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Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Readers reply: Has a call for restraint from an authority figure ever put a stop to war?

Mediation and calls for restraint can sometimes lead to the de-escalation of conflicts, though outcomes vary significantly.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy offers expertise on keeping waterways open amid Middle East conflict

Ukraine offers expertise in maritime navigation to assist in keeping the strait of Hormuz open amid Middle East conflict.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Guardian view on Ukraine's perilous spring: Europe's steadfast support is more vital than ever | Editorial

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a crucial EU loan to Ukraine, jeopardizing its financial support amid ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy offers expertise on keeping waterways open amid Middle East conflict

Ukraine offers expertise in maritime navigation to assist in keeping the strait of Hormuz open amid Middle East conflict.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Guardian view on Ukraine's perilous spring: Europe's steadfast support is more vital than ever | Editorial

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a crucial EU loan to Ukraine, jeopardizing its financial support amid ongoing conflict.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Has the humanitarian crisis in Gaza been ignored?

Despite the ceasefire that came into effect in October, the Israeli military has continued to violate the agreement by carrying out air strikes and limiting the entry of aid.
World news
#peace-movement
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany's Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing global conflicts and military service reforms.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing military service, global conflicts, and human rights from April 2 to 6.
#donald-trump
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on the US and Europe: the UK tried to be a bridge, but Trump likes to burn them | Editorial

Donald Trump's unpredictability undermines traditional alliances and the liberal international order, causing concern among European leaders.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump is impotently railing against the US's allies. Albanese is right to avoid the president's global catastrophe | Allan Behm

Donald Trump's behavior and threats towards NATO allies reflect his frustration and lack of effective options in the ongoing geopolitical crisis.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on the US and Europe: the UK tried to be a bridge, but Trump likes to burn them | Editorial

Donald Trump's unpredictability undermines traditional alliances and the liberal international order, causing concern among European leaders.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump is impotently railing against the US's allies. Albanese is right to avoid the president's global catastrophe | Allan Behm

Donald Trump's behavior and threats towards NATO allies reflect his frustration and lack of effective options in the ongoing geopolitical crisis.
#trump
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Tears Into EU Nations That Wouldn't Get Involved' in Iran Decapitation': Go Get Your Own Oil!'

Trump criticized European nations for not supporting U.S. actions against Iran, urging them to secure their own oil and military supplies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Berlin is rearming, and its neighbors are weighing the risks and benefits of the new German hegemony

Germany is rearming its military in response to geopolitical changes, raising concerns about its past and future role in Europe.
#uk-eu-relations
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

The UK aims for closer economic ties with the EU amid the Iran conflict, focusing on cooperation in economy and security.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

UK needs stronger ties with EU due to 'dangerous world', Starmer says

Closer partnership with the EU is essential for Britain's long-term national interest and economic recovery post-Brexit.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

The UK aims for closer economic ties with the EU amid the Iran conflict, focusing on cooperation in economy and security.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

UK needs stronger ties with EU due to 'dangerous world', Starmer says

Closer partnership with the EU is essential for Britain's long-term national interest and economic recovery post-Brexit.
#syria
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany hosted Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa despite his controversial past and accusations of human rights violations.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany hosted Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa despite his controversial past and accusations of human rights violations.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Is war more profitable than peace? David Keen explains

David Keen emphasizes that wars can serve as tools for political control and economic gain, often benefiting those in power while complicating the path to peace.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
14 hours ago

Thousands rally in Iraq against senseless' US-Israel war on Iran

What America and Israel are doing in their aggression against the countries of the region is not a war of a military nature, but a senseless war, said Dhirgham Samir, a demonstrator in his 40s.
World news
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Threatens to Sever Ties With NATO Over Iran Split: They Weren't There for Us'

Trump is considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO due to lack of support from allies in conflicts, particularly regarding Iran.
Europe politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

It's Not that Trump Is Threatening NATO; He Is Making NATO Toxic - emptywheel

Trump's skepticism towards NATO raises concerns about the alliance's reliability and the US's commitment to European defense.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

