Iran war backlash weakens Trump as Republican midterm defeat exposes growing political pressure

US President Donald Trump is facing mounting political pressure after a major midterm election defeat for Republicans, with his administration’s handling of the Iran war emerging as one of the … Read More

Malaysia urges US to deepen defence ties while respecting Asean unity

Malaysia has called on the United States to strengthen defence cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), stressing that regional unity, mutual respect and an inclusive approach must … Read More

Trump-Kim summit hopes fade as North Korea gains leverage through Russia and China

The possibility of a new meeting between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is looking increasingly uncertain as Pyongyang strengthens its strategic relationships with Russia … Read More

G7 Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia as Regional Tensions Escalate

The Group of Seven has called on Yemen’s Houthi movement to immediately stop its attacks against Saudi Arabia, as growing military activity in the region adds another layer of uncertainty … Read More

Trump threatens ‘very heavy tariffs’ as EU explores closer ties with Canada

US President Donald Trump has warned that the European Union could face “very heavy tariffs” if Brussels moves forward with plans to deepen its relationship with Canada. Trump made the … Read More

BRICS Leaders Call for Peace, Energy Security and Stronger Global Stability in New Delhi Declaration

BRICS leaders have called for greater global stability, stronger energy security and diplomatic solutions to international conflicts in a joint declaration adopted during the group’s 18th summit in New Delhi. … Read More

Putin, Xi and Pezeshkian Meet Modi as BRICS Summit Faces Growing Divisions Over Middle East War

The BRICS summit in India is unfolding at a time when global tensions are putting the unity of the emerging economies group to the test. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived … Read More

Iran warns countries joining US ‘economic war’ they could be treated as enemies

Iran has issued a sharp warning to countries considering joining the United States in imposing economic pressure on Tehran, saying nations that participate could be treated as enemies. The warning … Read More

Netanyahu turns his sights on Turkey as Israel’s election approaches

As Israel heads toward a closely watched October 27 election, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is increasingly turning his political and military attention toward Turkey, adding another layer of tension to … Read More

Iran warns Saudi Arabia it cannot contain Houthis as Yemen conflict intensifies

Iran has issued a sharp warning to Saudi Arabia as fighting around Yemen and the wider Middle East continues to escalate, saying Riyadh will struggle to contain the Houthi movement … Read More