Ismail Haniyeh, Top Hamas Leader, Assassinated in Iran
Background and Role Ismail Haniyeh, a key figure in the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, at the age of 62. Haniyeh, who was the exiled political…
Putin and Kim Sign Historic Defense Agreement Amid Global Tensions
On June 19, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un signed a mutual defense pact in Pyongyang, North Korea’s capital. This agreement, described by Kim as…
UN Court Orders Immediate Halt to Israeli Offensive in Gaza
May 24, 2024 – The United Nations’ top court has directed Israel to “immediately halt” its military offensive in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza where over one million Palestinians…
Blinken Pushes for Policy Change on Ukraine’s Use of U.S. Weapons
Since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, President Biden has maintained a strict rule: Ukraine is not allowed to use American-supplied weapons to attack Russian territory. This restriction was…
International Criminal Court Calls for Arrest of Netanyahu and Hamas Officials
On May 20, 2024, the International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan announced his request for arrest warrants targeting leaders from both Israel and Hamas. This decision is based on…
An Unequal Partnership: Putin Seeks Support from Xi Amid Isolation
Vladimir Putin’s visit to China this week highlighted significant changes in the relationship between Russia and China. Despite efforts to present a strong alliance, the visit revealed an imbalance in…
Biden’s Strategic Pause in Arms to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict
Last week, President Biden decided to temporarily stop a shipment of arms to Israel, a move reflecting the United States’ concern over potential Israeli military operations in Rafah, a city…
Balancing Act: Israel’s Response to Iranian Aggression
Late Thursday, Israel carried out a missile attack on Iran, in response to an earlier attack by it on Israel that occurred on Sunday. The action by Israel was exactly…
The US Imposes Conditions on Its Aid to Israel
On Thursday, President Joe Biden held a pivotal conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This exchange came in the wake of a tragic event where seven aid workers, affiliated…
Haiti’s Prime Minister Resigns Amid Crisis
Prime Minister Ariel Henry of Haiti has announced his decision to step down amid increasing turmoil and violence caused by gangs. This significant move aims to pave the way for…