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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Why is London Uncomfortable with the Erdoğan-Yousaf Meeting?
David Cameron’s reaction to Humza Yousaf’s meeting with President Erdogan in Dubai was for three main reasons.
US and Venezuela Swap Prisoners, Marking a Thaw in Bilateral Tensions
The prisoner exchange comes as the White House commits to a deeper engagement with Caracas, evidenced by recent sanctions relief…
Taiwan and Canada Solidify Economic Ties with New Investment Deal
The agreement with Canada comes at a time when Taiwan is actively seeking support from major democracies to counter China’s…
Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Impact Global LNG and Oil Shipping
Attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group have led to a heightened sense of caution among shipping companies, with some LNG tankers…
Malaysia Imposes Ban on Israeli-Flagged Ships
Anwar Ibrahim’s administration has annulled previous permissions granted to Israeli-registered companies for anchorage and docking, dating back to decisions made…
EU Secures Milestone Agreement on Asylum Reform Amidst Heated Negotiations
The EU migration accord arrives nearly three years after the pact’s introduction in September 2020, a period when the EU…
Russia Asserts No Plans to Attack NATO, Cites Break in Relations by the West
According to Lavrov, President Putin has made it known to all, including President Biden, that Russia is free of any…
Why Are Muslims More Sensitive to Palestinian Suffering?
Israel’s horrific actions have led not only Muslims but people of other faiths to denounce the genocide in Gaza.
US-Vietnam Relations “Unaffected” by Hanoi’s Defense Pledges with Beijing
Cameron Thomas-Shah, spokesperson at the U.S. embassy in Hanoi, emphasized that the U.S.’s relationship with Vietnam is independent of any…
Turkish-Russian Relations from Peter the Great to Putin
Peter the Great did not achieve all of his goals, but the door to Russia’s imperial ambitions had been cracked…
Scientists Warn of Record Hot Year in 2024 Due to El Nino and Climate Change
The year 2023 has already been marked by record-breaking temperatures each month since July, making it the warmest year on…
Cyprus Urges EU to Reassess Syria’s Safety for Refugee Repatriation
The Cypriot foreign ministry is set to formally raise this issue of refugees with Brussels
Russia Increases Military Budget to $140 Billion for 2024, SIPRI Reports
There is a shift in budgetary priorities within Russia, giving more attention to the military in 2024.
International Rescue Committee Highlights 10 Humanitarian Crises for 2024
10 top crises in the world are predominantly concentrated in countries housing only 10% of the global population but representing…
Roger Waters Faces Backlash Over Palestine Support During Latin America Tour
British musician Roger Waters revealed that during his ‘This Is Not a Drill’ tour in Argentina and Uruguay, he faced…
The Golden Passport: Global Mobility for Millionaires
For many, obtaining a new citizenship poses a challenge, but for the rich, the pursuit is a matter of price.
Niger Cuts Ties with EU Defense Missions, Turns to Russia for Military Cooperation
The pivot towards Russia follows a suspension of financial aid and security assistance by the EU.
Russia Expands Military Amid Ukraine Conflict: Putin Orders 170,000 New Troops
A decree orders the expansion of Russia’s armed forces by nearly 170,000, bringing the total number of troops to 1.32…
