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Geopolitics

Merz and Macron: A Franco-German week of harmony

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron did everything they could this week to demonstrate a close partnership. This is likely because both fear that the next Frenc…

Geopolitics

Dismissal of Ukraine’s defence minister highlights wider issues for Zelenskyy

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mykhailo Fedorov, celebrated by many for innovative, tech-driven approach, was sidelined for military old guardVolodomyr Zelenskyy’s abrupt dismissal of Ukrain…

Geopolitics

Who is Andy Burnham? Britain’s next PM, wife, children and why he’s called the ‘King of the North’

Indian Express – World · India

- Andy Burnham elected Labour leader, positioning him as UK's next PM after a 20-year political career. - Known as "King of the North," he champions regional…

Geopolitics

Iran-U.S. Talks: How 4 Negotiators Would Approach Diplomacy

The New York Times – World · US

First step: Agree on a goal.

Geopolitics

‘Suddenly, I Was Free’: A Chinese Pastor’s Journey From Jail to the U.S.

The New York Times – World · US

In his first interview since being released by China, Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri details his surprise release after a direct appeal by President Trump to Xi Jinpin…

Geopolitics

Russian activist arrested a day after predicting Putin will end up in handcuffs

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Russian activist who spent years targeting opponents of the Kremlin before unexpectedly denouncing President Vladimir Putin and his Ukraine offensive was arr…

Geopolitics

UK: Andy Burnham confirmed as Labour Party leader

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The ruling center-left Labour Party has selected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister.

Geopolitics

Ukraine: Several killed and injured in Russian strikes

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Russia carried out deadly strikes across Ukraine overnight that hit residential areas, while Ukraine said drone strikes in the Black Sea hit 12 Russian vessels.

Geopolitics

Fact check: Trump revives US election fraud claims

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

In a primetime address, US President Donald Trump alleged Chinese voter interference in the 2020 US election. DW examined the declassified documents behind his…

Geopolitics

How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK's international role

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain's new prime minister on Monday. How will the former mayor of Manchester tackle interna…

Geopolitics

Andy Burnham elected Labour Party leader, set to be next UK Prime Minister

Indian Express – World · India

- Andy Burnham becomes UK Labour leader after confirming at a conference, set to lead toward PM role. - He credits Starmer’s leadership for Labour’s revival,…

Geopolitics

Why NBC and ABC skipped Trump’s primetime address despite severe threats of sanctions

Indian Express – World · India

- ABC, NBC, and CNN declined to air Trump’s election security speech, prompting his accusations of censorship and threats to revoke their licenses. - FCC inv…

General

Pro-Kremlin blogger who turned on Putin is arrested as Russia steps up crackdown

NBC News – World · US

A former loyalist blogger turned fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin has been detained and accused of spreading false information about the armed…

Geopolitics

‘Let them fight’: Chinese social media reacts to Trump’s election interference claims

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese social media users reacted with mockery, scepticism and concern after US President Donald Trump accused Beijing of meddling in US elections in a prime-…

Geopolitics

Iran says it targeted US fighter jets in Jordan, ‘caused serious damage’

Indian Express – World · India

- Iran's IRGC claims to have attacked U.S. jets and tankers in Jordan using missiles and drones, warning of retaliation for future strikes. - U.S. retaliated…

Geopolitics

China rejects Trump’s election meddling claims as ‘fabricated’ and ‘slanderous’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Beijing has sharply dismissed President Donald Trump’s allegations of Chinese interference in US elections, mirroring its strong reaction to similar accusation…

Tech & Startups

The Group Behind ‘2000 Mules’ Is Back With Another Election Conspiracy Film

Wired · Global

True the Vote is working with a Detroit pastor to produce a new documentary called Trap, based on claims that have already been thrown out in court.

Geopolitics

ICE arrests human rights lawyer who fled Chinese crackdown

The Guardian – World · Europe

Arrest in Pennsylvania of Wu Shaoping, who is awaiting asylum decision, raises fears of deportation and persecutionA Chinese human rights lawyer has been arres…

Geopolitics

‘Mini Kabul’ falls silent as Pakistan targets undocumented Afghans in border province

South China Morning Post – World · China

Members of Afghan settlements in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border province hurriedly packed up belongings this week while others hid at home as police laun…

Geopolitics

Dubai Migrant Worker Layoffs Reveal Costs of Middle East War

The New York Times – World · US

The Persian Gulf city attracted migrant workers with the promise of opportunity. Many now say the war has brought job losses and salary cuts.