China steps forward into world leadership role on Iran war, crisis as America looks on with disinterest | Fortune

China is increasing its diplomatic efforts regarding the Iran war, proposing a five-point plan and seeking support from Gulf nations.
#iran
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Trump's Stone-Age Strategy Will Lead to Tragedy

Trump's rhetoric has shifted from promoting a free Iran to advocating for its complete destruction amid ongoing military tensions.
World politics
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Washington's Iran Groupthink Led to a Global War

Washington's approach to Iran has led to increased conflict, undermining American safety and prosperity.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

War crimes are no longer shameful. That should terrify you

Warring sides in the Middle East show contempt for civilian life, flouting international laws protecting civilians amid escalating conflict.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Austria Becomes Latest EU Country to Deny US Military Use of Its Airspace

Austria's Defense Ministry stated, 'There have indeed been requests and they were refused from the outset.' The refusal is based on the country's neutrality policy, which has been in effect since 1955.
Europe politics
#us-foreign-policy
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways

Jassim al-Budaiwi urges the UN Security Council to ensure uninterrupted navigation through strategic waterways and halt Iranian attacks in the region.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

EU ministers arrive in Ukraine to mark Bucha massacre anniversary Europe live

EU ministers visit Bucha to commemorate its liberation and discuss accountability for war crimes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Iran war: UNSC to vote on Gulf-led resolution to open Hormuz

The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution for defensive measures to secure ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Iran war: Indonesia calls on UN after peacekeeper deaths

Three Indonesian UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon, prompting Indonesia to call for an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

What Are Your Obligations When Your Country Is the Villain?

The U.S. executed a devastating missile strike on a school in Iran, killing many children and raising moral questions about its actions.
EU data protection
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago

Sovereignty isn't a toggle feature

European cloud alternatives like Hetzner and Scaleway can deliver comparable performance and capabilities to AWS while significantly reducing costs, though they require greater operational responsibility and architectural commitment to sovereignty.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

EU seeks new strategy amid Sahel 'influence' rivalries

Military coups in the Sahel have led to increased foreign influence but heightened instability and violence in the region.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump's administration is intensifying military pressure on Iran, threatening civilian infrastructure and disregarding established warfare principles.
#international-law
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The security council has allowed unchecked power and brutality. To protect peace, we must reform the UN | Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

International law violations lead to chaos, with the UN's inaction and the rise of armed conflicts threatening global security and humanitarian principles.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The security council has allowed unchecked power and brutality. To protect peace, we must reform the UN | Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

International law violations lead to chaos, with the UN's inaction and the rise of armed conflicts threatening global security and humanitarian principles.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Why international law is still the world's best defence

The post-World War II international legal order faces erosion from ultranationalism, great-power rivalries, and norm violations, risking a return to force-based politics where power supersedes principle.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The EU is preparing to slam the door on Trump and cling to multilateralism

EU leaders prioritize multilateralism and rules-based order while addressing energy price surges and geopolitical instability driven by US-Iran conflict and Trump's foreign policy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tuesday briefing: With the horror of conflict throughout the globe, how likely is world war three?

The world faces escalating conflicts, raising fears of a potential third world war amid geopolitical tensions and military actions.
History
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Voiding International Agreements Can Have Awkward Consequences - emptywheel

The United States purchased the Danish West Indies in 1917 for $25 million; Denmark obtained tacit U.S. assent to extend interests in Greenland.
#transatlantic-relations
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Will the Board of Peace live up to its name?

