Conflict
Russia-Ukraine War: Missile and Drone Barrages Intensify Amid Stalemate
Russia and Ukraine escalate aerial attacks with missiles and drones, intensifying suffering with no end in sight.
Category: International
International
Foreign Leaders Navigate Trump’s Power: Leverage and Personal Dynamics
Foreign leaders use leverage, strength, and personal dynamics to manage interactions with Donald Trump, according to Jonathan Swan.
Conflict
Trump Urges Iranian Uprising Amid Escalating Gulf Conflict
President Trump urges Iranians to rise up amid escalating six-month conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.
International
China’s Xi Jinping Courts Egypt, Challenging US Influence in Middle East
Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt signals China's growing ambition to challenge US influence in the Middle East through economic and diplomatic engagement.
International
USS Abraham Lincoln Arrives in Thailand for Crew Respite
The U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docks in Thailand, offering a break to its crew after a demanding deployment.
International
Italy’s Meloni Signals Pragmatic Shift in European Policy
Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni signals a pragmatic shift in her European policy, including engagement with Iran.
International
China’s Flood Narrative Control Contrasts With Open Reporting in Nepal
China's media sanitizes flood aftermath in Tibet, contrasting with Nepal's open reporting on grief and anger.
International
Germany Accuses Russia of Orchestrating Failed Drone Attack at Airport
Germany has accused Russia of orchestrating a failed drone attack at a German airport last month, a claim denied by Moscow.
Business
Global Debt Fears Fuel Bond Market Sell-Off to Multi-Decade Highs
Global government borrowing costs are surging to multi-decade highs amid investor anxiety over debt, deficits, and inflation.
International
US Navy Carrier Abraham Lincoln to Visit Thailand for Crew Respite
The U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier will dock in Thailand on Wednesday, offering its crew a period of rest after demanding operations.