The Fall of an Autocrat: Dawn of a New Era in Bangladesh?
The dynamics of the student-led national protests in Bangladesh have opened the doors to what it means to be a Bengali today.
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Turkey Celebrates Historic Milestone with Inaugural Crewed Space Mission
Axiom Space successfully launched Turkey’s first astronaut, Alper Gezeravci, and three other crew members on the Ax3 mission from NASA’s…
Pakistan Strikes Inside Iran, Escalating Regional Tension
Iran vehemently condemned the airstrikes by Pakistan on its soil, with the foreign ministry spokesperson, Nasser Kanaani, stating that Pakistan’s…
Slovakian PM Backs Hungary’s Veto on EU Aid to Ukraine
Fico criticized Brussels for attempting to “punish” Hungary over its stance on funds for Ukraine.
Pakistan Warns of Consequences as Iran Targets Balochistan
Reacting strongly, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry issued a stern warning to Iran, deeming the incident “completely unacceptable” and highlighting the potential…
Who Will Say “Enough Is Enough” to Israel?
Germany, which committed genocide against the Jews between the two world wars based on anti-Semitism and theories of racial hierarchy,…
Taiwan Votes for Continuity of De Facto Sovereignty
It is impossible to expect any change in mainland China’s political and territorial sovereignty claims over the island in the…
Europe Divided Over US, UK Strikes on Houthis in Yemen
Italy, Spain, and France refrained from participating in the US and British strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen, underscoring…
EU AI Act: Can Europe Lead the World in AI Regulation?
The contrasting perspectives of the EU and the US on AI and its regulation will likely lead to a subtle…
The Rohingya and Indonesia’s Buck-Passing
The influx of refugees from Myanmar to Indonesia has constantly increased in 2023, which caused local unease and protest in…
Oil Surges as US, UK Strikes on Houthis Heighten Geopolitical Tensions
Following targeting Houthis in Yemen, Brent futures showed a 4% increase, reaching $80.52 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate…
Maldives and China Forge Strategic Partnership Amidst Regional Shifts
As the Maldives pivots towards China, the regional balance of power undergoes a subtle shift.
ICJ Hears South Africa’s Case of Genocide Against Palestinians by Israel
South Africa’s initial plea to the ICJ seeks an immediate suspension of Israel’s military offensive in the Gaza Strip.
Israeli Attacks on Gaza Impact Arms Aid to Ukraine, Says Kyiv’s Ambassador
The international focus on Gaza has led to a perception that the war in Ukraine has ended, says Ukrainian ambassador…
The Missing Piece of the Middle East Chessboard: Russia
Russia is far from protecting the Palestinian people to the extent that it did in the past.
Indonesia Takes Leadership in South China Sea Code of Conduct Negotiations
Indonesia’s Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea proposal has gained unanimous agreement from all ASEAN member countries…
Dutch Politician Wilders Withdraws Proposal to Ban Mosques and Quran
The proposed legislation, dating back to 2018, was part of a series of laws presented by Wilders that aimed to…
Africa’s Perspective on Palestine
Forty-six of the 55 African Union member states have established diplomatic, economic, and development cooperation with Israel. But some have…
The Troubled History of Bangladesh’s Elections: A Saga of Bans and Boycotts
The historical backdrop of Bangladesh’s elections reveals a recurring pattern of political turmoil, electoral disputes, and power transitions.
