World & Politics
Typhoon Kalmaegi’s death toll in the Philippines exceeds 110
110 individuals have lost their lives due to the severe Typhoon Kalmaegi, which hit the Philippines on Tuesday, as reported by The Philippine Star on Wednesday.
Published on November 6, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Mamdani wins New York mayoral election
Democratic Party member Zohran Mamdani, who is 34 years old, declared his win in the New York City mayoral election during a gathering with his supporters, as reported by American…
Published on November 5, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Israeli Defense Minister accuses the Lebanese President of delaying Hezbollah’s disarmament
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz accused the Lebanese leadership of prolonging the disarmament of Hezbollah, according to the Times of Israel.
Published on November 3, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US Senators criticize Trump’s decision to resume nuclear weapons testing
Jeanne Shaheen, a senator who serves on the Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, strongly criticized President Donald Trump's decision to restart nuclear weapons testing.
Published on October 31, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Seoul to invest $350 billion in US economy in exchange for Washington’s tariff cuts
US President Donald Trump said he reached an agreement with South Korean leaders about big investments from South Korea into the US economy. In return, the US will lower some…
Published on October 30, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UN Secretary-General declares humanity’s failure in the fight against climate change
In the coming years, global temperatures are expected to rise beyond the previously set 1.5°C target, but it is still possible to prevent this rise from becoming permanent, according to…
Published on October 29, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Japanese Prime Minister nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has proposed US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, according to a statement from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
Published on October 28, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
The US is seeking to end China’s export controls on rare earth metals
One of the key issues on the trade and economic agenda for the upcoming discussions between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is China's export controls on…
Published on October 27, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
French Culture Minister declares that the Louvre Museum has been robbed
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced that the Louvre Museum in Paris had been robbed.
Published on October 20, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Hamas Determined to Retain Security Control in Gaza as Disarmament Debate Deepens
Hamas has made clear that it will not relinquish control over Gaza’s security forces during any interim phase following the ceasefire, exposing the fragile foundations of postwar reconstruction efforts. Senior
Published on October 18, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Global CO₂ Concentrations Surge to Record Highs, Intensifying the Planet’s Warming Trajectory
Carbon dioxide levels in Earth’s atmosphere have reached their highest point since modern measurements began, marking a pivotal moment in the climate crisis. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed
Published on October 16, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
European Commission is examining Turkey and South Korea’s requests to participate in the EU defense program
The European Commission (EC) is reviewing the requests from Turkey and South Korea to join the European Security Action for Europe (SAFE) common defense investment program, but no decisions have…
Published on October 15, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU begins implementing new border control system
The European Commission (EC) has announced that EU Member States will start implementing the new Entry/Exit System (EES) for border control at their external borders on Sunday.
Published on October 13, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
How Hamas Bet Its Leverage: Unpacking the Strategic Gamble of Releasing Hostages
In a conflict defined by violence, bargaining chips, and shifting alliances, Hamas made a bold strategic decision: to surrender its hostages. Behind that choice lies a complex calculus of risk,
Published on October 10, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Fragile Peace Emerges Amid Deep Fault Lines in Israel-Hamas Truce
The Israeli government’s ratification of a ceasefire and hostage-exchange deal with Hamas marks a pivotal moment in the Gaza conflict, raising both hopes and skepticism about a path to peace.
Published on October 10, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Israel and Hamas agree to the first phase of the Gaza peace agreement
US President Donald Trump announced that the Israeli government and the Palestinian group Hamas have reached an agreement on the initial phase of the plan proposed by the US to…
Published on October 9, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
The European Commission proposes to strengthen safeguard measures in the steel industry
The European Commission (EC) proposed a plan to protect the EU steel industry from the unfair impact of global overcapacity.
Published on October 8, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European Commission will use Ukraine’s experience in its “drone wall” project
The European Commission (EC) seeks to utilize Ukraine's expertise in combating UAVs, and its representatives are taking part in talks regarding the EU's "drone wall," stated EC spokesperson Thomas Regnier.
Published on October 2, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US state agencies instructed to begin shutdown procedures
According to US media reports, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has directed federal government agencies to start executing procedures for a temporary shutdown due to insufficient…
Published on September 30, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump’s Relentless Bid for the Nobel Peace Prize Faces Global Skepticism
Donald Trump has turned the Nobel Peace Prize into one of his most coveted ambitions, repeatedly arguing that his foreign policy achievements merit recognition on the world stage. From Middle
Published on September 25, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Signals and Strategy: Unpacking Trump’s Pivot to Back Ukraine’s Push to Reclaim Territory
President Donald Trump’s public statement that Ukraine “can retake all its land” after a sideline meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the U.N. General Assembly marked a notable rhetorical shift
Published on September 24, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Netanyahu promises to prevent creation of a state following recognition of Palestine by several nations
Israeli media reported on Sunday that Israel voiced its displeasure regarding the choice of multiple nations to acknowledge a Palestinian state.
Published on September 22, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Israeli military report approximately 400,000 people leaving Gaza
According to the IDF estimates, around 400,000 individuals have departed the city since the Israeli military declared plans for a ground operation in Gaza and urged for evacuations, reports The…
Published on September 17, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UN plans to cut 2026 budget by $500 million
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres suggested reducing the UN budget for 2026 by 15% by 2025 in a communication to the member states, as reported by the UN press service.
Published on September 17, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UN Vote Revives Two-State Solution Debate as Gaza War Rages
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly endorsed a declaration calling for “tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps” towards a two-state solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, while also condemning Hamas for
Published on September 13, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
US to press G7 countries to raise tariffs on India and China
The Financial Times reported that Washington plans to exert pressure on the G7 nations to encourage them to increase tariffs on imports from China and India that purchase Russian oil.
