Politics



Netanyahu’s visit to Hungary amid ICC warrant: A strategic alliance strengthened

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Budapest on Thursday, welcomed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, despite an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against him. This visit underscores Hungary’s enduring alliance with Israel, which has......

China Expands Military Drills Around Taiwan in Latest Show of Force

China's recent military exercises saw its army, navy, air force, and rocket forces surrounding Taiwan. The drills, according to Beijing, were intended to practice a blockade of the self-governing island. China continues to claim Taiwan as part of its territory, with repeated threats of using force......

US-Japan partnership strengthens to deter Chinese aggression

The United States and Japan share a common “warrior ethos” in addressing Chinese aggression, particularly in the Taiwan Strait, according to U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. In a meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani in Tokyo, Hegseth emphasized Japan's crucial role......

Addressing Potential Conflicts of Interest in Mark Carney's Role Amid Allegations

Mark Carney, former board chair of Brookfield Asset Management, faces scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest regarding his financial holdings, particularly stock options in Brookfield, worth millions. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre recently raised concerns about Carney’s ties to China,......

US pressure on Greenland sparks diplomatic tensions

Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has strongly criticized the United States for exerting what she calls “unacceptable pressure” on Greenland ahead of a high-profile visit by US Vice President JD Vance. The trip, which includes a stop at the US’s Pituffik Space Base,......

Xi Jinping declines EU invitation for anniversary summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping has turned down an invitation to attend a summit in Brussels commemorating the 50th anniversary of EU-China diplomatic relations, according to the Financial Times. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will represent China, meeting with the heads of the European Council and Commission.......

Trump administration freezes US-funded media operations

The Trump administration took a drastic step on Saturday by putting journalists at Voice of America (VOA) and other U.S.-funded media outlets on leave, halting operations that have been vital in countering Russian and Chinese information campaigns for decades. Employees at VOA, Radio Free Asia, and Radio......

US imposes sanctions on Thai officials over Uighur deportations

The United States has imposed sanctions on several Thai officials for deporting over 40 Uighurs to China, despite concerns that they could face persecution. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the visa restrictions on individuals involved in or complicit with the deportations, although the......

Trump Escalates Threats against Opponents in Justice Department Speech

In a speech at the United States Department of Justice, former President Donald Trump criticized judges, prosecutors, and officials from the previous administration, calling them corrupt and signaling potential legal action against his political rivals. Trump framed his remarks as a response to what......

Iran’s nuclear program: global diplomacy in action

China has announced it will hold talks with Russia and Iran regarding Iran’s nuclear program, as the United States intensifies its efforts to push Tehran towards a new agreement. Beijing plans to host the trilateral meeting later this week, which will occur following a closed session of the United......

Trump celebrates U.S. control over Panama Canal ports

U.S. President Donald Trump has praised a deal led by BlackRock to acquire a majority stake in the $22.8 billion ports business of Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison, which includes key assets along the Panama Canal. This acquisition will give a U.S. consortium control over critical Panama Canal ports, aligning......

China faces numerous challenges ahead of annual parliamentary session

As China prepares for its annual parliamentary session next week, President Xi Jinping made a noteworthy statement on Friday, highlighting that the country’s economy continues to face "numerous difficulties." These remarks came amid a tense geopolitical climate, especially as the country......

Taiwan Reports Record Chinese Aircraft Activity in 2025

The Chinese military presence around Taiwan has intensified, reaching a new peak in 2025. Taiwan's Ministry of Defense announced on Thursday that it had detected 45 Chinese aircraft near the island within a 24-hour period, the highest number recorded since the beginning of the year. These aircraft......

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