U.S. military aircraft stationed at the Diego Garcia air base in the Indian Ocean.

What Are the Chagos Islands and Why the Diego Garcia Base Matters

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Britain’s decision to transfer sovereignty to Mauritius has reignited global debate over military power, colonial legacies and U.S. strategy The Chagos Islands, a remote archipelago in the Indian Ocean, have returned to the center of international attention after Britain agreed to transfer sovereignty of the territory to Mauritius — a move that carries major geopolitical […]

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Israeli bulldozers demolish part of the UNRWA headquarters compound in Jerusalem.

Israel Seizes U.N. Agency Headquarters in Jerusalem, Escalating Crackdown on UNRWA

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Demolition of UNRWA compound marks new phase in Israel’s dispute with Palestinian refugee agency Israeli authorities on Tuesday seized the Jerusalem headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and oversaw the demolition of parts of its compound, intensifying a long-running campaign against the U.N. body that provides aid to Palestinian refugees. Flanked

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An LNG tanker unloads American liquefied natural gas at a European terminal, symbolizing Europe’s growing dependence on U.S. energy.

How the EU Became Dependent on American Gas — and Why It’s Now a Strategic Risk

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From Russian pipelines to U.S. LNG, Europe’s energy shift has created a new geopolitical vulnerability Europe’s growing dependence on American liquefied natural gas (LNG) has become one of the most consequential — and controversial — geopolitical developments of the past decade. What began as an emergency response to the Ukraine conflict has evolved into a

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Illustration of global financial symbols representing high interest rates and central bank policies in 2026

Why Global Interest Rates Are Staying High in 2026

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Inflation concerns and economic uncertainty continue to influence central bank decisions across major economies. Global interest rates remain elevated in 2026, continuing a trend that began earlier in the decade as central banks responded to inflation, economic uncertainty, and shifting global conditions. While many households and businesses hoped for rapid rate cuts, policymakers across major

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Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announces snap election at a news conference in Tokyo

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Calls Snap Election Just Months After Taking Office

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New leader seeks fresh mandate as high approval ratings clash with party weakness Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced a snap general election just three months after taking office, dissolving parliament in a high-stakes move aimed at securing a stronger political mandate amid strong personal popularity but fragile party support. Speaking at a news

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China birthrate hits historic low as population declines for fourth consecutive year

China’s Birthrate Hits Historic Low as Population Declines for Fourth Year

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Policy incentives fail to reverse demographic crisis as deaths continue to outnumber births China’s birthrate has fallen to its lowest level since the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, deepening a demographic crisis that policymakers have struggled to contain. Official data released this week show that China’s population declined for a fourth consecutive year,

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Private text messages between U.S. President Donald Trump and Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre reveal rising tensions over Greenland and Arctic security.

‘Dear Donald’: Private Texts Reveal Rising Tensions Over Greenland

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Messages Between Trump and Nordic Leaders Highlight Escalating Dispute Over Arctic Territory A private text exchange between U.S. President Donald Trump and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has offered rare insight into escalating tensions between Washington and European allies over Greenland, NATO and global security issues. The messages, sent on 18 January and released

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Singapore Passport Tops Global Rankings in 2026, Offering Unmatched Travel Access

Singapore Passport Tops Global Rankings in 2026, Offering Unmatched Travel Access

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As of 2026, holders of Singapore passports enjoy visa-free, visa-on-arrival or electronic visa access to 192 countries and territories, ranking the Singapore passport first in the world according to global passport rankings. Singapore has once again secured the top position globally for passport strength, reinforcing its reputation as the most powerful travel document worldwide. The

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EU Considers Retaliation After Trump Threatens New Tariffs

EU Considers Retaliation After Trump Threatens New Tariffs

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European leaders warn of retaliation after Trump links tariffs to Greenland saleFrance pushes emergency economic tools as EU unity hardens against U.S. pressure European Union heavyweights, including Germany and France, on Sunday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose new trade tariffs linked to Greenland. Leaders warned that Europe would not bow to economic

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Syrian Government and Kurdish-Led Force Agree to Merge After Clashes

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The deal calls for an immediate cease-fire, following recent government gains that stripped the militia of key strategic assets. After weeks of intermittent fighting, the Syrian government and a Kurdish-led militia agreed on Sunday to an immediate cease-fire and the full integration of the militia into Syria’s national armed forces, according to state media and

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