DIPLOMACY

May 03 2026POLITICS

Narges Mohammadi’s Health in Danger as Iranian Officials Block Her Transfer

The life of Narges Mohammadi, a well‑known Iranian human rights defender and Nobel Peace Prize winner, is in serious jeopardy according to her family and the organization she founded. After suffering a heart attack and fainting, she was moved to a hospital in Zanjan, a city far from Tehran. Doctors

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Taiwan President Visits Eswatini After China‑Triggered Travel Block

The president of Taiwan landed in the small African nation of Eswatini on Saturday, even though a previous visit had been cut short by China. The trip was announced after the leader publicly accused Beijing of interfering with travel plans for Taiwan’s top officials. The president had been schedul

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Apr 30 2026CELEBRITIES

Royal visit sparks mixed reactions in New York City

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s quick trip to New York last month wasn’t just another celebrity sighting—it was a carefully planned showcase of British culture in America. The event at Christie’s auction house in Rockefeller Center drew a long list of high-profile guests, from fashion mogul Ann

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

When a war starts but no one wins in the end

The recent military actions in the Middle East have left the United States weaker in nearly every possible way. Instead of making America safer or more respected, this conflict has stretched military resources thin, confused allies, and shaken global trust in U. S. leadership. Even though Iran has s

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

King Charles’ U. S. trip aims to warm up a cooler US-UK bond

King Charles III lands in Washington this week for a short visit that’s all smiles, no solutions. The four-day trip skips tough talks and heavy policy debates, focusing instead on tea with the Trumps, a White House beehive tour, and a speech to Congress. But behind the gold frames and polite handsha

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Defence Leaders Meet Across Three Nations to Push for Peace Talks

High-ranking officials from Iran, Russia, and Belarus recently held separate discussions about conflict resolution in the Middle East. A Russian defence minister met Iran’s deputy defence chief in Kyrgyzstan, stressing that diplomacy—not military action—should settle disputes in the region. The same

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Rough Diplomacy and the Iran Debate

The U. S. has faced challenges in getting help against Iran, and some blame this on President Trump’s style of dealing with other countries. During his time in office, he often spoke harshly to leaders from NATO and other allies. He even criticized personal figures like the wife of France’s presi

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Apr 26 2026OPINION

Indonesia and the U. S. Strengthen Ties in a New Military Pact

On April 13, Jakarta and Washington signed a Major Defense Partnership that will deepen joint efforts in modernizing forces, running operations together, and sharing training programs. The deal is a big step for Indonesia because it sits at the crossroads of many sea lanes and produces a lot of oil.

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Apr 25 2026OPINION

A Clear Path to Peace: Fixing Iran’s Nuclear Talk with Rules, Not Guns

Iran and the world face a tense moment over nuclear worries. Many think war could solve it, but history shows that fighting only adds danger and makes the problem bigger. The real fix lies in stronger laws, honest talks, and tighter checks on nuclear work. The main rulebook is the Treaty on the Non

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

193 Prisoners Return Home After US and UAE‑Backed Swap

Ukraine and Russia swapped 193 captured soldiers each on Friday. The move was organized with help from the United States and the United Arab Emirates. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said it is good that people are coming back. His chief of staff and Russia’s defence ministry confirmed the U. S

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