Published on September 11, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Poland Warns of Near-Conflict as Drone Incursions Reawaken WWII Memory and Spotlight NATO’s Eastward Shift
Poland’s stark assertion that it is “closest to open conflict since World War Two” after a wave of drone incursions has pushed a longstanding historical anxiety back into the centre
Published on September 10, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Trump promises to defend interests of American IT companies in the EU
US President Donald Trump stated that he would talk with the EU leaders regarding hefty penalties for American technology firms.
Published on September 8, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EC prepares partnership agreements with Mercosur and Mexico for ratification
The European Commission (EC) declared that it had presented proposals to the Council for the endorsement of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA) and the updated global agreement with Mexico (MGA).
Published on September 4, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Israel begins mobilizing reservists for operation in Gaza city
The Israel Defense Forces has initiated a significant mobilization of reservists in anticipation of a comprehensive assault on Gaza City, The Jerusalem Post stated on Tuesday.
Published on September 3, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
About 850,000 Syrian refugees returned home since Assad’s resignation
About 850,000 Syrian refugees have come back to Syria from nearby countries since December 2024, when former President Bashar al-Assad left the country, according to the Associated Press (AP), which…
Published on September 1, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
India and China edge toward détente as diplomacy, economics and pragmatism drive thaw
A series of high-level encounters, negotiated border arrangements and pragmatic economic moves have shuffled India and China away from the deep freeze that followed their deadly 2020 clash, opening a
Published on September 1, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Japanese Minister cancels US visit due to rice purchase disagreement
Japanese officials have opted to call off Economic Recovery Minister Ryosei Akazawa's trip to the US planned because Tokyo disagrees with the White House's push for Japan to buy more…
Published on August 31, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
From Rivalry to Pragmatism: Mapping the Past, Present and Future of India–China Relations Amid Modi’s Visit to Tianjin
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi set foot in Tianjin for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, it marked more than a diplomatic appearance. It was the first visit by an Indian
Published on August 30, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
The EC proposes implementation of the joint trade declaration with the US
The European Commission has presented two proposals that, according to its evaluation, set the stage for realizing the joint EU-US statement of 21 August 2025 regarding transatlantic trade and investment.
Published on August 28, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Spanish authorities call forest fires in the country one of the biggest disasters in recent years
Spanish authorities call forest fires in the country one of the biggest disasters in recent years
Published on August 27, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Energy Levers in Diplomacy: Deals on the Table as U.S. and Russia Weigh Peace Incentives: reports
U.S. and Russian officials reportedly raised energy-related proposals on the margins of renewed diplomatic efforts to find a path toward peace in Ukraine, according to media accounts that remain unverified.
Published on August 27, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Warsaw says Poland will continue to pay for Starlink for Ukraine
The blockage by the Polish president on the legislation regarding assistance to Ukrainian citizens will not hinder the utilization of the Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine funded by Warsaw,…
Published on August 26, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Germany’s Luxcara to refuse Chinese turbines for North Sea project
Luxcara GmbH from Germany will turn down an order for wind turbines from China’s Ming Yang Smart Energy Group Ltd. for developing offshore wind farms in the North Sea, opting…
Published on August 26, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump calls for revoking ABC and NBC licenses
US President Donald Trump thinks that ABC and NBC ought to have their licenses taken away.
Published on August 25, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Axios: Israel will agree to ceasefire only if all hostages are released
Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer stated during a meeting with Qatari representatives, who are mediating the Gaza negotiations, that Israel will only accept a ceasefire if the remaining…
Published on August 21, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump and Zelenskiy Forge Security Talks as Moscow Draws a Line
In a high-stakes meeting at the White House that brought together Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and a host of European leaders, U.S. President Donald Trump pledged American support to help
Published on August 19, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Trump says Zelensky could end Ukraine conflict immediately
US President Donald Trump stated that the Ukrainian conflict might resolve swiftly if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky relinquishes Crimea and declines to join NATO.
Published on August 18, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Anchorage Accord Talks: What Was Said Between Putin and Trump — and a Possible Path to Peace in Ukraine
In Anchorage, a high-stakes summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin produced a private exchange of proposals that, according to participants and officials briefed afterwards, sketched
Published on August 17, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Saudi Arabia condemns Israel’s decision to expand military operations in Gaza
At a meeting led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Arabian government condemned Israel's plans to intensify military actions in the Gaza Strip.
Published on August 13, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Europe to support Ukraine’s cession of territories already controlled by Russia
According to The Daily Telegraph, citing sources, Ukraine might consent to stop fighting and relinquish regions currently occupied by Russia as part of a peace initiative endorsed by Europe.
Published on August 12, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU foreign ministers to discuss Ukraine on Monday
EU Foreign Ministers are scheduled to convene on August 11 to talk about the conditions in Ukraine, ANSA stated on Sunday, referencing an undisclosed source from the European Commission.
Published on August 10, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
India committed to protecting national interests after Trump’s tariff announcement
The Indian government is dedicated to securing a fair trade agreement with the US but is ready to take essential measures to safeguard national interests, the Indian Ministry of Commerce…
Published on July 31, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU-US nuclear deal includes trade in technology and reactors
According to European Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen at a briefing, the $750 billion contractual figure that the EU commits to under the energy trade deal with the US will encompass…
Published on July 29, 2025
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Israel’s defense ministry bans some Chinese cars over spying suspicions
The Defense Ministry of Israel has prohibited certain Chinese vehicle models from entry to its “most sensitive” military installations due to concerns over espionage technology, reported Le Figaro on Monday.
Published on July 22, 2025
By Iris Barker