US President Donald Trump has called off a planned diplomatic mission to Pakistan aimed at advancing peace talks with Iran, signaling frustration with the current state of negotiations. Speaking on Saturday, Trump said continuing discussions felt pointless, adding there was no value in “sitting around talking about nothing,” though he clarified that the decision does […]
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China is stepping deeper into global diplomacy as President Xi Jinping held high-level talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Beijing, signaling a growing alignment between the two powers during a time of escalating global uncertainty. The meeting comes as world leaders increasingly turn to China for dialogue and influence, especially as the Middle […]
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As tensions continue to rise across the Middle East, Iran has made an unusual and urgent appeal to its younger generation—calling on them to physically protect key power plants by forming human chains. This appeal comes at a time when the situation is rapidly escalating. Saudi Arabia took the precaution of shutting down the King […]
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A new regional survey is revealing a significant shift in how Southeast Asia views global power dynamics—and the message is clear: the balance is tilting again. The State of Southeast Asia 2026 report, released by the ASEAN Studies Centre at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute on April 7, shows that China has once again emerged […]
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The head of the US central bank, Jerome Powell, said the economic impact of the recent surge in energy prices appears manageable for now. However, he cautioned that the situation could become more serious if people and businesses begin to expect inflation to stay high for a longer period. Speaking during an event at Harvard […]
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Israel launched a series of strikes on Iran’s capital, Tehran, today, according to statements from the Israeli military and reports from Iranian media. The development comes at a time when former U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is making progress in negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with reports suggesting a detailed […]
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A powerful pro-Iran armed faction in Iraq has announced a temporary pause in attacks targeting the United States embassy in Baghdad, offering a brief window of calm amid a rapidly escalating regional conflict. According to reports, the group pledged to suspend operations for five days, but only under certain conditions. One of the key demands […]
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In a move that underscores the urgency of unfolding global events, U.S. President Donald Trump has requested China to delay his highly anticipated summit with Xi Jinping. The decision comes as tensions in the Middle East intensify, demanding his presence closer to home. Originally scheduled from March 31 to April 2 in Beijing, the summit […]
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