: The sun is seen behind a crude oil pump jack in the Permian Basin in Loving County, Texas, U.S., November 22, 2019. REUTERS/Angus Mordant/File Photo

Japan’s Oil Diplomacy: Navigating the Complexities of the Israel-Palestinian Conflict

Japan's response to Hamas attacks on Israel has been influenced by concerns about energy security and its diverse diplomatic interests in the Middle East. Initially, Japan remained neutral, but its hesitancy may complicate its stance with its G7 peers. Japan's...
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

China’s Critique of Israel’s Actions in Gaza: A Call for International Accountability

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has criticized Israel's military action in Gaza, stating that it goes beyond self-defense and must cease its collective punishment of Palestinians. He called for all parties to refrain from actions that escalate the situation and...