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US-South Korea Alliance Shaken After Trump Cuts Joint Military Drills Over Iran Dispute
A surprise social media directive from US President Donald Trump to scale back joint military drills has shaken the 72-year alliance with South Korea amid a dispute over the war on Iran.
Former Minister Tobias Ellwood Warns UK Lacks Defences and Leadership to Face Potential War
Former defence minister Tobias Ellwood has warned that the UK lacks the leadership and defences necessary to fend off a potential war, citing vulnerabilities in national security.
Human Rights Watch Report Warns State-Backed Israeli Settler Violence is Forcing West Bank Displacement
A new Human Rights Watch report reveals that escalating, state-backed Israeli settler violence and military actions are driving widespread forced displacement across the occupied West Bank.
First Responder to Hind Rajab Calls for Comprehensive Probe into Israeli Violations
A Palestinian responder who spoke with Hind Rajab before her death says Israel's newly announced investigation into the killing is insufficient and must address all violations against aid workers.
Trump Threatens Aggressive Economic Warfare Against Nations Supporting Iran
Donald Trump has vowed strict economic warfare against any countries aiding Iran, amid escalating regional tensions.
Bangladesh Holds Historic First Contested Presidential Vote in 35 Years
Bangladesh is holding its first contested presidential election in 35 years, featuring BNP candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir against opposition nominee Oli Ahmad.
Is Donald Trump Transforming America's Asia Strategy Rather Than Ending It?
Recent US military shifts in Asia have sparked questions about the future of the 'Pivot to Asia', but President Donald Trump's pragmatic approach may signify a strategic transformation rather than a complete withdrawal.
Trump Unveils New Economic Warfare Strategy Against Iran, Raising Questions Over Long-Term Commitment
President Donald Trump has announced a new campaign of economic pressure against Iran, shifting tactics after previous efforts failed to secure a quick surrender. However, analysts remain skeptical about whether the administration will maintain this strategy long enough to impact Tehran.
Lebanon Extradites Former Assad-Regime General to Syria in Historic Transfer
Lebanon has extradited former Assad-era general Maj Gen Adel Issa to Syria to face serious charges of murder and torture, marking the first such transfer since the regime's collapse in late 2024.
Deadly Russian Missile Strike on Kyiv Shakes Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Faces Rising Political Pressure
A Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv killed three people and injured 20 others as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy navigates growing domestic political turmoil and leadership changes.
Stars and Stripes Publisher Resigns Amid Clashes with Pentagon Over Editorial Control
The longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes has resigned following disagreements with the Defense Department over editorial control and coverage of military morale.
Kosovo Authorities Uncover Skeletal Remains of at Least 23 Individuals in Suspected Mass Graves
Kosovo authorities have discovered the remains of at least 23 people in three suspected mass graves linked to the 1990s conflict, with DNA testing and investigations currently underway.
UK Summons Israeli Envoy Over "Destructive" West Bank E1 Settlement Tender
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has strongly condemned Israel's West Bank E1 settlement tender, summoning the Israeli charge d'affaires to demand an immediate halt and warning of comprehensive measures.
Seven Decades of US Regime Change: Examining the Legacy and Consequences
An examination of over seven decades of United States-led regime change efforts and interventions globally, from the 1953 coup in Iran to recent conflicts, highlights the recurring pattern of unintended consequences and deep instability.
How British Counter-Terrorism Laws Are Criminalizing Dissent and Civil Protest
An examination of how Britain's broad legal definition of terrorism and government proscription powers are increasingly being used to criminalize civil protest and dissent.
Outrage Erupts After Israeli Army Confirms Soldiers Marked Palestinian Detainees With Numbers in West Bank
The Israeli army has confirmed soldiers marked Palestinian detainees with numbers on their foreheads during a raid in the occupied West Bank, drawing strong condemnation.
US Imposes Sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and Senior Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye
The US has imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as part of an escalating campaign against the court.
Donald Blome Takes Charge as New US Top Diplomat for the Middle East Amid Regional Turmoil
Career foreign service officer Donald Blome has been sworn in as the top US diplomat for the Middle East, stepping into the role during a period of intense regional challenges.
Israeli Military Opens Criminal Investigation Into the Killing of Five-Year-Old Hind Rajab in Gaza
Israeli military police have launched a criminal investigation into the January 2024 killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza, an incident that sparked international outrage and inspired a film.
Escalating Conflict: US Military Actions in Iran Threaten Cambodian Children’s Education
The ongoing US conflict involving Iran has created unforeseen risks, directly threatening the education of Cambodian children.
Iran Denies UAE Allegations of Launching Missiles Toward Gulf Nation
Iran has rejected accusations from the United Arab Emirates that it launched two ballistic missiles toward the Gulf nation, while also denying separate drone attack allegations in Iraq.
Deadly Gaza Airstrike Threatens Ceasefire Efforts, Hamas Claims
Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad claim a recent Israeli airstrike in Gaza that killed six people, including a child and his father, directly threatens stalled peace and ceasefire efforts.
Russian Court Sentences Kremlin Critic Lev Shlosberg to 11 Years in Prison Over Ukraine War Opposition
A Russian court has sentenced opposition politician Lev Shlosberg to 11 years in prison for opposing the war in Ukraine, as the Supreme Court simultaneously barred his party, Yabloko, from upcoming parliamentary elections.
Pentagon Mandates Security Audits for 30 US Universities Over Foreign Ties
The Pentagon has ordered 30 US universities to review their research and financial ties with foreign entities in China, Russia, and Iran to protect national security.