Geopolitics
The hardest party to manage in the Iran talks isn’t Iran
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Washington's spoiler problem sits inside its own alliance, and the spoiler playbook was never written for friends.
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Geopolitics
Palestinians injured in Israeli settler attacks across West Bank
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
More than 30 people reportedly arrested across the occupied territory, as Israel intensifies its siege.
Geopolitics
What to Know About Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s Ousted Defense Minister
The New York Times – World · US
Mr. Fedorov became the youthful face of Ukraine’s successful drone warfare program. The move to replace him has prompted street protests.
Geopolitics
China overtakes US in global favourability for first time, finds Pew survey
Indian Express – World · India
- Pew Research Center's study shows global favorability for China now exceeds the US, reversing long-standing perceptions. - Trump's "America First" and the …
Geopolitics
White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets
BBC News – World · Europe
A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
Geopolitics
Fifa 'assessing match reports' over Falklands banner
BBC News – World · Europe
Fifa is "assessing the match reports" before deciding whether to punish Argentina after players held a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkl…
Geopolitics
Political crisis and protests in Ukraine as Zelenskyy defends sacking defence minister
The Guardian – World · Europe
President says he had to choose ‘one side or the other’ after breakdown of relations between ministry and military leadersUkraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelens…
Geopolitics
Israeli Government Pushes Through Divisive Laws Before Election
The New York Times – World · US
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backed a series of laws undermining legal oversight of the government, benefiting allied media outlets and aiming to shore up…
Geopolitics
Israel tells Pentagon chief will keep troops in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza 'security zones'
The Hindu – World · India
His comments come days after U.S. President Donald Trump asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to pull Israeli forces out of Syria and Lebanon
Geopolitics
Kremlin says there's no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine
The Hindu – World · India
Nearly 4-1/2 years into the war, the front lines remain largely static while Russia and Ukraine strike each other's cities and key energy infrastructure and …
Tech & Startups
X cracks down on creators who steal content
TechCrunch · US
X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.
Geopolitics
Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in Ukraine
BBC News – World · Europe
A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.
Geopolitics
US intensifies attacks on Iran as Tehran hits back at Gulf states
The Guardian – World · Europe
Sixth day of fighting threatens to turn into all-out war and casts serious doubt on peace deal struck last monthChaos and confusion bring US no closer to resol…
Geopolitics
Ukraine’s Ousted Defense Minister Attacks the Military’s Old Guard
The New York Times – World · US
Mykhailo Fedorov defended his efforts to modernize the Ukrainian armed forces as thousands of people protested his dismissal.
Geopolitics
‘Shame!’: Why Ukrainians are protesting against President Zelenskyy during war with Russia
Indian Express – World · India
- **Mass protests erupt** in Kyiv and cities after Zelenskyy dismissed Defence Minister Fedorov, sparking a political crisis and exposing military leadership t…
Geopolitics
Anthropic, China and why Pax Silica architect thinks the US can keep the AI lead
South China Morning Post – World · China
The struggle between the US and China over who will lead in artificial intelligence is one of the defining competitions of our time. In this first part of our …
Geopolitics
Target of Monaco bomb blames attack on Ukrainian spy agency
The Guardian – World · Europe
Vadym Iermolaiev says military intelligence officers were behind assassination attempt that seriously wounded partner and child• Monaco bomb mystery deepens as…
Geopolitics
Nvidia, Tesla, Apple: Trump promoted companies after buying their stocks, says report
Indian Express – World · India
- Trump promoted companies on Truth Social after investing, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. - White House denies wrongdoing, claiming investments are …
Geopolitics
Trump’s Board of Peace drops full Gaza recovery plan in favour of tiny pilot scheme
The Guardian – World · Europe
Revised plan aims to ‘keep something going’ amid fears Netanyahu may gamble on new all-out offensive before Israeli electionsThe Gaza recovery plan being pursu…
Geopolitics
Philippine military assures ‘no vacuum’ over top officer’s retirement
South China Morning Post – World · China
Senior Philippine officers from the armed forces have emphasised continuity among the military leadership, with the expected retirement of chief of staff Gener…
Geopolitics
Can Malaysia’s PAS deliver the votes in Negeri Sembilan despite Johor wipeout?
