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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
5 days ago

Putin Praises Iran's 'Heroic' Fight, Says 'Strategic Relationship' Will Continue

Putin expressed strong support for Iran amid its conflict with the US and Israel, emphasizing the strategic partnership between Russia and Iran.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: White House says truce delays 60-day deadline

The Trump administration claims the Iran war has ended for congressional approval purposes due to a ceasefire, despite ongoing tensions and blockades.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Marxists and monarchists: the group hoping to unite Iran's exiled opposition

A new group, Iran Freedom Congress, aims to unite Iran's exiled opposition for democratic change after decades of division.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Hope out of chaos: how the dark era of Trump is creating a new approach to global politics

A new global division is emerging between unilateralist superpowers and multilateralists, signaling a shift away from American dominance.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago
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Trump vows to maintain Iran blockade, Tehran threaten practical' action

US naval blockade on Iran is prioritized over bombing, with Trump rejecting Iranian proposals for negotiations.
fromAxios
4 days ago
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The Iran conflict has become the new Cold War

U.S. officials are concerned about a potential frozen conflict with Iran, impacting military strategy and political dynamics.
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fromFast Company
15 hours ago

The Iran war proves that U.S. economic coercion is weakening

The conflict between the U.S. and Iran highlights the diminishing effectiveness of U.S. economic sanctions amid a changing global power dynamic.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Trump vows to maintain Iran blockade, Tehran threaten practical' action

US naval blockade on Iran is prioritized over bombing, with Trump rejecting Iranian proposals for negotiations.
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fromAxios
4 days ago

The Iran conflict has become the new Cold War

U.S. officials are concerned about a potential frozen conflict with Iran, impacting military strategy and political dynamics.
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fromFortune
9 hours ago

One economist's 'radical idea' to solve the biggest energy crisis in history: a reverse OPEC | Fortune

The U.S. has the potential to lead a new approach to the global energy crisis, moving away from traditional free-market oil distribution.
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fromFortune
9 hours ago
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The Iran war has turned the world's shipping straits into a chessboard-and the U.S. aims to box out China from the Panama Canal to the Malacca Strait | Fortune

fromFortune
2 days ago
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For years, the risk Jamie Dimon was most concerned about was geopolitics. His answer has shifted | Fortune

Geopolitical tensions and cybersecurity risks are the greatest threats to the global economy, according to Jamie Dimon.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 days ago
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Russia-Iran Axis Expanding The Battlefield, US Senator Thom Tillis Warns

Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East are interconnected, representing a strategic alliance between Russia and Iran, part of a revived 'Axis of Evil'.
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fromFortune
9 hours ago

The Iran war has turned the world's shipping straits into a chessboard-and the U.S. aims to box out China from the Panama Canal to the Malacca Strait | Fortune

The U.S. and Iran's stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz is part of a broader geopolitical struggle against China.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Turbulent and dangerous': How shipping is the new global battleground

Geopolitical tensions are transforming global shipping, making it more dangerous and politicized, as traditional maritime rules are increasingly challenged.
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fromFortune
2 days ago

For years, the risk Jamie Dimon was most concerned about was geopolitics. His answer has shifted | Fortune

Geopolitical tensions and cybersecurity risks are the greatest threats to the global economy, according to Jamie Dimon.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 days ago

Russia-Iran Axis Expanding The Battlefield, US Senator Thom Tillis Warns

Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East are interconnected, representing a strategic alliance between Russia and Iran, part of a revived 'Axis of Evil'.
#israel
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Israel's two-tier' policing and the crime epidemic in Palestinian towns

Murder rates in Israel's Palestinian areas have surged, raising allegations of state complicity and neglect in addressing violence against these communities.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Israel's two-tier' policing and the crime epidemic in Palestinian towns

Murder rates in Israel's Palestinian areas have surged, raising allegations of state complicity and neglect in addressing violence against these communities.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Trump says US Navy acting like pirates' during Iran blockade

Donald Trump compared US Navy operations to piracy during a rally, emphasizing the profitability of seizing ships and cargo amid tensions with Iran.
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fromwww.dw.com
8 hours ago

Taiwan's president visits Eswatini despite China's objection

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini to strengthen ties despite Chinese pressure against the trip.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Giorgia Meloni's moral retreat on Gaza

