Mali

Mali Junta’s Accusations against Algeria

Mali has recalled its ambassador to Algeria, accusing it of interference in its internal affairs by meeting rebel leaders. This has deepened diplomatic tensions between the two neighbours over efforts to end the armed rebellion in northern Mali. Mali's junta...
China-Taiwan conflict

Chinese Military Presence Looms over Taiwan’s Election

Taiwan has reported Chinese warplanes and warships around the island, including those crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, as Beijing continues military activities with three weeks to go before the island state votes. Taiwan has complained for four years of...
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group has over the past month attacked merchant vessels sailing through the Red Sea

Iran’s Warning: Mediterranean Closure in Response to Gaza ‘Crimes’

Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander, Mohammad Reza Naqdi, has warned that the Mediterranean Sea could be closed if the US and its allies continue to commit "crimes" in Gaza. Iran supports Palestinian resistance groups against Israel and accuses the US of...
Gaza

Gaza’s Evacuation Orders: Implications and Safety Concerns

Israel has issued an evacuation order for civilians in central Gaza, directing them to relocate to areas where air strikes are ongoing. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, stated that the Israeli army is merely ordering people to move...
Indian Ocean

Drone Strikes and Onboard Fires in the Indian Ocean

A drone strike caused an explosion and fire on a merchant ship in the Arabian Sea, causing no casualties. The ship, carrying crude oil, was heading towards Mangaluru from Saudi Arabia. An Indian Coast Guard vessel, ICGS Vikram, has been...
ChatGPT

OpenAI’s Talks for New Funding: Exploring the $100B Valuation

OpenAI is in talks to raise a fresh round of funding at a valuation of $100 billion or more, according to Bloomberg News. The terms, valuation, and timing of the funding round have not been finalized and could change. OpenAI...
Syria

Kurds of Syria and Iraq: Washington’s Dilemma

Kurdish autonomous regions in Iraq and Syria are facing increasing threats from regional powers like Iran and Turkey, as well as internal challenges from central governments in Baghdad and Damascus. The United States has played a significant role in the...
Egypt

Egypt’s Political Landscape Altered by El-Sisi’s Decisive Election Win

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has been elected for a new six-year term with 89.6% of the vote, according to the National Elections Authority. The election saw a 66.8% turnout of over 67.3 million registered voters, with 44.8 million people...
Israeli soldiers

How to Implement a ‘Surgical’ Approach in Gaza: Insights from US Defense Secretary

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized Israel's role in Gaza, reiterating the U.S.'s support for its war against Hamas, urging the return of hostages, defending civilians, and increasing humanitarian aid. He also called for a post-war, two-state solution between Israel...
Qatar

Qatar’s Gaza Mediation: Striking the Right Balance

Qatar, a key player in negotiations for temporary pauses and Israeli-Palestinian prisoner swaps, has been criticized for its relationship with Hamas, which has enabled its mediation efforts. However, the Gulf state's indispensability has been largely ignored. Last month, Qatar negotiated...
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