Why Pacific Governments Are Pressing to Open Embassies in Jerusalem
Several Pacific governments cite faith, diplomatic ties and aid prospects as they consider establishing embassies in Jerusalem.
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U.S. Pressure to Send Korean Forces to Hormuz Strains Alliance
Washington’s demand that Seoul deploy forces to the Strait of Hormuz is creating political friction and strategic dilemmas for the U.S.–South Korea partnership.
Fetterman’s Surprise Message at GOP Midterm Event Highlights Strain with Democrats
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman sent a surprise video to the Republican midterm event, stressing willingness to work with Trump while avoiding praise.
Global Temperature Record Broken in August as Oceans Reach New Highs
EU climate monitoring finds August the warmest month ever; ocean temperatures hit unprecedented levels and the UN urges fossil fuel reductions.
How the Campaign Against the ‘Deep State’ Undermined Iran Policy
A look at how confrontation with institutions weakened US capacity and contributed to a costly policy failure with Iran.
Why the SCO Delivers Little Strategic Gain for India
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation offers New Delhi dialogue and visibility but few concrete strategic or economic gains amid China’s leadership.
Ambiguous Signals: What Sergio Gor’s Remarks Mean for U.S. Policy in South Asia
Unclear envoy statements raise questions about who sets U.S. messaging on South Asia and the diplomatic consequences for partners like India.
US strikes suspected drug smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing four
US forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean; four people were killed, following another interdiction in the Eastern Pacific.
Trump Sends Saudi Nuclear Agreement to Congress, Conditioning It on Riyadh’s Recognition of Israel
Washington transmits a civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia to Congress, conditioned on the kingdom’s formal recognition of Israel.
Pakistan and Iran Report Progress in Tehran Talks Aimed at De-escalation
Pakistan and Iran said talks in Tehran advanced plans to prevent escalation, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pursue an expedited end to the conflict.