Italy's foreign policy under Prime Minister Meloni is driven more by political calculation than by moral principles regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
#oil-prices
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Rallies under way as workers gather for International Labour Day

Labour Day marches worldwide emphasize solidarity and workers' rights amid the Iran war and rising energy prices affecting the global economy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I tried to live for 24 hours without using oil-based products. It was ridiculously impossible

The head of the University of Sydney's advanced carbon research lab, Prof Yuan Chen, states that the concept of avoiding petrochemicals is misaligned with scientific understanding, as almost all medical consumables come from petrochemical products.
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fromFortune
1 day ago

King Charles' stiff upper lip on Epstein: 'support victims of some of the ills that, so tragically, exist in both our societies' | Fortune

The king's diplomatic visit aimed to strengthen U.K.-U.S. relations amid tensions, enhancing the monarchy's prestige despite ongoing political divisions.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

She Was an Architect of Obama's Iran Nuclear Deal. Now She's Watching Trump's War in Horror.

Wendy Sherman emotionally recounted the successful negotiation of the Iran nuclear deal in July 2015, reflecting on a hopeful political era.
#falkland-islands
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Falklands claim: Can Argentina's Milei use Trump ties to challenge the UK?

Trump's relationship with Milei may influence US stance on the Falkland Islands amid deteriorating US-UK relations.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Falklands claim: Can Argentina's Milei use Trump ties to challenge the UK?

Trump's relationship with Milei may influence US stance on the Falkland Islands amid deteriorating US-UK relations.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Oil Is Replacing Interest Rates as the Global Economy's Dominant Force

High interest rates 'froze' housing markets and 'closed' construction markets, making stock markets super interest rate sensitive. Now, oil is becoming the primary economic lever.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
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King Charles agrees with me on Iran nuclear weapon ban, claims Trump

Trump claimed King Charles agrees that Iran should never have nuclear weapons, potentially embarrassing royal aides.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
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Why is the US media silent about Israel's role in Trump's decision to go to war? | Jason Stanley

Netanyahu's influence was crucial in Trump's decision to partner with Israel for military action against Iran.
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fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

In Trump's America, It Takes a King to Praise Democracy

Trump's actions demonstrate a rejection of the American Bill of Rights and a contrast to traditional leadership values.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

In the coming AI future, Britain must not end up at the mercy of US tech giants | Rafael Behr

Trump values hard power and pageantry but struggles with alliances, leading to tensions with European leaders and concerns over technological dependency.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why is the US media silent about Israel's role in Trump's decision to go to war? | Jason Stanley

Netanyahu's influence was crucial in Trump's decision to partner with Israel for military action against Iran.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

As a Ukrainian journalist, I've covered the US for 20 years. I find it increasingly shocking

The radicalization of health care and education debates in the US contrasts sharply with expectations in Ukraine and Europe.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Hormuz effect? How US, China are ramping up tensions over the Panama Canal

Washington and its allies accused Beijing of detaining and holding up Panama-linked ships, claiming China's actions were a blatant attempt to politicise maritime trade.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Somalia shapes its own destiny in global security forums

Somalia's recent election to the African Union Peace and Security Council, alongside its membership in the United Nations Security Council, marks a turning point in its diplomatic trajectory. This shift reflects more than a procedural achievement; it signals the maturity of Somalia's diplomatic and security institutions, and the steady rebuilding of its international credibility after decades of conflict and state fragility.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Will the Iran war reshape the global energy order?

OPEC's influence is declining as US energy exports rise and the shift towards renewables accelerates due to geopolitical tensions.
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fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Pakistan's Terror Landscape Continues to Threaten South Asia

Pakistan-based terrorist organizations have adapted and expanded despite formal bans and operational setbacks from India.
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fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Pakistan's Terror Landscape Continues to Threaten South Asia

Pakistan-based terrorist organizations have adapted and expanded despite formal bans and operational setbacks from India.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Act of piracy': World reacts to Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla

Italy condemned the seizure of the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels and called on Israel to immediately release all unlawfully detained Italians, emphasizing the need for respect of international law.
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fromFortune
2 days ago

Global investors are shrugging off Iran worries and returning to markets in Asia, the 'backbone of the whole AI value chain' | Fortune

Asia's stock markets are rebounding due to the AI boom, benefiting manufacturing economies like China, South Korea, and Japan.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

