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China's Port Empire: 115 Facilities Worldwide Spark Global Concerns
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China's Port Empire: 115 Facilities Worldwide Spark Global Concerns

Chinese firms control operations at 115 ports globally, raising questions about economic leverage and geopolitical risks in international trade routes.

BRICS Naval Drill Exposes Cracks in Anti-Western Alliance
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BRICS Naval Drill Exposes Cracks in Anti-Western Alliance

BRICS conducted its first military exercise, but founding member India's absence reveals internal tensions between China-India rivalry and US pressure in the emerging multipolar order.

Asia's $30 Trillion Trade Bloc Faces Its Moment of Truth
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Asia's $30 Trillion Trade Bloc Faces Its Moment of Truth

RCEP's 2026 review could reshape global supply chains as Asia-Pacific economies seek resilience amid rising geopolitical tensions and trade fragmentation.

ICE Agents at Milan Olympics? Italy Says 'Not Welcome' After Minneapolis Shooting
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ICE Agents at Milan Olympics? Italy Says 'Not Welcome' After Minneapolis Shooting

Italy pushes back against US plans to send ICE agents to Winter Olympics following fatal Minneapolis shooting, raising questions about sovereignty and democratic values.

One Chinese Satellite Just Forced SpaceX to Move 4,400 Starlinks
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One Chinese Satellite Just Forced SpaceX to Move 4,400 Starlinks

A 200-meter near-miss between Chinese and SpaceX satellites triggered the largest orbital repositioning in commercial space history. What does this mean for the new space race?

Israel Dug Up 200 Palestinian Graves to Find One Israeli Body
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Israel Dug Up 200 Palestinian Graves to Find One Israeli Body

Israel mobilized tanks, drones, and explosive robots to recover a single Israeli policeman's remains, desecrating 200 Palestinian graves in the process. A stark illustration of life's unequal value.

Spain vs Morocco: The Battle for 2030 World Cup Final Has Already Begun
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Spain vs Morocco: The Battle for 2030 World Cup Final Has Already Begun

Spain and Morocco, co-hosts of the 2030 World Cup, are already competing for the right to stage the final. Behind the stadium rivalry lies a deeper story of national ambition and soft power politics.

China-Russia Defense Chiefs Deepen Military Coordination
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China-Russia Defense Chiefs Deepen Military Coordination

Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun and Russian counterpart Belousov discussed strengthening strategic cooperation and joint response capabilities in a video call, signaling deeper military ties.

Soybean Politics: Trump's Rural Dilemma in an Election Year
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Soybean Politics: Trump's Rural Dilemma in an Election Year

As Trump ramps up pressure on China through foreign policy moves, US soybean farmers fear becoming collateral damage again. Can political rhetoric survive economic reality?

Trump's Tariff Gambit: Is Korea's Digital Crackdown the Real Target?
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Trump's Tariff Gambit: Is Korea's Digital Crackdown the Real Target?

As the US sends a letter expressing concerns over Korea's digital regulations, Trump announces a tariff hike to 25%. We analyze the potential connection and broader implications for US-Korea relations.

Starmer's Beijing Gambit: Britain Bets on Geopolitical Fragmentation
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Starmer's Beijing Gambit: Britain Bets on Geopolitical Fragmentation

UK PM Keir Starmer visits Beijing with a message that unsettles Washington: Britain won't choose between US and China. What this means for investors in a fragmenting world.

Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Fight Faces Its Ultimate Test
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Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Fight Faces Its Ultimate Test

As Ukraine battles Russia, a major corruption scandal rocks Zelenskyy's inner circle. Can the country prove it's serious about reform while fighting for survival?