Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reportedly told EU leaders that Beijing doesn’t want Russia to lose the war in Ukraine, fearing a US shift of focus towards China. This admission, surprising to some EU officials, aligns with suspicions about China’s st…

President Trump announced the resumption of tariffs initially imposed in April, following a 90-day pause for negotiations that largely failed. Letters detailing tariffs ranging from 10% to 70% will be sent to various countries, with smaller nations add…

Amid US ceasefire efforts, Hamas’ decision rests on Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the new Gaza chief, succeeding Mohammed Sinwar. Al-Haddad, a key planner of the October 7 attack, opposes Israeli efforts to remove Hamas. He insists on an “honorable deal” or a …

Russia launched a massive drone attack on Kyiv, resulting in casualties and widespread damage, shortly after a call between Trump and Putin. Zelensky and Trump discussed bolstering Ukraine’s defenses, including joint production and procurement, amid co…

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in at least 20 Palestinian deaths, according to local health officials. The strike targeted a tent encampment in Khan Younis and Jabalia. Amidst the violence, US President Donald Trump stated he anticipates a respo…

More than four decades after the U.S. Embassy in Tehran was stormed by student revolutionaries loyal to Ayatollah Khomeini, it remains closed — a stark reminder of just how deep the distrust runs. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

Ukraine’s struggle highlights the guns versus butter dilemma, diverting crucial funds from development to defense against Russia. This trade-off echoes historical tragedies like the Bengal famine, where wartime priorities overshadowed human needs.