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Iran fires ballistic missiles toward Diego Garcia base in escalation

Iran launched two intermediate-range ballistic missiles toward Diego Garcia, a US and UK military base in the Indian Ocean, marking a significant escalation and the first known operational use of such missiles by Tehran, according to US officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. Neither missile reached......

Cuba asserts president’s term not negotiable in talks with US

A senior Cuban official confirmed on Friday that the nation’s political system and the term of President Miguel Diaz-Canel are not open for negotiation in ongoing discussions with the United States. During a press briefing, Vice Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio stated, “I can......

Switzerland suspends weapons exports to US over Iran conflict, citing neutrality

Switzerland has announced that it will temporarily halt weapons exports to the United States due to ongoing military actions involving Iran, citing its longstanding policy of neutrality. The Swiss government stated that licenses for exporting war materiel to countries engaged in the conflict cannot......

US intensifies strikes on Iran with no timeline for war end

The United States signaled a prolonged military campaign against Iran as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said no timeline has been set for ending the conflict, even as Washington prepares its largest wave of strikes since operations began. Speaking at the Pentagon, Hegseth stated that the duration of......

Political and economic research in 2025 focuses on resilience and sustainability

Research in political science and economics in 2025 reflects a strong shift toward interdisciplinary methods that combine quantitative analysis with practical policy challenges. Scholars are increasingly addressing issues such as sustainability, global governance, and equitable growth, shaped by lessons......

Zelensky warns Iran war is stalling Ukraine peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the conflict in Iran is disrupting peace negotiations over Ukraine and straining critical missile supplies needed to defend against Russian attacks. Speaking to the BBC during a visit to London on March 17, he said the situation raises serious concerns for......

Colombia alleges deadly border bombing as Ecuador denies responsibility

Colombia’s president Gustavo Petro has accused Ecuador of carrying out airstrikes near their shared border that left 27 people dead, escalating a diplomatic dispute between the neighboring countries. Ecuador’s government has rejected the claims, insisting its military operations have remained......

Trump seeks to delay Xi summit as Iran war reshapes priorities

US President Donald Trump said he has requested a one month delay to his planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, citing the ongoing war with Iran as the reason for remaining in Washington. Speaking at the White House, Trump said he wanted to travel to China but considered it necessary to stay......

US says Iran conflict not delaying weapons shipments to Taiwan

Officials from the administration of Donald Trump have stated that the ongoing conflict involving Iran has not disrupted U.S. weapons shipments to Taiwan, despite concerns over pressure on defense resources. Speaking before a congressional hearing, senior officials emphasized that deliveries to Taiwan......

UAE briefly closes airspace as Iran Israel strikes escalate across region

The United Arab Emirates briefly shut its airspace on Tuesday as missile and drone exchanges between Iran and Israel intensified, with explosions reported in several Gulf cities and new strikes launched across multiple fronts. Residents in Dubai and Doha reported hearing blasts as air defense systems......

Trump vows to “take” Cuba as island reels from oil embargo

President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Cuba by declaring that the United States should “take” the island nation as it struggles with a severe energy crisis and economic fallout from a tightened U.S. oil embargo. His remarks came shortly after Havana reported a near‑total blackout,......

Republicans enact new maps in four states amid redistricting push

Republicans have passed new congressional maps in four states, stepping up a nationwide redistricting campaign aimed at reshaping the balance of power ahead of the 2026 midterms. The redrawn districts in Texas, Missouri, North Carolina and Indiana are designed to consolidate Republican strength in suburban......

Zambia rejects US aid deal tying health funding to mining access

Zambia has refused a proposed agreement with the United States that would link more than $1 billion in health funding to expanded access for US companies to the country’s mineral resources, drawing criticism from health advocates and lawmakers. The draft deal, first reported by The Guardian, outlines......

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