From national pride to fascism: how countries have used the World Cup to build identity

Uruguay's 1924 Olympic football success significantly enhanced its international reputation and showcased its cultural identity and modern values.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Australia's Jackson Irvine says Trump's Fifa peace prize makes mockery' of football

Jackson Irvine criticizes Fifa for awarding a peace prize to Trump, arguing it contradicts the organization's human rights obligations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Suicidal' model of capitalism leading to war and fascism, climate summit told

A suicidal model of capitalism threatens humanity, leading to war and fascism, as fossil fuel interests resist the transition to green energy.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Five charts that show the rise of global militarisation

In 2025, the five biggest military spenders were the United States ($954bn), China ($336bn), Russia ($190bn), Germany ($114bn) and India ($92bn), accounting for more than half (58 percent) of world military spending.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US, Latin America countries criticise China's retaliation over Panama Canal

China has detained nearly 70 Panamanian-flagged ships in retaliation for Panama's Supreme Court ruling against a Hong Kong conglomerate's port management.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters

China positions itself as a stabilizing partner in Southeast Asia amid regional instability and US trade tensions.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US, Latin America countries criticise China's retaliation over Panama Canal

China has detained nearly 70 Panamanian-flagged ships in retaliation for Panama's Supreme Court ruling against a Hong Kong conglomerate's port management.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters

China positions itself as a stabilizing partner in Southeast Asia amid regional instability and US trade tensions.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Israel in Lebanon: Is the 'security buffer zone' legal?

The legality of Israel's buffer zone in Lebanon under international law is complex and uncertain.
#uae
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

The UAE's OPEC exit is not about oil; it is the end of Gulf solidarity

The UAE's withdrawal from OPEC signals a significant rupture in Saudi-Emirati relations and a shift in Gulf alliances.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Why UAE's OPEC exit is a blow to Saudi Arabia

The UAE is leaving OPEC to increase oil production independently, challenging Saudi Arabia's influence and altering the dynamics of the cartel.
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fromFortune
4 days ago

OPEC shocker as UAE leaves oil cartel days after negotiating swap lines With Scott Bessent's Treasury | Fortune

The UAE's exit from OPEC and OPEC+ significantly impacts global energy markets and the oil exporters' cartel.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

The United Arab Emirates is quitting OPEC oil cartel after nearly 60 years

The UAE is leaving OPEC on May 1 to pursue its own energy strategy and production goals.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

The UAE's OPEC exit is not about oil; it is the end of Gulf solidarity

The UAE's withdrawal from OPEC signals a significant rupture in Saudi-Emirati relations and a shift in Gulf alliances.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Why UAE's OPEC exit is a blow to Saudi Arabia

The UAE is leaving OPEC to increase oil production independently, challenging Saudi Arabia's influence and altering the dynamics of the cartel.
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fromFortune
4 days ago

OPEC shocker as UAE leaves oil cartel days after negotiating swap lines With Scott Bessent's Treasury | Fortune

The UAE's exit from OPEC and OPEC+ significantly impacts global energy markets and the oil exporters' cartel.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

The United Arab Emirates is quitting OPEC oil cartel after nearly 60 years

The UAE is leaving OPEC on May 1 to pursue its own energy strategy and production goals.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Colombian election reflects on total peace' promise as violence surges again

The 2016 peace deal in Colombia reduced violence but failed to end the conflict, leading to a resurgence of guerrilla attacks under President Petro.
#japan
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

FOIP at 10: Bridging the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East

Japan is evolving its Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy to address new global challenges and enhance security, supply chains, and sustainable development.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Japan looks to woo allies with new weapons deals

Japan has lifted its ban on lethal weapons sales, aiming to enhance security partnerships amid regional tensions with China and North Korea.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

FOIP at 10: Bridging the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East

Japan is evolving its Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy to address new global challenges and enhance security, supply chains, and sustainable development.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Japan looks to woo allies with new weapons deals

Japan has lifted its ban on lethal weapons sales, aiming to enhance security partnerships amid regional tensions with China and North Korea.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Piers Morgan Asks Nobel Peace Prize Winner Whether She Would Still Give Trump Her Award Following War Against Iran

Maria Corina Machado emphasizes the need for democracy in Venezuela and criticizes the Iranian regime's influence in her country.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The pope's African tour shows the continent is vital to the future of Catholicism

