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On May 13, 2025, President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will cease sanctions against Syria “to give them a chance at greatness.” As part of that statement, Trump chortled to Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman: “Oh, what I do for the crown prince.” But will any such …

‘Numbers don’t lie,’ but certainly deceive in India. Behind every celebration of prosperity is a harsher reality of exclusion, injustice, and hunger. This isn’t simply economic inequality; it’s a catastrophe masquerading as progress. India’s economic narrative, which is frequently portrayed as one of “unstoppable growth” and technological dominance, begins …

Russia is redefining its strategy in Southeast Asia with renewed attention to energy cooperation, technology transfer, and multilateral cooperation. The adoption of new engagement protocols in 2025 is an expression of Russia’s desire to boost its influence in Southeast Asia through partnerships that resonate with the region’s evolving …

In the world of politics, there is always that seductive lie: “Security comes from the barrel of a gun.” It’s a lie that Benjamin Netanyahu has peddled for years under the guise of “defending Israel’s existence.” But perhaps the turning point in this game is today—when Netanyahu, Israel’s …

The opening months of US President Donald Trump’s second presidency have sent shockwaves through the system of US alliances. Within weeks, the new administration suddenly reversed its support for Ukraine, threatened an end to its NATO commitments, and launched trade wars against its closest allies. Although the disruption …

The year 2025 is proving to be a pivotal moment in the global political landscape, marking a significant shift from globalism to regionalism. As traditional multilateral institutions become less effective, regional organizations are stepping up to tackle key economic, security, and shared challenges. This new wave of regionalism …

Nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States have entered a sensitive and complex stage. Four years after the diplomatic efforts of 2021 and navigating through periods of heightened tension, both sides have returned to the negotiating table with different approaches. After two rounds of talks and indirect …

Donald Trump, the current President of the United States, has placed the global economy on a turbulent path with his controversial economic and trade policies. The imposition of tariffs on imports, interference in Federal Reserve monetary policy, and confrontational approaches in foreign affairs have all shaken global confidence …

Phil Leake, Alison Benjamin, Daniel Wainwright and Jess Carr Data journalism team BBC Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is expected to win enough seats in the House of Commons to form a government in Canada. However, they are still short of the majority they wanted in the House of …