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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.
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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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Pentagon to supply prohibited landmines to Ukraine

Outgoing US President Joe Biden has made the decision to supply anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine, as reported by various news organizations on Tuesday, referencing unnamed American officials. The White House reportedly believes that these weapons will assist Ukraine in “blunting” the progress of Russian forces. This decision follows Biden’s recent authorization for the use of long-range ATACMS missiles within Russian territory, a policy change that … Continue reading Pentagon to supply prohibited landmines to Ukraine

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend a family photo opportunity by heads of the delegations at the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan
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Russia and China are deepening their relationship. What does this mean for India?

Russia and China, two vast neighboring nations occupying the largest expanse of land in Asia, share a multifaceted historical relationship marked by both competition and practical collaboration. Since the conclusion of World War II, their relationship has fluctuated significantly, heavily influenced by external factors. In response to the West’s coercive tactics—such as urging Russia to launch a military operation in Ukraine—Moscow has increasingly found common … Continue reading Russia and China are deepening their relationship. What does this mean for India?

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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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South Korea’s Yoon is sharpening his golf skills for upcoming meetings with Trump

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has recently resumed playing golf for the first time in eight years, as part of his preparations for upcoming discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, as confirmed by Yoon’s office on Tuesday. Reports from South Korean media indicate that Yoon visited a golf course on Saturday, marking his return to the sport he last engaged in back in 2016. … Continue reading South Korea’s Yoon is sharpening his golf skills for upcoming meetings with Trump

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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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