Russia Sees No “Bright Future” for U.S. Economic Ties, Eyes BRICS Alternatives
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that while Moscow remains open to cooperation with the United States, he sees little prospect for...
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...
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...
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...
Iran: Enrichment is Non-Negotiable, But Proposes Confidence Measures
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that recognizing Iran's right to enrich uranium is essential for successful nuclear talks with the U. S. American...
Thailand Votes Under Threat of Political Turmoil
Voters in Thailand participated in a general election marked by a contest between three main groups: conservatives, progressives, and populists. No single party is...
France and Canada boost Arctic foothold with new consulates in Greenland
France and Canada will open consulates in Nuuk, Greenland, on Friday to strengthen their relationships in the Arctic, especially after U. S. President Donald...