Politics

Iraq’s parliament has elected Haybat al-Halbousi as speaker with 208 votes. While a key step in government formation, the rise of pro-Iran factions within the Shia Coordination Framework complicates the path to a new prime minister.

Explore how President Donald Trump utilized emergency powers in 2025 to reshape U.S. immigration, trade, and military policy. A look at the legal and political fallout.

As the Iranian Rial hits a record low of 1.42 million per USD in December 2025, Tehran's Grand Bazaar and tech hubs shut down in protest against the deepening economic crisis.

Myanmar's pro-military USDP claims a massive lead in the first phase of the 2025 general election. Amidst civil war and the ban of NLD, critics dismiss the vote as a sham.

Trump and Zelenskyy hail progress on a Ukraine peace plan. Explore the latest on China's Taiwan drills, Syria's deadly protests, and the Kosovo election results.

President Zelenskyy revealed a US offer for 15-year security guarantees as part of a peace plan. Explore the impact of this long-term US commitment on Ukraine's future.

Explore how Donald Trump's presidential hobby of architecture and building continues to influence his leadership style and branding in the White House.

President Trump and President Zelenskyy hail progress on a 2025 peace plan for the Russia-Ukraine conflict amidst rising tensions in Taiwan.

Trump and Zelenskyy announce progress on the 2025 peace plan for the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Explore the implications alongside China's military drills and Syrian protests.

Local anti-poverty groups are scaling back as Trump administration safety-net program cuts hit home in 2025. Explore the economic and social impact of these policy changes.

Analyze the 2025 rebalancing of NATO defense spending, Ukraine's strategy with Trump, and the escalating tensions in Bangladesh and Algeria.

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy signaled momentum on peace talks during their Dec 28, 2025 meeting. Explore the diplomatic shift and its domestic impacts.