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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
DIPLOMACY

U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

The United States exercised its veto power on Wednesday against a U.N. Security Council resolution proposing a ceasefire in Gaza, prompting criticism of the Biden administration for obstructing international efforts to end Israel’s conflict with Hamas. The resolution, introduced by ten non-permanent members of the 15-member council, called for an “immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in the ongoing 13-month conflict and included a separate demand … Continue reading U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

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Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles speaks during a tour of the Sheffield Forgemasters site
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Japanese forces will train with Australian and U.S. military personnel in Darwin

Japanese forces are set to commence regular deployments in northern Australia as part of a military collaboration with Australia and the United States, announced Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles on Sunday. Currently, approximately 2,000 U.S. Marines are stationed in Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory, for a six-month period each year, reflecting increasing apprehension among Washington and its allies regarding China’s expanding military influence … Continue reading Japanese forces will train with Australian and U.S. military personnel in Darwin

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Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People.
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World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

As global leaders convene for two significant summits in South America in the coming days, the uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House is expected to cast a long shadow. Many will be contemplating the implications of Trump’s “America First” policy on the global economy and ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. China, in particular, is preparing for potentially strained … Continue reading World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

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Amid a potential new Trump term, Japan and South Korea are joining the U.S. in a naval exercise in Asia

U.S., Japanese, and South Korean naval forces conducted joint exercises in East Asian waters on Thursday, marking their most intricate and final drills before President Joe Biden transfers one of his key national security initiatives to Donald Trump. The Freedom Edge naval exercise, led by the USS George Washington carrier and its accompanying jet fighters, took place in waters south of the Korean Peninsula and … Continue reading Amid a potential new Trump term, Japan and South Korea are joining the U.S. in a naval exercise in Asia

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The future of U.S. defense treaties remains uncertain under a potential Trump 2.0 administration

Shortly after President-elect Donald Trump announced his choice of Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth for the position of Secretary of Defense, U.S. media received a flurry of messages and calls from both current and former senior military leaders expressing their thoughts. One described the decision as “ridiculous,” while another referred to it as “an effing (euphemism inserted) nightmare.” It is important to … Continue reading The future of U.S. defense treaties remains uncertain under a potential Trump 2.0 administration

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World leaders are meeting in South America with a focus on Trump policies

World leaders are set to convene in South America this month for two significant summits, with a prevailing focus on the implications of  Trump 2.0. he first event will take place in Peru, where the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum is scheduled for November 13-15, followed by the Group of 20 (G20) summit in Brazil on November 18-19. This month is particularly busy for global … Continue reading World leaders are meeting in South America with a focus on Trump policies

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and U.S. then-President Donald Trump shake hands over the military demarcation line between North and South Korea on June 30, 2019.
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Trump faces a notably different North Korean leader this time

No leader in the United States has approached relations with North Korea in the same manner as Donald Trump. The former president transitioned from issuing threats of “fire and fury” against Kim Jong Un for missile tests to developing a personal rapport, engaging in a series of historic summits, and even claiming that the two had fallen “in love.” This unexpected alliance is now poised … Continue reading Trump faces a notably different North Korean leader this time

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NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

NATO officials expressed on Friday that the deployment of North Korean troops represents a “dangerous expansion” of the nation’s backing for Russia‘s conflict in Ukraine. In a collective statement, the military alliance’s 32 member nations cautioned that “the escalating military collaboration” between Russia and North Korea “significantly affects Euro-Atlantic security, with repercussions for the Indo-Pacific region as well.” Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and … Continue reading NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

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What are the potential origins and locations for the outbreak of a third world war?

East Asia poses the most significant threat to global peace, with potential conflicts here being more intense and larger in scale than any that could arise in the Middle East or Europe. In contrast to its challenges in Afghanistan and a mixed performance in Ukraine and the Middle East, the Biden administration has established a robust diplomatic legacy in Asia. It has created a network … Continue reading What are the potential origins and locations for the outbreak of a third world war?

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Wellington Koo says Taiwan must show the new U.S. president its commitment to self-defense

Taiwan must demonstrate its resolve to defend itself regardless of the outcome of the U.S. presidential election on November 5, stated Defence Minister Wellington Koo on Tuesday as the election campaign neared its conclusion. Republican candidate Donald Trump, who is in a tight race with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, has made remarks during his campaign suggesting that Taiwan should contribute financially for its protection … Continue reading Wellington Koo says Taiwan must show the new U.S. president its commitment to self-defense

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