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The End of an Era? EU’s Special Trade Relationship with Israel in Jeopardy

The European Union's proposal to revoke tariff preferences for Israel could mark the beginning of the end for the special trade relationship the two have enjoyed for decades. The...

Beijing’s Blame Game: China Accuses Philippines After Forcing Collision

In a classic case of a blame game, China is accusing the Philippines of a "deliberate ramming" after...

Doha’s Diplomatic Masterstroke: Summit Turns Tables on Israel

Qatar has executed a diplomatic masterstroke, turning a direct threat from Israel into an opportunity to showcase its...

Israel’s Internal Politics: Was the Doha Strike a Netanyahu Power Play?

Beyond its strategic implications, the Israeli strike in Doha can also be viewed through the lens of Israel's...

Path to a Ceasefire Clears as Israel Accepts US-Backed Deal

The path to a ceasefire in Gaza has cleared considerably after Israel officially accepted a U.S.-backed deal. A...

Japan Enters Period of Transition as Prime Minister Ishiba Steps Aside

Japan is entering a period of political transition after Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced he is stepping aside. His resignation, after less than a...

The Shanghai Spirit: A New Vision of World Order Challenges the West

A new "Shanghai Spirit" is challenging the Western-led world order. Embodied by the unity of India, China, and Russia at the recent SCO summit,...

China’s “Greyzone” Push for Oil in Taiwan’s EEZ

A new report reveals that China is operating oil and gas vessels and fixed structures inside Taiwan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ). This activity, which...

A Message in a Bombing: Netanyahu’s Strike on Houthis Aims to Deter Iran

The Israeli bombing that killed the Houthi prime minister was a message aimed not just at Sanaa but also at Tehran, as Prime Minister...

Putin to Modi and Xi: Let’s Build a World Free from ‘Discriminatory’ Pressure

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to meet with both Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping at the SCO Summit, the Russian leader has...

A Rare Journey: Kim Jong Un Confirms Trip to Beijing

In a rare journey outside his isolated nation, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has confirmed he will travel to Beijing next week. He...