Protests Force Bangladesh’s Leader to Resign and Flee
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh resigned and fled the country on August 5, 2024, following weeks of escalating protests and violence. Her departure marks the end of her 15-year…
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…
Bangladesh’s Top Court Reduces Job Quotas Amidst Student Protests
On Sunday, the Supreme Court of Bangladesh significantly cut back a contentious quota system for government jobs following violent student protests. The decision reduces the number of government jobs reserved…
Yulia Navalnaya, Widow of Putin Critic, Faces Arrest in Russia
Yulia Navalnaya, Widow of Putin Critic, Faces Arrest in Russia On Tuesday, a court in Russia issued an arrest warrant for Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of the late opposition leader…
The Rise of the Left: France’s Surprising Election Results
France recently held a snap parliamentary election that led to unexpected outcomes and a lot of political uncertainty. Here’s a breakdown of what happened and what might come next. 1.…
Two Kings Fight for One Throne in Nigeria
In the ancient city of Kano, Nigeria, a dramatic struggle for power is unfolding between two rival kings, Emir Sanusi and Emir Aminu. Both men claim to be the rightful…
Bamboo Diplomacy in Action: Vietnam Balances Relations with Russia and the West
On Thursday, President Vladimir Putin of Russia made a significant visit to Vietnam following his trip to North Korea, highlighting the complex dynamics between Russia, Vietnam, and the broader geopolitical…
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…
South Africa’s ANC and Opposition Form Historic Unity Government
In a groundbreaking political development, South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) has formed a coalition government with its main opposition, the Democratic Alliance (DA), and the smaller Inkatha Freedom Party…
Putin Proposes Cease-Fire with Sweeping Demands on Ukraine
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia would be ready to order a cease-fire in Ukraine and enter into negotiations if Ukraine agreed to several significant conditions. These…