Geopolitics

Trump wanted to rebuild Gaza. Now the plan is down to one pilot camp: Report

Indian Express – World · India

- Trump’s Gaza reconstruction plan scaled back to a limited Rafah pilot project, delayed until after Israel’s October elections. - ISF setup with Moroccan/Ko…

Geopolitics

US announces visa curbs to bar ‘far-left terrorist’ groups from entering country

Indian Express – World · India

- US State Dept imposes visa restrictions on foreign nationals linked to far-left terrorists, calling them enemies of civilization. - Policy targets those fi…

Geopolitics

Moira Deeming disendorsed as Victorian Liberal party candidate for upcoming state election

The Guardian – World · Europe

The party’s state executive decided MP’s fate after she withdrew her legal action against the party earlier this weekGet our breaking news email, free app or d…

Geopolitics

Philippines’ Pax Silica AI hub plan slammed for mineral ‘plunder’

South China Morning Post – World · China

On a 1,620-hectare (4,000 acres) site north of Manila, Philippine and US officials are pitching a hi-tech hub as a global gateway to AI, semiconductors and cri…

Geopolitics

How Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North,’ Conquered U.K. Politics

The New York Times – World · US

A plain-spoken politician from a modest background in northwest England, Mr. Burnham is set to be named Labour leader — and prime minister apparent — on Friday.

Geopolitics

Mandela Day: Has South Africa failed his vision?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Three decades after apartheid, many South Africans say Nelson Mandela's vision remains unfulfilled. Inequality, xenophobia and anti-migrant protests continue t…

Geopolitics

US strikes on Iran reportedly hit airport and bridges – Middle East crisis live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Iranshahr airport, southern rail station and two bridges attacked, Iranian media saysThe Iranian health ministry said 38 people have been killed in Iran in rec…

Geopolitics

Burnham to say his government will be ‘unashamedly Labour’ in first speech as party leader – UK politics live

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Special conference’ to take place at noon where Burnham will be formally announced as Labour leaderZack Polanski, the Green party leader, used to be relativel…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong passes bill for Huanggang ‘co-location’ arrangement

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s legislature has passed a bill providing the legal basis for implementing a “co-location” arrangement at the upgraded Huanggang border crossing foll…

Geopolitics

Any country doing business with Russia will be 'very severely' sanctioned: Trump

The Hindu – World · India

“They are passing legislation. The Republicans are putting in legislation—Very tough sanctions on any country doing business with Russia. They may add Iran to …

Geopolitics

Ahead of U.S. Ambassador arrival, Trump okays 500% tariff Bill on Russian oil; withdraws from India-led ISA

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, who takes charge on January 12, 2026 has said ending India’s Russian oil imports is a “top priority”

Geopolitics

Trump will attend FIFA World Cup final, says White House; Argentina prez Milei to skip event

Times of India – World · India

- White House confirms President Trump will attend FIFA World Cup final. - Final match is between Argentina and Spain. - Event takes place at the New [loca…

Geopolitics

U.S. Senate Bill seeks 100% tariffs on India, 4 other nations for buying Russian oil

The Hindu – World · India

The Bill exempts countries, mostly European nations, whose imports of Russian natural gas account for less than 15% of Russia's total natural gas exports and w…

Geopolitics

Germany news: Macron and Merz lead bilateral cabinet talks

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Berlin and Paris are seeking to deepen security cooperation as ministers meet in western Germany. Meanwhile, a court is set to deliver its verdict on an allege…

Geopolitics

Xi Jinping warns against creating ‘new historical injustices’ in AI era

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Xi Jinping warned against creating “new historical injustices” in the era of artificial intelligence on Friday, calling for greater support for the t…

Geopolitics

India news: Modi silent as Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike enters 20th day

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike entered its 20th day and the "Cockroach" party continued its protest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced criticism for his re…

Geopolitics

Is Europe’s anti-missile project with Ukraine ‘insurance’ against unpredictable US?

South China Morning Post – World · China

A new European anti-missile coalition with Ukraine is more of a strategic “insurance” policy rather than a break with Washington, according to analysts, as Eur…

Geopolitics

Andy Burnham’s difficult first cabinet – a visual guide to the options and dilemmas

The Guardian – World · Europe

The Makerfield MP enters No 10 as prime minister on Monday. But who will he choose to join him at the table?Keir Starmer is expected formally to resign as prim…

Geopolitics

Trump’s teleprompter operator accused of using insider access to make $100,000

Indian Express – World · India

- White House teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez faces probe for allegedly using non-public info to bet on Trump’s speeches, earning nearly $100,000 via predi…

Geopolitics

Trump’s China election-interference claims spark scapegoat fears among Asian-Americans

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Donald Trump’s allegations of US election manipulation by China have triggered concern among Chinese-American community leaders and citizens, some of…

Geopolitics

US deploys jets, drones, and warships for sixth straight night of attacks on Iran | Video

Indian Express – World · India

- US conducted 6th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military sites like air defenses and logistics with precision munitions. - Iran retaliated…

Geopolitics

Trump revives election fraud claims ahead of U.S. midterms

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Trump portrayed the U.S. electoral system as dangerously exposed and urged lawmakers to adopt new restrictions on voting, despite scant appetite for the me…

Geopolitics

Japan relaxes royal succession rules - but ban on female emperors remain

BBC News – World · Europe

The new bill also allows the adoption of male distant relatives aged over 15 back into the imperial family.

Geopolitics

EU border chaos feared at Dover crossing as busiest summer weekend looms

The Guardian – World · Europe

British domestic holidays are being pushed to their highest levels since CovidThe start of the peak summer season is set to bring millions of drivers on to Bri…

Geopolitics

Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s controversial speech on election security

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters, but critics say his claims were misleading.

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