U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Israel on October 24 and stressed the need for any international security force deployed into Gaza as part of a ceasefire agreement to come from countries that Israel finds “comfortable,” adding that any future governance of Gaza remains up for discussion, though any agreement must exclude Hamas. Meanwhile,...
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How Will US Sanctions Function — An Overview
As geopolitical tensions intensify, economic sanctions have become one of the United States’ primary foreign policy tools. Targeting Russia, Iran and North Korea among others – U.S. sanctions are designed to pressure governments, individuals and entities into altering behavior without resorting to direct military force – but how exactly do these sanctions work and why...
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What Happened Today in the Occupied West Bank?
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Hunt Continues for Thieves After Priceless Jewels Stolen in Heist at Louvre Museum in Paris
French authorities are searching for a group of thieves who carried out a daring jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris, stealing priceless pieces of historical jewelry. The theft, which took place late at night, has shocked the world and raised serious questions about security at one of the most famous museums on the...
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‘No Space for War in Nuclearised Environment,’ Field Marshal Warns India
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PMD rejects possibility of coldest winter in Pakistan this year
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Bangladesh Prosecution Demands Death Penalty for Ex-PM Hasina
In a dramatic escalation of Bangladesh’s political and legal crisis, prosecutors have demanded the death penalty for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of gross misuse of power, corruption, and alleged human rights violations during her tenure. The development has sent shockwaves through Dhaka’s political establishment and further deepened tensions between the ruling authorities...
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Lies and Propaganda Turned Indian Military Machine into ‘Laughing Stock’: Pakistan Army
The Pakistan Army has recently criticized the Indian military, accusing it of being turned into a “laughing stock” due to a combination of lies and propaganda. This bold statement comes amid ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, which have seen an increase in cross-border incidents and military clashes. The Pakistan Army’s remarks are part...