A Costly Trade War Comes Home Months after the United States rolled out a fresh wave of import tariffs under Donald Trump’s trade revival strategy, evidence is piling up those American companies and consumer—not foreign exporters—are footing the bill. Despite the president’s claims that other nations would bear the cost of protectionism, rising retail prices,…
After Two Years of War, A Fragile Peace Emerges After two years of relentless warfare between Israel and Hamas, the first rays of hope pierced through the smoke over Gaza. In a stunning diplomatic breakthrough, seven Israeli hostages were released by Hamas under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, marking the first tangible progress toward ending one of…
Tensions Across the Strait As China steps up military drills and political pressure around Taiwan, fears of a flashpoint in the Indo-Pacific continue to rise. The island democracy, which Beijing claims as its own territory, has repeatedly rejected any notion of “reunification” under Chinese rule. In response to these mounting threats, Taiwan is reshaping its defense posture —…
The United States government has entered a new phase of turmoil as the White House begins laying off thousands of federal employees, citing the ongoing government shutdown and stalled funding talks in Congress. What began as a political standoff has now cascaded into a full-blown workforce crisis, leaving departments understaffed, paychecks halted, and livelihoods at stake….
Trade Tensions Rekindled The uneasy truce between Washington and Beijing has fractured once more. In a dramatic escalation of trade hostilities, China announced sweeping new restrictions on the export of rare-earth materials, a vital component for industries ranging from defence and electronics to electric vehicles. In a swift countermeasure, US President Donald Trump slapped an additional 100 per…
Washington’s Unyielding Pressure on Tehran The United States has once again tightened the screws on Iran’s energy sector under its continuing “maximum economic pressure” campaign. As part of its latest enforcement action, Washington has sanctioned nine India-based companies and eight Indian nationals, accusing them of participating in Iran’s oil and petrochemical trade. The move, announced on Thursday, underscores…
A Press Meet That Stirred a Storm A diplomatic visit meant to foster dialogue between India and Afghanistan instead ignited a firestorm of controversy. On Friday, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a press conference at the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi, following talks with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. While the discussions…
A Historic Moment Meets Political Turmoil Sanae Takaichi’s ascent as Japan’s first potential female prime minister was meant to mark a turning point in the nation’s political history. A veteran conservative and long-time advocate of late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s economic and defense policies, Takaichi had just been elected leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party…
The Legacy of the Nobel Peace Prize Since its establishment in 1901, the Nobel Peace Prize has stood as one of humanity’s highest honors, recognizing individuals and organizations that advance peace, freedom, and human dignity. From global statesmen to grassroots activists, its laureates embody courage in the face of conflict. Continuing that tradition, the 2025…
Afghanistan at the Crossroads as Taliban Envoy Arrives in India In a dramatic turn of events, Afghanistan once again found itself caught in the crossfire of regional rivalries. As the Taliban’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi embarked on his first official visit to India, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and humanitarian engagement, Pakistan launched airstrikes inside…
