Ireland Becomes French Military Protectorate
Ireland is increasingly reliant on France for its security, effectively becoming a military protectorate. This development has been unfoldin…
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Nisa: France's Gateway to the Indo-Pacific
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Nice, France's fifth-largest city, highlighting its growing role in Indo-Pacific diplom…
Fragmented Trade and Sanctioned Oil's Hidden Routes
Sanctioned oil continues to flow through complex networks, evading isolation efforts. Global trading hubs like Singapore are key to understa…
Philippines Confirms Removal of Chinese Floating Platform
The Philippines confirmed the removal of a large Chinese floating platform from Scarborough Shoal, a disputed atoll in the South China Sea. …
Senate Primary Poll Shakes Up Michigan Democratic Politics
A recent independent poll has sparked controversy in Michigan's Democratic primary, with Senator Mallory McMorrow facing a surprising shortf…
UAE Bans Social Media for Under‑15s, Gives Platforms One Year to Purge Accounts
The United Arab Emirates announced a nationwide ban on social‑media use for anyone under 15 years old. The decree, issued by the Ministry of…
India's Government Labels Telegram as "Monster
India's government has temporarily banned Telegram, citing concerns over the platform's growing influence. The ban has sparked debate over t…
Iran Won the War but May Lose the Peace
Tehran has emerged victorious from a recent conflict, but its actions now will determine the outcome of the post-war period. The Iranian gov…
Who is Jay Clayton, Trump's Pick for National Intelligence Director?
Jay Clayton, US attorney for the Southern District of New York, is set to appear before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday. He w…
Israel Takes Control of Hebron
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that Israel has transferred authority over Hebron to the army, taking full control of th…
Ghosts of Empire: Laikipia's Colonial Past Haunts US Ebola Centre
Protests have erupted in Laikipia, Kenya, over a US-funded Ebola quarantine centre, sparking concerns about land ownership and sovereignty. …
Trump's AI Export Strategy
The US aims to dominate global AI. The Trump administration wants to export American AI. This is a key part of its plans. ## AI Export Contr…
Trump Hints at Restoring Russian Oil Sanctions as G7 Shifts Focus to Ukraine
Former President Donald Trump told reporters on Tuesday that he could lift the ban on Russian oil imports if the United States were to re‑im…
US Primary Elections Kick Off This Week
The first primary elections of the US presidential campaign are set to take place on Tuesday in Alabama, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and …
Washington's Next Mayor to Face Trump Test
Washingtonians are set to elect a new mayor, with frontrunners Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie vying for the top spot. The winner w…
Israel Rejects US-Iran Deal, Vows to Continue Lebanon Action
Israeli ministers have rejected the US-Iran agreement, calling for continued action against Lebanon. National Security Minister Itamar Ben G…
Russia's Plot Against Starmer Sparks Global Concerns
World leaders are gathering at the G7 summit, where UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's priorities are under scrutiny. Tensions in the Middle E…
Netanyahu's Worst Fear Unfolds
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a grim reality after US President Donald Trump's agreement with Iran. Ominous signs are…
Iran-US Deal Update: Netanyahu Warns of Disagreement with Trump
The White House is considering releasing the text of the Iran deal early, amid warnings from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that he and Pr…
US and Iran Sign Historic Agreement Electronically
The US and Iran have electronically signed a memorandum of understanding ahead of a formal ceremony. US President Donald Trump, Vice Preside…
Hezbollah Urges Unity Amid US-Iran Deal Fallout
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam welcomed the US-Iran agreement, hoping it would end the war. Hezbollah called for unity as the region re…
Japan's Central Bank Raises Interest Rates to 1%
The Bank of Japan increased interest rates to 1%, the highest level since 1995, in a move decided by a 7-1 majority vote. This decision was …
Rural America Turns Against Trump as Approval Rating Hits New Low
Rural America's support for President Trump is waning, with his approval rating dropping to a new low, according to a recent poll. The surve…
Iran Used Psychologists to Understand Trump's Behaviour
Iran brought in psychiatric professionals to advise its negotiators during indirect talks with the US to better understand President Donald …