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Inside China’s Vision for a Multipolar World: Retired Senior Colonel Zhou Bo on Beijing’s Global Role
Retired Senior Colonel Zhou Bo speaks with Sreenivasan Jain about China's vision for a multipolar world order and how Beijing's rhetoric compares to its actual conduct.
Former Syrian Mufti Ahmad Badr Al Din Hassoun Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Ahmad Badr Al Din Hassoun, the former top Islamic official under the deposed Assad regime, has been sentenced to life in prison on charges including incitement to violence and abuse of office.
UK to Share Classified Missile Technology with Ukraine to Boost Deep-Strike Capabilities
Britain is releasing classified technology to allow the production of SCALP/Storm Shadow cruise missiles in Ukraine, boosting Kyiv's long-range strike capabilities against Russia.
Pro-Government Adilet Party Secures Landslide Victory in Kazakhstan Parliamentary Election
Kazakhstan's pro-government Adilet party won over 71 percent of the vote in Sunday's parliamentary election, consolidating the power of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Modi Faces Backlash as 'Fix Schools' Campaign Sparks Dissent in India
A new 'Fix Schools' campaign in India sparks political dissent, prompting a swift response from Modi.
Former Syrian Grand Mufti Ahmad Hassoun Sentenced to Life in Prison for War Crimes
Ahmad Badreddin Hassoun, the former grand mufti under ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, has received a life sentence from a Damascus court for inciting violence and other war crimes.
Syria and Israel Hold US-Mediated Talks in Jordan to Ease Regional Tensions
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani held US-mediated talks with Israeli intelligence chief Roman Gofman in Jordan to discuss de-escalating tensions and reviving security agreements.
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Returns to Tehran in Fresh Bid to Break US-Iran War Impasse
Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has traveled to Tehran for his third visit of the year to mediate an end to the stalled conflict between the United States and Iran.
West Bank Division Concerns Arise as Video Highlights Potential Split
A short video examines whether Israel is on the verge of splitting the occupied West Bank in half.
Landslide Victory Projected for Tokayev Allies in Kazakhstan Elections
Allies of Tokayev are on track for a landslide victory in the Kazakhstan elections, according to recent video reports.
US Envoy Tom Barrack Reverses Comments and Reaffirms Washington's Stance on Golan Heights
US Ambassador Tom Barrack retracted comments acknowledging the Golan Heights as occupied Syrian territory, reaffirming Washington's official policy of recognising Israeli sovereignty.
Harvard Professor Stephen Walt Argues Donald Trump Has No Options Left in the Iran War
Harvard professor Stephen Walt states that United States President Donald Trump has run out of options in the Iran war amid a hurting stalemate.
US Envoy Tom Barrack Alleges Israel's Syria Airfield Strike May Have Been Pre-Election Ploy
US envoy Tom Barrack suggests an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airfield could have been a pre-election political ploy, raising tensions with Turkey.
Stalled Trip by Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman Highlights Diplomatic Tensions with India
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has put his maiden trip to India on hold amid diplomatic tensions sparked by ousted leader Sheikh Hasina's exile and political activities in New Delhi.
Deadly Israeli Strike in Central Gaza Leaves Child Dead Amid Stalling Peace Efforts
An Israeli strike in central Gaza resulted in the death of a child and injured six others, further threatening the fragile 2025 ceasefire as peace talks stall.
Zelensky Warns Russia Plans to Mobilize 300,000 New Troops for Eastern Ukraine Offensive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Russia is likely to mobilize another 300,000 troops following upcoming parliamentary elections to complete its offensive in eastern Ukraine.
Top Iranian Security Official Signals Hardline Readiness to Shift to the Offense
Top Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei stated that US economic pressure will fail and signaled Tehran's readiness to adopt a more aggressive posture.
Zelenskyy Warns Wartime Elections Would Split and Destroy Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected calls for wartime elections, warning they would fracture the country as it continues to battle Russian forces and navigate ongoing defense challenges.
DRC and AFC/M23 Establish New Roadmap to Advance Doha Peace Process
The DRC government and AFC/M23 have agreed on a new roadmap and implementation mechanism to advance the Doha peace process, following mediation efforts supported by international partners.
Proposed Iraqi PMF Law Threatens State Sovereignty and Deepens Iran-Backed Militia Influence
A proposed Iraqi law aiming to institutionalize the Popular Mobilisation Forces as a permanent security body has sparked concerns over state sovereignty and rising tensions with the US.
Syria Signals Readiness for Diplomacy with Israel, Urging Seizure of Historic Opportunity
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani stated that the door for diplomacy with Israel remains open, urging the nation to seize a historic opportunity and resume stalled security talks.
Geopolitical Shifts: Israel, Turkiye, and the Changing Middle East Order
An Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase has strained diplomatic relations and highlighted a broader regional realignment where Israel's revisionist policies increasingly isolate it from international consensus.
US Envoy Tom Barrack Claims Israel Gave No Notice Before Strikes on Syrian Base
US Special Envoy Tom Barrack stated that Israel gave no warning before striking a Syrian military base, sparking a sharp rebuke from Israeli officials who insisted intelligence was shared.
Putin Warns Ukraine Has Opened Pandora's Box and Rejects Peace Proposals
Putin warns that Ukraine has opened Pandora's box and explicitly rejects ongoing peace proposals.