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ISRAEL · 1 MIN
One Year Since Anas al-Sharif's Death: Impact on Press Freedom
The anniversary of the killing of Al Jazeera reporter Anas al-Sharif highlights ongoing concerns regarding press freedom in conflict zones…
IRAN · 2 MIN
Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran
The new article reports on the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has led to a significant rise in oil prices. This…
RUSSIA · 1 MIN
Russian Forces to Relinquish Syrian Coastal Bases
The new article provides details on a formal accord between Syria and Russia redefining Moscow's military presence in Syria post-Assad…
MALAYSIA · 1 MIN
Rising Hostility in Malaysia Threatens Rohingya Refugees
Malaysia is witnessing an unsettling surge in hate speech against the Rohingya refugee community, exacerbating existing tensions. This…
UNITED KINGDOM · 1 MIN
Record Boat Crossing Rekindles UK-Migrant Channel Tensions
A recent incident saw 230 individuals arriving in the United Kingdom on a single vessel, marking a new record for Channel crossings as the…
UNITED STATES · 1 MIN
How the US far-right weaponised ‘inshallah’ against Abdul El-Sayed
It found that the apparently orchestrated campaign against El-Sayed, whose election win is seen as a setback for pro-Israel lobbying groups…
BRITAIN · 1 MIN
Europe Faces Intensifying Heatwave Amidst Worsening Drought
Europe is confronting another severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar into the mid-30s Celsius across regions including Britain…
SUDAN · 1 MIN
Has the army turned the page on control of western Sudan?
In early August, Sudan’s military and allied groups repelled two successive attacks by the RSF in the strategically important Bir Saliba…
IRAN · 1 MIN
Strategic Shift: Trump's Economic Pressure on Iran Amid War
In a marked departure from his previous military threats, U.S. President Donald Trump is now emphasizing economic pressure in the ongoing…
THAILAND · 1 MIN
Second Fatal Shooting in Thailand in Days Heightens Security Concerns
In a concerning escalation of violence, Thailand has witnessed a second shooting incident within a matter of days. A former Member of…
TAIWAN · 1 MIN
Taiwan Conducts Extensive Military Drills Amid Invasion Threat
Taiwan has commenced its most extensive annual military exercises, intended to simulate a comprehensive response to a hypothetical invasion…
IRAN · 2 MIN
Who is Mohsen Rezaei, and how significant is his appointment?
Mohsen Rezaei takes over as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council amid ongoing talks over the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran…
PAKISTAN · 1 MIN
What’s driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?
The new article reports that the third phase of elections is taking place in Bagh and Haveli districts, amid unrest in…
IRAN · 1 MIN
Trump Opts for Economic Pressure Over Iran Strikes
United States President Donald Trump has indicated a strategic pivot towards economic pressure rather than military strikes in dealing with…
ISRAEL · 1 MIN
Escalating Threats Against Palestinian Journalists in July
The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate has reported a concerning increase in attacks on journalists, with 108 incidents documented in the…
SPAIN · 1 MIN
Mass Tourism Sparks Unrest in Mallorca's Soller
The town of Soller on the island of Mallorca witnessed a significant protest as hundreds mobilized against the overwhelming presence of…
IRAN · 2 MIN
Where does Iran stand on Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact?
Under the agreement signed in Mecca on Friday, any external armed attack on either of the three countries will now be considered an attack…
ISRAEL · 1 MIN
Netanyahu Rebuffs US Proposal for Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed a United States-backed plan aimed at addressing the protracted conflict in Gaza, an…
NORTH KOREA · 1 MIN
North Korea Considers Troop Deployment to Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated that North Korea may send up to 50,000 soldiers to assist Russia, underscoring an…
UNITED STATES · 1 MIN
Trump's Renewed Offensive on Birthright Citizenship
In a reassertion of his stance on immigration, U.S. President Donald Trump has enacted two executive orders focusing on birthright…
SAUDI ARABIA · 2 MIN
Which other countries could join the Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact?
The new article discusses the broader geopolitical implications and strategic shifts signaled by the recent defence pact between Saudi…
ISRAEL · 2 MIN
Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites
Up in the hills above the Roman columns of the ancient site of Sebastia, in the occupied West Bank, are olive fields that have been…
ISRAEL · 1 MIN
Israel's 'Green Rafah' Aims to Reshape Gaza's Future
Israel has initiated infrastructure projects in southern Gaza under the 'Green Rafah' plan, a development that carries significant…
NIGERIA · 1 MIN
Nigeria's Mass Weddings Alleviate Economic Strain
The Nigerian government's initiative to host mass weddings is emerging as a strategic response to the financial barriers faced by…
FRANCE · 1 MIN
France's Systemic Failures in Child Protection
The recent murder of a young girl, Lyhanna, by a known sex offender in France has ignited public outcry and led to governmental scrutiny…
SPAIN · 1 MIN
Emerging Tensions Over EU Border Controls Amid Migration Surge
In a move that underscores the pressure of migration on Europe, Spain has responded to Italy's heightened border checks by imposing similar…
UNITED STATES · 2 MIN
It won’t be Trump who kills the ICC
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is once again under attack from the United States. The reason behind Washington’s efforts to…
IRAN · 1 MIN
Iran's Pezeshkian Seeks Resolution to 'No War, No Peace'
In a pivotal move, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged for an end to what he describes as the 'neither war nor peace' situation…
SPAIN · 1 MIN
Real Madrid's Record Signing of Yan Diomandé
Real Madrid has confirmed the acquisition of Yan Diomandé, breaking records with a transaction valued at €125 million, supplemented by an…
SAUDI ARABIA · 1 MIN
Erdogan's Strategic Saudi Visit Amid Tensions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is visiting Saudi Arabia for a pivotal one-day working meeting as regional dynamics intensify. This…
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