Politics

Lithuania faces China's diplomatic deep freeze over Taiwan. Four years of silence reveal a new form of economic coercion that goes beyond traditional sanctions.

UK's decision to hand Chagos Islands to Mauritius puts America's most strategic military base at risk. Can Trump trust Britain's promises?

Beijing quietly tightens restrictions on officials with family overseas, targeting 'quasi-naked officials' whose children live abroad while spouses remain in China.

BRICS nations pursue strategic de-dollarization through alternative payment systems and currency arrangements, challenging 80 years of dollar hegemony in global finance.

Chinese coast guard's rare glimpse into drone operations at disputed Scarborough Shoal reveals how unmanned technology is reshaping South China Sea tensions and maritime conflict strategies.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announces her 2028 presidential campaign while facing impeachment proceedings, potentially reshaping the country's foreign policy alignment between Washington and Beijing.

As Ukraine war approaches its fourth anniversary, Geneva peace talks end early with no breakthrough. Why have countless mediation efforts failed to end Europe's deadliest conflict since WWII?

Turkish President Erdogan opposes Israel's recognition of Somaliland's independence, warning against foreign interference in the Horn of Africa as Ethiopia pushes for sea access through diplomatic channels.

Over 80 women, mostly Alawites, reported kidnapped since Assad's fall. Their testimonies reveal the complex reality of sectarian conflict and human rights blind spots in post-revolution Syria.

Geneva trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and US end without breakthrough as territorial control remains key sticking point four years into war

Japan's 17% export jump in January masks deeper dependency on China, raising questions about economic sovereignty vs. political tensions in Asia.

South Korea moves to restore no-fly zone from suspended 2018 inter-Korean military pact after civilian drone incursions into North Korea spark diplomatic crisis