A heated on-air exchange between Senator Mushahid Hussain and former Israeli national security adviser Yakov Amidror has underscored deep divisions over the ongoing war involving Iran, with sharply contrasting views on its trajectory and outcome. Read More: Turkey issues stern warning against civil war in Iran The clash took place during a televised debate on Al Arabiya English, where participants […]
Geopolitics
Trump sparks reaction with strategic Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump” remark
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump has drawn attention after referring to the strategic Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump” during remarks on the ongoing conflict with Iran, before quickly correcting himself. Read More: Iran charges $2 million for Hormuz passage Speaking at a Saudi-backed investment forum in Miami, Trump insisted that Iran must reopen […]
Iran outlines six conditions for potential ceasefire
TEHRAN — Iran has presented six key strategic conditions for halting the ongoing conflict, according to reports in Iranian media, signaling a firm stance as diplomatic efforts continue to seek de-escalation. Read More: Pakistan calls for dialogue between Iran, Gulf states An unnamed official, cited by local outlets, said regional parties and mediators had approached Tehran […]
Oil prices rebound as Iran denies US talks
Global oil prices edged higher in early trading on Tuesday as supply concerns resurfaced after Iran denied holding talks with the United States (US), contradicting claims by Donald Trump that negotiations were underway to ease tensions in the Gulf. Read More: Oil prices tumble as Trump delays Iran strikes Brent crude futures rose $1.06, or 1.1%, […]
Trump Iran policy shift unsettles markets and allies
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump once again demonstrated his unpredictable approach to foreign policy with a dramatic shift on Iran, sending shockwaves through global markets and raising fresh questions about the consistency of US strategy. Read More: Trump delays Iran grid attacks, says talks ongoing to end war After issuing stern warnings over the weekend, including a 48-hour ultimatum […]
North Korea vows to expand nuclear forces and harden stance on South Korea
SEOUL — Kim Jong-un has declared that North Korea will permanently strengthen its nuclear forces and formally treat South Korea as its most hostile state, outlining a tougher national strategy during a parliamentary address, according to Korean Central News Agency on Tuesday. Read More: North Korea prepares for nuclear test: South Korea issues warning Speaking before the Supreme People’s Assembly, […]
Iran seeks lasting resolution as conflict escalates
ISLAMABAD: As tensions intensify in the Middle East, Iran has signalled that it is not interested in a temporary ceasefire but is instead pushing for a long-term resolution to the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. Read More: Iran offers mediation to ease Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions Analysts describe the situation as a complex strategic deadlock, […]
Geopolitics and the Fragility of Service-Led Growth
Periods of conflict and instability often reveal the structural vulnerabilities of economies built primarily on tourism, aviation, and global mobility. As tensions and conflicts once again cast a shadow over parts of the Middle East, an important economic lesson is becoming clearer. Periods of geopolitical instability often expose the structural vulnerabilities of economies built primarily […]
Israel plotting ‘9/11-style’ terror attack in US to frame Tehran: Larijani
Senior Iranian official Ali Larijani has alleged that remnants of a network linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein are conspiring to stage a large-scale terrorist attack similar to the September 11 or 9/11-style terror attack and falsely blame Iran. Read More: Larijani warns Israel may derail nuclear talks In a statement posted on the social media […]
Russia vows to keep supplying oil to Cuba despite US pressure
Russia will continue supplying oil to Cuba despite mounting pressure from the United States, Moscow’s ambassador to Havana said on Thursday, underscoring long‑standing energy ties between the two countries amid a deepening geopolitical standoff. Read More: Russia warns against ‘outside interference’ after Cuba protests “We assume that this practice will continue,” Russian Ambassador Viktor Coronelli told the state […]