Deadly Attack on U.S. Soldiers in Palmyra: Old ISIS Stronghold Sees Renewed Threat

Deadly Attack on U.S. Soldiers in Palmyra

The ancient Syrian city of Palmyra witnessed a deadly attack on U.S. soldiers on Saturday, once again escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to confirmation from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the attack resulted in the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and one civilian interpreter. Three other soldiers were injured and were immediately evacuated by … Read more

Geopolitical Tremors Triggered by Trump’s ‘C5’ Proposal: US, Russia, China, India and Japan on One Platform?

Trump’s C5 Proposal

Former US President Donald Trump once again appears ready to reshape the global political direction. According to a recently leaked National Security Strategy (NSS) draft report, the Trump camp is considering the formation of a new power grouping called “C5” or “Core Five.” The proposed forum aims to bring the world’s five most influential countries … Read more

Rapid Warming in India–China Relations: US Tariff Pressure Brings New Closeness Between New Delhi and Beijing

India China Relations

India China Relations: The long-standing shadow of tension and mistrust between India and China now appears to be gradually lifting. There was a time when the Galwan Valley clash had pushed bilateral ties into a near–Cold War-like freeze. However, fresh signals now suggest that South Asia’s two largest economies are returning to a path of … Read more

US Military Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Near Coast, Raises International Tensions

Venezuelan Oil

On December 10, 2025, a major confrontation emerged between the United States and Venezuela in international waters when the US military seized the Venezuelan oil tanker ‘Skipper’ near the country’s coast. Previously known as ‘Adisa’, the tanker was transporting crude oil from Venezuela to Asia, passing through Cuban waters during its voyage. According to US … Read more

Mexico’s Decision: 50% Import Duty on India and China, Effective From 2026

Mexico Import Duty

Mexico Import Duty: A major economic development from Mexico City has created a stir in global trade circles. On 10 December 2025, Mexico’s Parliament passed a significant Mexico Import Duty bill imposing import duties of up to 50% on thousands of products coming from non-FTA countries such as India, China, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia. … Read more

American House of Representatives Passes $901 Billion Defense Bill, Focus on Military Modernization and Countering China–Russia

U.S. Military Strategy & NDAA 2026

U.S. Military Strategy & NDAA 2026: Amid intense political activity in Washington, the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, approved a record $901-billion defense budget bill. The legislation, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2026, will guide America’s military readiness and global deployment for the upcoming fiscal year. The bill … Read more

Trump–Zelensky Tensions Rise: Political Pressures Intensify Amid Elections, War and Peace Plan

Trump Peace Plan

Trump Peace Plan: The Ukraine war has once again returned to the centre of global politics. Sharp exchanges between former US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have triggered renewed diplomatic activity. Trump accused Zelensky of “using the war as an excuse to block democracy”, while Zelensky responded that if the US ensures … Read more

Gaza Faces Twin Blow: Storm ‘Byron’ Strikes Amid Ongoing War, Heightening Risk for Hundreds of Thousands of Displaced People

Storm Byron

The Gaza Strip is currently caught in a dual crisis. While Israeli strikes continue without pause, a powerful storm system rising from the Mediterranean—Storm Byron—has triggered a fresh alarm for the hundreds of thousands already displaced and living without proper shelter. Families taking refuge in makeshift tents now face not only relentless bombardment, but also … Read more

London Demonstrates European Unity on Ukraine Peace Efforts

Ukraine Peace

Ukraine Peace: Diplomatic momentum to end the Ukraine war has accelerated. On December 8, a significant meeting took place at the historic 10 Downing Street in London, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in in-depth discussions with top leaders from the UK, France, and Germany regarding the peace proposal put forward by US President Donald … Read more

Japan Hit by 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake: 33 Injured, 90,000 Evacuated

Earthquake

Japan Earthquake: Japan’s north-eastern coastal region was rocked once again on Monday night, 8 December 2025, after a powerful earthquake struck offshore. The tremor, recorded at 11:15 pm (local time), measured 7.5 in magnitude and originated about 80 kilometres off the coast of Aomori Prefecture in the Pacific Ocean, reviving memories of the 2011 disaster. … Read more

7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northeastern Japan: Thousands Evacuated Amid Tsunami Alerts, Government Issues Emergency Warning

Earthquake

Northeastern Japan once again experienced intense seismic activity on Monday night. At around 11:15 p.m. local time, a powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck, shaking Aomori Prefecture and surrounding regions. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the epicenter was located in the Pacific Ocean, roughly 80 kilometers off the Aomori coast at a depth of 50 … Read more

Major Clashes Erupt on Thailand–Cambodia Border: Airstrikes Escalate Tension, Trump-Brokered Ceasefire at Risk

Thailand–Cambodia Conflict

Thailand–Cambodia Conflict: The long-disputed border between Thailand and Cambodia has once again been engulfed in smoke and gunfire. On Monday morning, Thailand launched airstrikes on Cambodia’s contested military positions, calling it a “retaliatory operation.” This came after overnight firing in Ubon Ratchathani province, where one Thai soldier was killed and four others were injured. Thai … Read more