Iran Arrests Reformist Politicians Amid Crackdown on Protests
Who Was Detained
Iranian authorities have arrested at least four senior figures from the Reform Front, a coalition of reformist and moderate politicians. Among those...
U.S. Tests China’s Grip on African Minerals Ahead of Cape Town Indaba
The United States is intensifying efforts to challenge China’s long-standing dominance of Africa’s critical minerals sector, using offtake agreements and state-backed financing rather than...
Jimmy Lai Jailed for 20 Years in Hong Kong’s Largest National Security Case
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, the city’s most prominent critic of China’s Communist Party, was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison,...
What Thailand’s Election Means for Stability Under Anutin
Thailand’s ruling Bhumjaithai Party has emerged as the clear winner of last weekend’s general election, routing progressive and populist rivals and putting Prime Minister...
Modi, Anwar Seek to Elevate India-Malaysia Trade and Defence Ties
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday to strengthen trade and explore collaborations in semiconductors, defence, and...
Ukraine Sanctions Third-Party Suppliers to Russian Arms Industry
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced sanctions on foreign manufacturers that supply components for Russian drones and missiles used against Ukraine.
He stated that these companies...
Saudi Arabia Uses Investment Package to Cement Influence in New Syria
Saudi Arabia has announced a significant investment plan for Syria, focusing on sectors like energy, aviation, real estate, and telecommunications. The investment fund, named...
Indian Refiners Ditch Russian Oil to Win U.S. Trade Deal
Indian refiners are avoiding purchases of Russian oil for delivery in April, a decision influenced by the desire to finalize a trade pact with...
Portugal Heads to Runoff With Socialist Candidate Favored to Win
Portugal held a presidential runoff election on Sunday between leftist Antonio Jose Seguro and far-right candidate Andre Ventura, with polls indicating a strong lead...
A ‘Blizzard of Votes’: Takaichi’s Goal in Japan’s Unusual Winter Election
Japanese voters faced heavy snow on Sunday as they went to the polls in an election expected to result in a significant win for...