South China Morning Post – World · China
Malaysia’s largest Islamist party was wiped out in Johor’s state election last weekend, but PAS is now trying to turn that defeat into bargaining power. Its ar…
Geopolitics
Ukraine's Parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi as new Prime Minister
The Hindu – World · India
The appointment came as hundreds of protesters gathered outside parliament to oppose Mr. Zelenskyy's dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov
Geopolitics
Germany may make it illegal to deny Israel's right to exist
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Germany's upper house of parliament, the Bundesrat, has introduced a bill seeking to ban the questioning of Israel's right to exist. It is now up to the lower …
Geopolitics
Sheikh Hasina’s return bid threatens to upend Bangladeshi politics
South China Morning Post – World · China
Ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s vow to return to Bangladesh despite facing a death sentence has raised the prospect of a dramatic comeback for her…
Geopolitics
JD Vance admits Trump administration ‘absolutely screwed up’ Epstein files, claims Mossad links
Indian Express – World · India
- Vice President JD Vance admitted the Trump administration "absolutely screwed up" handling Epstein files, fueling public distrust over delayed, confusing com…
Geopolitics
What's behind the Iran regime's 'revenge propaganda'?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Calls for revenge over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are growing louder in Iran. Through increasingly harsh rhetoric, the leadership is seeking to mobili…
Geopolitics
Ukraine lawmakers approve Koretskyi as new PM amid protests
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second Cabinet shakeup in a year. He faces criticism for dismissing reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Geopolitics
Zelensky faces fury on Ukrainian streets after dropping popular defence minister
South China Morning Post – World · China
Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday morning against the removal of popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov. More than a thousand p…
Geopolitics
Protests erupt across Ukraine against removal of Defence Minister
The Hindu – World · India
Mr. Zelenskyy has not named a successor in a host of changes that have also seen the Prime Minister removed
Geopolitics
Keir Starmer arrives in Kyiv for farewell visit as British PM – Europe live
The Guardian – World · Europe
Arrival of outgoing British leader in Ukraine comes as Zelenskyy faces outrage after removing popular defence ministerand Artem Mazhulin in KyivFedorov’s six…
Geopolitics
US strikes expand to northern Iran as Tehran fires on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan – Middle East crisis live
The Guardian – World · Europe
Iran reports explosions in several cities including capital while US military says it also hit and disabled tanker in strait of Hormuz US attacks oil tanker in…
Geopolitics
Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes
BBC News – World · Europe
Explosions were heard across Iran overnight, shortly after neighbouring Gulf states began to report attacks.
Geopolitics
Trump says Iran has freed a detained U.S. citizen
The Hindu – World · India
Dena Karari’s attorney said what drew Tehran authorities to Ms. Karari was her operation of the non-profit Children of Mehr Foundation, which helped impoverish…
Geopolitics
'We will kill Trump': Tehran puts up gigantic billboard depicting US president in coffin
Times of India – World · India
A large billboard showing Donald Trump in a coffin appeared in Tehran's Enghelab Square. This display coincided with renewed military strikes between the Unite…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong Police Raid Independent Bookstores and Arrest 5 People
The New York Times – World · US
Other booksellers have been detained in recent months as part of a broad national security crackdown.
Geopolitics
Army chief visits crucial Siliguri Corridor - why Chicken's Neck area is critical for India
Times of India – World · India
India is actively enhancing infrastructure to secure its vital land bridge connecting the mainland to Northeast states. Railways plans a new underground line, …
Geopolitics
British girl, 15, stranded in Rome for six weeks due to new passport rules
The Guardian – World · Europe
The dual national, who missed six weeks of school, is latest of several children affected by recent Home Office policyA British girl was prevented from returni…
Geopolitics
U.S. Mint will produce $1 coin with Trump's image, Treasury Secretary says
The Hindu – World · India
The design, which also features the words “Liberty,” “In God We Trust” and “1776-2026” on the front and an image of the bald eagle from the presidential seal …
Geopolitics
Watch: U.S. troops to be tested for testosterone every year: Pete Hegseth
The Hindu – World · India
- **U.S. troops to undergo annual testosterone testing**, per Pete Hegseth's announcement. - **Policy aims to assess health and readiness**, though specifics…
Geopolitics
Trump’s intelligence chief nominee won’t say Biden won 2020 election
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US President Trump’s nominee for top intel official, Jay Clayton, evaded directly stating that Biden won 2020 election
Geopolitics
Argentina’s Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Argentina players held up a banner declaring ‘Las Malvinas son Argentinas’ after beating England.
Geopolitics
Liberals say ‘all options’ should be considered despite Angus Taylor hosing down gender quota proposal
The Guardian – World · Europe
Anne Ruston called for the party to act with ‘urgency’ after discussion paper suggested ways to improve engagement with women, multicultural communities and yo…
Geopolitics
Promote Huanggang Port crossing system and improve bus parking, authorities urged
South China Morning Post – World · China
Authorities should step up promotion of the new crossing arrangements at the upgraded Huanggang Port checkpoint between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, while ensuring …
Geopolitics
Iran scraps plan of more talks with US as strikes enter 5th day; Trump warns ‘better behave’
Indian Express – World · India
- **US strikes Iran** targeting military assets and a blockade-violating ship, with Trump warning Tehran to "better behave," amid escalating regional tensions.…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong police raid two bookstores, arrest five people
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Five booksellers have been arrested in Hong Kong over the sale of allegedly "seditious" publications. Two bookstores have become the latest target in a continu…
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