Houthi Attacks and Saudi Arabia’s Security Dilemma
Bringing maritime traffic in the Red Sea under Houthi control was intended to exert pressure not only on Saudi Arabia but also on global actors.
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Pope Leo’s AI Warning Challenges Big Tech’s Growing Influence
Pope Leo warned against what he described as the “idolatry of profit” and the belief that technology can reduce every…
Israel and Lebanon Agree to Implement Ceasefire, Hopes Rise for Iran Deal
A previous ceasefire announced last month failed to halt fighting, with clashes continuing after Israel launched operations in Lebanon in…
From Astana to Turkistan: Decoding Erdoğan’s Middle Corridor Vision
Turkey is not simply a transit country on the Middle Corridor. It is the corridor’s European gateway.
Trump Endorses Colombian Presidential Candidate Abelardo de la Espriella
In a video shared on social media following Trump’s endorsement, de la Espriella emphasized the importance of cooperation with Washington…
From Sherman Kent to Palantir: New Manuals for a Disintegrating World Order
My research into US techno-politics consistently reveals a single truth. Technology never hovers above politics.
US Arms Sales to Taiwan Remain Flashpoint in US-China Relations
Analysts estimate Taiwan currently faces a weapons backlog approaching $30 billion. Some major systems approved years ago remain under production…
Indo-Pacific Deepens Defense Ties as Concerns Grow Over U.S. and China
Among the countries taking a more active role in the Indo-Pacific is Japan, which is positioning itself as a central…
Pakistan and Mediation Efforts: A New Regional Role or an Opportunist Move?
Pakistan’s initiative to find a solution to the crisis between the United States and Iran may be viewed through the…
Energy Push in Somalia: The Next Phase of Türkiye’s Multi-Layered Strategy
Türkiye’s commencement of oil exploration activities in Somalia may, at first glance, appear to be a purely technical energy initiative.…
Russia Launches Oreshnik Missile and Drone Assault on Kyiv
According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia launched 90 missiles and 600 drones during the hours-long overnight attack.
Questioning the U.S.’ Superpower Status: What Does the Iran War Tell Us?
Today, Israel is the United States’ closest ally. You will not see Israel suffering the insults Trump directed at Europeans.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Rejects Sending Enriched Uranium Abroad, Sources Say
One Iranian source said Tehran may consider reducing the sensitivity of its uranium stockpile by diluting part of it under…
The Gulf Front of the War: From the Oasis of Prosperity to a Security Crisis
The Gulf states were disappointed by the failure of the security architecture, which had been based on the assumption that…
Straits and Armed Conflicts: What About the Strait of Hormuz?
The US blocking civilian vessels bound for or coming from Iran through the Strait of Hormuz would clearly violate international…
Report: China Secretly Trained Russian Troops Later Deployed in Ukraine
European intelligence officials told Reuters that Russia benefits particularly from China’s advanced drone industry and training infrastructure.
Who Is Right in the Trump-Merz Row Over Iran?
Merz’s statements supporting the war initiated by the U.S. and Israel against Iran—which was in violation of international law—had also…
Xi Hosts Putin Days after Trump Visit in Display of China’s Balancing Act
Both China and Russia maintain close relations with Tehran and have helped shield Iran from Western sanctions over recent years.
Drones Hit UAE and Saudi Arabia as Iran War Stalemate Deepens
Saudi Arabia and the UAE announced that its air defenses intercepted drones entering their airspace.
