Thai PM calls early election as border conflict and political chaos escalate
Thailand is once again entering a familiar cycle of political instability. Over the past two decades, a mix of military coups, court rulings, and...
UN warns displaced Gazans at risk of deadly floods as shelter supplies blocked
After two years of war, Gaza’s infrastructure has been shattered, leaving hundreds of thousands of displaced people living in makeshift tents across rubble-filled areas....
Nepal Counts $586 Million Economic Blow from ‘Gen Z’ Anti-Graft Protests
Nepal’s government says the youth-led anti-corruption protests that erupted in September and ultimately forced Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli to resign have inflicted more...
Russian Central Bank Denounces EU Asset-Use Plan as Illegal
Russia’s central bank has sharply condemned European Union proposals to use its frozen assets, calling the idea a direct violation of international law and...
Trump Moves to Reclaim Ceasefire as Thai–Cambodian Clashes Escalate
Border fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has entered its fifth day, marking one of the most violent flare-ups since July. Heavy artillery and rocket...
Modi Seeks Relief as Trump’s Tariff Pressure Intensifies
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his third phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump since Washington sharply raised tariffs up to 50% on...
Trump Threatens to Cut State Funding Over ‘Anti-Innovation’ AI Laws
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order warning that states with restrictive artificial intelligence regulations risk losing access to a massive $42 billion...
India’s Modi Holds Third Call With Trump Since US Tariff Increase
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his third phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump since Washington imposed 50% tariffs on key Indian...
NATO’s Rutte Says Russia Could Be Ready to Attack NATO in 5 Years
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stark warning that alliance members are Russia's next target, urging them to urgently increase defense...
General Strike Brings Portugal to a Halt in Labor Protest
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Portugal's first general strike in over a decade has brought transport to a standstill, grounded hundreds of flights, and closed schools as unions...