The concentration of growth in Catholicism has shifted towards Africa and the Americas, with more than half of the increase in 2022-23 occurring in Africa, indicating a demographic shift that began in 1970.
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fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Mortgage Rates Steady as Fed Holds, Despite Global Tensions

The war in Iran, now in its ninth week, is still setting the tone. The war disrupted global oil supply, which pushes energy prices and inflation higher. Inflation doesn't just hit gas and grocery bills - it also spooks the bond market, which mortgage rates tend to follow.
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fromFortune
4 days ago

German chancellor says the U.S. 'is being humiliated by the Iranian leadership' as allies go public with discontent | Fortune

U.S. allies express growing discontent over the prolonged Iran war and its economic repercussions.
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fromTruthout
4 days ago

Netanyahu's Testimony in Criminal Trial Cancelled Again for "Security Concerns"

Donald Trump requested a pardon for Netanyahu amid ongoing corruption trial delays and security concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Middle East crisis could cost world $1tn while oil firms make obscene' profit, analysis finds

The Middle East oil crisis could cost the global economy up to a trillion dollars while oil companies profit significantly from high prices.
#india-us-relations
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

India condemned Trump's comments labeling the country as a 'hellhole' as inappropriate and uninformed, emphasizing the importance of India-US relations.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Why anti-US sentiment is quietly growing in India

India condemned Trump's 'hellhole' comment, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect in India-US relations.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

India condemned Trump's comments labeling the country as a 'hellhole' as inappropriate and uninformed, emphasizing the importance of India-US relations.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Why anti-US sentiment is quietly growing in India

India condemned Trump's 'hellhole' comment, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect in India-US relations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

King Charles praises Nato and urges defence of Ukraine in key speech during Trump visit

King Charles emphasized the importance of the US-UK relationship, NATO, Ukraine's defense, and climate action in his speech to Congress.
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fromCornell Chronicle
4 days ago

The West is worth saving, Boris Johnson tells Cornell students | Cornell Chronicle

Americans and Europeans must unite against autocratic regimes to protect freedom and prosperity, according to Boris Johnson.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

How the US-Israeli war is collapsing the sanctions regime on Iran

The over-reliance on punitive measures has led to their growing ineffectiveness, particularly evident in the context of the US-Israel war on Iran, which may further weaken the impact of US sanctions.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Can the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?

The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty faces challenges, with rising risks of nuclear arms races and calls for stricter measures.
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fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

Pyongyang's Bet: Nuclear Growth and Great Power Support

North Korea is advancing its nuclear weapons and missile capabilities, aligning closely with China and Russia, while moving away from negotiations with the U.S.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Israel's direction poses existential threat' to Judaism, UK's leading progressive rabbis warn

Israel's political direction risks conflicting with Jewish values, prompting a call for critical dialogue as a Jewish obligation.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

After 60 days of war in Iran, does US Congress want a say?

The US Constitution limits a president's war-making powers. A subsequent law passed in 1973, dubbed the War Powers Act, further codified that presidents must cease military action after 60 days, or receive congressional authorization to legally continue.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Is capitalism fuelling today's wars? Varsha Gandikota & Jason Hickel

Global South states are exploring ways to reclaim their sovereignty amidst ongoing colonial legacies and economic disparities.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

The war on Iran is eroding nuclear non-proliferation

US-Israeli actions against Iran are undermining trust in the NPT and raising questions about its effectiveness for non-nuclear-weapon states.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

NPT summit: Can nuclear pact survive US-Israel war on Iran?

The NPT review conference is unlikely to stop nuclear powers from violating treaty rules amid ongoing tensions, particularly regarding Iran's uranium stockpile.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

States gather in a new push to ditch coal, oil and gas

Cristian Retamal hopes the Colombia conference will initiate a global movement to transition away from fossil fuels.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Lebanon cannot be bombed into sovereignty

A credible political transition is essential for a sovereign Lebanon and a demilitarized Hezbollah amidst ongoing negotiations with Israel.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Iran war deadline heats up Trump-Congress showdown

Donald Trump must seek Congressional approval to continue military operations against Iran after 60 days without a negotiated solution.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

How does targeting water supply during war worsen the scarcity crisis?

Water infrastructure is increasingly targeted in conflicts, reflecting vulnerability amid global scarcity and climate change.
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