atmosphere could become the next geopolitical battleground

South China Morning Post – World · China

When devastating floods swept through Assam in northeastern India in 2018, the disaster quickly triggered a troubling question within New Delhi’s security corr…

Geopolitics

U.S., Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war

The Hindu – World · India

A return to full-scale war between U.S. and Iran that would further destabilise West Asia and disrupt the world economy appears increasingly likely

Geopolitics

U.S. lawmaker urges Congress to review arms sales to India

The Hindu – World · India

Congressman Jim McGovern, co-chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, also called on Congress to pass the bipartisan and bicameral Transnational Repres…

Geopolitics

What will Keir Starmer do next?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Outgoing PM has joked about cookery classes and cutting hedges, but does the international stage beckon?As his time in Downing Street comes to an end, Keir Sta…

Geopolitics

White House backs Argentina players over Falklands banner in World Cup semi-final

The Guardian – World · Europe

White House Fifa taskforce chief defends Argentina footballers, saying US believes in free speechThe White House has backed Argentina’s footballers who display…

Geopolitics

Trump threatens to increase Canada tariffs over wildfire smoke pollution

The Hindu – World · India

President Donald Trump accused Canada of ‘not properly maintaining’ their forests, failing to carry out ‘basic Forest Management and Debris Removal’

Geopolitics

Iran threatens to move beyond retaliation as US attacks enter Day 7

Indian Express – World · India

- Iran warns of escalating attacks beyond retaliation if US strikes continue for 2–3 days, threatening "offense and complete destruction" of US forces. - US …

Geopolitics

Why is Trump risking midterm disaster by resuming the unpopular Iran war?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Less than a month after hailing a ceasefire, Trump resumed strikes on Iran, a move experts warn could prolong the war and hurt Republicans before the midtermsF…

Geopolitics

Indian Activist on Hunger Strike Is Forcibly Removed by Police

The New York Times – World · US

The activist, Sonam Wangchuk, started his strike last month as part of a protest over educational mismanagement that has affected millions of students.

Geopolitics

Iranian attack sparks fire at Kuwait power and water desalination plant

Indian Express – World · India

- Iran launched attacks on US allies in the Gulf, targeting Kuwait’s power plant and US bases, causing fires and power outages. - IRGC claimed retaliation fo…

Geopolitics

Germany news: Minister warns of high terror threat

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Germany’s interior minister has warned of a heightened security threat, saying an attack could be imminent. Meanwhile, a train security guard was critically in…

Geopolitics

India news: CJP to call for Modi's resignation after Sonam Wangchuk 'forcefully' shifted to hospital

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Abhijeet Dipke said the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will now demand the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi after Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly shifted t…

Geopolitics

Farage’s furious clash with Times editor stuns figures close to him

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Strong confrontation’ comes at fragile moment for Reform’s relations with rightwing media as coverage turns negativeNigel Farage is no stranger to expressing …

Geopolitics

Israeli ministers announce plans for new illegal settlements in Gaza and West Bank

The Guardian – World · Europe

Defence minister seeks three ‘Naha’ outposts in Gaza as top commander says Israel now controls 65% of the strip, violating Trump ceasefire dealIsrael’s defence…

Geopolitics

Trump’s Chinese interference claims ‘reveal huge crisis facing American democracy’

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Donald Trump’s latest diatribe against China over alleged election meddling has laid bare a “huge crisis” within America’s democratic system, a promi…

Geopolitics

A seventh night of US strikes cuts water to villages in Iran’s south

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US has bombed bridges and energy infrastructure in the seventh straight night of attacks on Iran.

Geopolitics

Indian activist on hunger strike for 20 days forcibly taken to hospital

BBC News – World · Europe

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has now begun an indefinite fast in Sonam Wangchuk's place.

Geopolitics

UK’s Burnham faces test as Trump seeks British bases for Iran attack

South China Morning Post – World · China

The resumption of US strikes against Iran has thrust incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham into a potential day one decision on how much to support Britain’s…

Geopolitics

As Trump Scraps With Meloni, His Envoy to Italy Is at Sea

The New York Times – World · US

Tilman J. Fertitta, the U.S. ambassador to Rome, is summering on his superyacht as President Trump squabbles with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy.

Geopolitics

Billionaire US envoy faces Venice protests amid yacht tour

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Hundreds protested the arrival of billionaire and Trump-appointed US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta in Venice. The ambassador's stop — on his personal yacht — is p…

Geopolitics

Venice protesters rally against US ambassador’s superyacht tour

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Protesters clashed with police in Venice outside US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta’s superyacht.

Geopolitics

Iran threatens 'full-scale' offensive if US keeps bombing

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

An Iranian general warned no border will be safe if the US strikes continue past the next few days. Meanwhile, the US rejected Tehran's claims that two oil tan…

Geopolitics

India: Police move activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital on court orders

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

New Delhi's police have asked people to vacate the Jantar Mantar site where Wangchuk, students and supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party have been camping i…

Geopolitics

Memphis rallies for progressive Democrat after four fatal shootings by taskforce: ‘Fight of our lives’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and Ayanna Pressley join rally to support Justin Pearson’s bid for a seat in CongressMore than a thousand people rallied for Justin Pea…

Geopolitics

Iranian official says the policy of negotiating during war is over

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mohsen Rezaee has warned that if the US continues bombing Iran, Tehran will escalate its response into full-scale war.

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