Can the World Achieve Energy Security After the Iran War?
The Iran war has fundamentally reshaped global energy security calculations, forcing fuel importing nations to confront an uncomfortable reality. The disruption of the Strait...
Europe’s Heatwaves Expose Overcrowding Crisis in Ageing Prisons
Extreme Heat Intensifies Europe's Prison Crisis
As record breaking heatwaves continue to sweep across Europe, prisons in France, Italy and Belgium are facing mounting pressure...
China’s Export Controls Are Supposed to Target America. Why Do They Keep Hitting Europe?
On October 9, 2025, China's Ministry of Commerce added five more rare earth elements to its export control list and, for the first time,...
Trump’s Justice Department Faces Scrutiny as Internal Watchdogs Weaken
Justice Department Watchdogs Face Sharp Decline
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing growing scrutiny after internal watchdog offices responsible for investigating attorney misconduct...
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing Seeks Legitimacy in Thailand Visit
Thailand Welcomes Myanmar's Military Leader
Myanmar's junta chief and President Min Aung Hlaing received a ceremonial red carpet welcome in Bangkok on Thursday, marking one...
Europe Heatwave Triggers Red Alerts in Italy and Power Measures in Hungary
Extreme Heat Tightens Grip Across Europe
Europe's relentless summer heatwave intensified on Thursday, forcing Italy to place all its major cities under the highest health...
Russia Intensifies Drone Campaign Against Civilians in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia
Russia has sharply intensified its aerial assault on Ukraine's southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, expanding the use of first person view drones and glide bombs...
Why Is North Korea Expanding Its Military Role in Russia’s War Against Ukraine?
Pyongyang Deepens Military Support as Russia Strengthens Strategic Alliance
North Korea is significantly expanding its military involvement in Russia's war against Ukraine, with new reports...
Why Are European Stocks Hitting Record Highs Despite Global Geopolitical Risks?
Earnings Growth and Iran Optimism Lift European Markets to New Highs
European stock markets climbed to fresh record highs on Thursday as strong corporate earnings...
Why Are Israel and Lebanon Holding Talks Despite Renewed Border Violence?
Israel Launches Strikes After Deadly Blast as Diplomatic Talks Continue
Israel carried out retaliatory strikes in southern Lebanon after two Israeli soldiers were killed during...