GeoPolitics
Tracking power dynamics, diplomacy, military developments, and Asia’s evolving role in global affairs.
‘I Can Make Peace’: Trump Seeks Role in Easing Pakistan–Afghanistan Tensions
US President Donald Trump on Monday expressed his desire to help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following deadly weekend clashes along their...
Massive Russian Airstrikes Leave Parts of Ukraine Without Power
KYIV: Large swathes of Ukraine were left without electricity and water early Friday as Russia launched another wave of drone and missile attacks...
US, Qatar Finalize Deal for Military Training Facility in Idaho
The United States has struck an agreement to permit Qatar to build an air force facility at Mountain Home Air Base in Idaho,...
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, a recognition that highlights her long struggle for democracy,...
Taliban spokesman confirms explosion in Kabul, denies major damage
KABUL: Several explosions were reported in Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, late Thursday night, triggering a heavy security response and causing traffic disruptions across the...
Initial phase of Gaza peace deal approved by Israel and Hamas
Israeli and Palestinian negotiators have reached agreement on the first phase of a ceasefire deal for Gaza, paving the way for the hostages’...
Syrian Government Announces Truce with Kurdish Forces
DAMASCUS: Syria has announced a comprehensive ceasefire with Kurdish forces following a meeting between President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi after...
Talks on Trump’s Gaza Deal Continue as Hamas Sets Out Demands
SHARM EL-SHEIKH/DOHA: On the second anniversary of Israel’s renewed assault on Gaza, Hamas announced that it is willing to reach an agreement based...
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Israel and Lebanon extend fragile ceasefire amid stalled Iran negotiations
Israel and Lebanon extended a shaky ceasefire by three weeks, President Donald Trump said on Thursday, as the United States remained deadlocked in...
Iran ceasefire extended by Trump to allow time for diplomatic breakthrough via Pakistan
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump has announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistan, saying the move aims...
Iran warns of intensified military response if attacked by US or Israel
TEHRAN: Iran’s military has once again issued a strong warning to the United States and Israel against any act of aggression targeting the...