United States President Donald Trump launched the Board of Peace on Thursday, saying it's one of the most consequential bodies ever created in the history of the world. This is all part of the agreement to reach a ceasefire in Gaza after more than two years of Israel's genocidal war on Palestinians in the territory. Trump said the board will work in partnership with the United Nations to address crises far beyond Gaza.
US politics
US politics
fromThe New Humanitarian
2 months ago

Inklings | US funding: Risks, power shifts, and a boatload of questions

The US plans to route $2 billion in humanitarian funding through UN pooled funds, potentially reshaping aid funding and empowering OCHA's humanitarian reset.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

U.S. leaves U.N. groups

On Wednesday night, the Trump administration announced plans to withdraw from 66 global agencies, including premier U.N. groups that focus on climate and health issues.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The world order we're leaving behind may be replaced by no order at all

The Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, inspired a wave of enthusiastic nodding among the cosmopolitan crowd gathered in Davos last month when he took to the podium and proclaimed that the world order underwritten by the United States, which prevailed in the west throughout the postwar era, was over. The organizing principle that emerged from the ashes of the second world war, that interdependence would promote world peace by knitting nations' interests together in a drive for common security and prosperity, no longer works.
World news
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The "Rules-Based Order" Is Gone. Let's Not Bring It Back.

The very same European leaders and anointed members of the Blob expressing outrage about Greenland were largely silent or supportive as Trump bombed Iran and Nigeria, abducted Maduro, and continued to aid and abet Israel's genocide in Gaza.
World politics
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

US will exit dozens of international organizations as it further retreats from global cooperation

Most of the targets are U.N.-related agencies, commissions and advisory panels that focus on climate, labor and other issues that the Trump administration has categorized as catering to diversity and woke initiatives. The Trump Administration has found these institutions to be redundant in their scope, mismanaged, unnecessary, wasteful, poorly run, captured by the interests of actors advancing their own agendas contrary to our own, or a threat to our nation's sovereignty, freedoms, and general prosperity, the State Department said in a statement.
US politics
#united-nations
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 weeks ago

The War's Next Phase: Five Indicators That Matter Most

Military operations against symmetric targets succeed historically, but asymmetric threats like Shahed drones require adaptive branch plans rather than predetermined sequels.
World politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Former NATO commander fears the world is living through the outbreak of WWIII - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Former NATO deputy commander warns current geopolitics represents the most perilous moment in his lifetime, with escalating Middle East tensions risking uncontrolled conflict involving nuclear-armed powers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

UK prioritising foreign aid that helps fight threats' to international cooperation

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
US politics
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

What is the 'rules-based order' and can it survive?

The rules-based international order, built on post-World War II multilateral institutions and laws, faces erosion and contested legitimacy worldwide.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Peace as policy: Mediation is the core sense of modern diplomacy

Mediation is a strategic security tool essential to prevent escalation and global disruption; prioritize sustained, credible diplomatic engagement to normalize peace in 2026.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Why is the US quitting international organisations?

There are more signs that the United States is disengaging from the global order established after World War II. President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to pull out of more than 60 agencies, half of them part of the United Nations. Trump argues that being a member of these organisations is contrary to his country's interests. The secretary of state went as far as saying they're useless or wasteful.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Can the UN Security Council be reformed?

The UN secretary-general says the absence of African seats is indefensible'. African nations must have permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council, the head of the world body has told the African Union. Latin American countries and most of those in Asia do not have a permanent presence either, despite their huge populations. Can the UN be reformed? Presenter: Rishaad Salamat Guests: Olukayode Bakare visiting scholar in international relations and African politics at the University of Colorado Denver Mukesh Kapila former UN humanitarian coordinator
World news
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

EU reveals weak hand as Trump raids Venezuela and threatens Greenland

The EU faces a dilemma between condemning a US raid on Venezuela, risking transatlantic ties, and acquiescing, undermining legal principles supporting opposition to Russia.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

United Nations presses for answers on US funding commitments

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Monday that while the US ambassador, Mike Waltz, said last week that payments would begin within weeks, no further details had been offered. list of 3 itemsend of list We've seen the statements, and frankly, the secretary-general has been in touch for quite some time on this issue with Ambassador Waltz, Dujarric said during a news briefing.
World news
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US has 'legal obligation' to pay dues, UN tells Trump DW 01/09/2026

The United States must pay mandatory assessed UN dues despite withdrawing from dozens of UN-affiliated and other international bodies.
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