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.
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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.
How U.S. Conduct Abroad Risks Creating Long-Term Enmity
Analysts warn that policies perceived as humiliating can fuel enduring hostility, complicating diplomacy, security and alliances.
Complaint against Mohammed VI before the ICC: What is known, what remains to be proven
A legal initiative targeting King Mohammed VI and Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch has sparked numerous reactions on social media over the past few days. Some commentaries are already speaking of an “earthquake in The Hague” or an international indictment of the Moroccan government. The reality, however, is more nuanced: a complaint has indeed…
Senate Holds Fauci in Contempt as Questions Persist Over Covid Origins
A Senate committee held Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked the Fifth Amendment in hearings on Covid-19 origins, renewing calls for access to Wuhan records and transparent international investigations.