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Blame Erupts After Iran-Backed Houthis Capture Key Yemeni Port and Strategic Red Sea Island
A rapid advance by Iran-backed Huthis down Yemen's Red Sea coast has led to the fall of Mocha and Perim Island, sparking a blame game among US and regional allies.
Trump’s New Ukraine Peace Push Undermined by Ongoing Russian Attacks and Reality on the Ground
Despite renewed diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration, ongoing Russian military strikes and contentious peace proposals continue to undermine prospects for a viable resolution in Ukraine.
Chileans Divide Over the Historical Legacy of the 9/11 Military Coup
Chileans are divided over the legacy of the 9/11 military coup, as shown in recent video coverage highlighting the ongoing clashes.
UN Security Council Grants One-Month Window to Weigh US Push for Sudan-Wide Arms Embargo
The UN Security Council has granted a one-month extension for members to evaluate a US proposal to expand the arms embargo to all of Sudan amidst ongoing civil conflict.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Dismisses Immediate Israel Talks During Tour of South Shaken by Tremors and Strikes
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has ruled out near-term talks with Israel during a visit to southern Lebanon, where a massive Israeli military strike caused a 4.1 magnitude tremor.
Lexicon of Conflict: How the Post-9/11 'War on Terror' Redefined Global Politics and Language
An examination of how the post-9/11 'war on terror' introduced a clinical vocabulary that sanitised state violence, reshaped global security policies, and left a lasting legacy on modern politics.
Former US Diplomat Discusses Afghanistan Stability After 9/11
A former US diplomat shares insights on why a stable Afghanistan following 9/11 remains important to United States interests.
Chinese President Xi Jinping Travels to India for BRICS Summit Amid Global Conflicts
Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in New Delhi for the BRICS summit, marking his first visit to India since 2019 amid efforts to ease border tensions.
Putin and Pezeshkian Challenge US Dominance Leading Up to BRICS Summit
Putin and Pezeshkian spoke out against US dominance ahead of the BRICS summit, as captured in a short video clip.
Putin and Pezeshkian Challenge US Dominance Ahead of BRICS Summit
Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian criticize US dominance ahead of the BRICS gathering, following reports of a damaged Saudi pipeline from a drone attack.
Former US Diplomat Zalmay Khalilzad Reflects on Post-9/11 Missteps and Policy Failures
Former US diplomat Zalmay Khalilzad reflects on critical policy missteps following the 9/11 attacks, including the decisions made regarding Afghanistan and Iraq.
UN Security Council Unanimously Extends Partial Sudan Arms Embargo for One Month
The UN Security Council has voted to extend the Darfur arms embargo by one month while debating a US proposal for a nationwide ban amid ongoing conflict in Sudan.
Brazilian Presidential Candidate Flavio Bolsonaro Faces Corruption Probe Ahead of Election
Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro is facing a corruption investigation tied to a disgraced banker just weeks before the country's general election.
Ongoing Israeli Demolitions Endanger Homes and Schools in Masafer Yatta
Israeli demolitions in the West Bank's Masafer Yatta region are threatening local homes, infrastructure, and schools, severely jeopardizing the education and daily lives of Palestinian children.
BRICS Summit Convenes in New Delhi as Global Trade Tensions and Middle East Conflict Test Bloc Unity
Leaders from China, Russia, and Iran are meeting at the BRICS summit in New Delhi to discuss global trade disruptions and the impact of the Middle East conflict on bloc cohesion.
US Leaders Mark the 25th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks with Tributes and Speeches
US leaders marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with memorials and speeches at the Pentagon and New York, reflecting on the victims and addressing current geopolitical and political issues.
Former US Envoy Tim Lenderking Warns Washington Must Increase Diplomatic and Military Focus on Yemen Amid Major Houthi Advances
Former US envoy Tim Lenderking warns that Washington must increase its diplomatic and military focus on Yemen as Houthi rebels make major territorial advances and threaten regional shipping routes.
Beyond the Red Sea: Understanding the Strategic Implications of the Houthi Advance in Yemen
The recent Houthi advance along Yemen's Red Sea coast highlights deep political and military challenges for the Yemeni government and Saudi Arabia, extending far beyond shipping disruptions.
Syria Denounces Benjamin Netanyahu's Troop Visit as Violation of National Sovereignty
Damascus's UN ambassador condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent visit to troops in southern Syria as a serious violation of international law and national sovereignty. The diplomatic backlash comes as Israeli forces maintain a strategic presence in the region following the fall of Bashar Al Assad.
UK Parliament Defeats Assisted Dying Bill in Narrow Vote
Lawmakers in the UK have voted against a bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, ending a contentious legislative debate.
Allegations Surface That US Military Operations Are Targeting Ecuadorian Fishermen at Sea
Ecuadorian fishermen claim that US military and intelligence operations targeting drug trafficking are wrongfully attacking local vessels, destroying boats, and leaving families searching for missing loved ones.
US Ceasefire Efforts Face Backlash as Russia Intensifies Attacks on Ukrainian Leadership
Recent US ceasefire efforts by envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have drawn sharp international criticism as Russia escalates missile and drone attacks targeting Ukrainian officials and infrastructure.
Inside Two Decades of Power: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Reflects on Turkiye's Global Rise
In an exclusive interview, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reflects on his two decades in power, discussing geopolitical shifts, regional conflicts, and Turkiye's economic transformation.
US-Brokered Talks Between Lebanon and Israel Unlikely Next Week Amid Escalating Tensions
A Lebanese source close to negotiations has stated that US-brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel are unlikely to happen next week amid escalating military actions and growing disillusionment.