The armed conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has entered its second week with no clear resolution in sight, as military operations and political rhetoric intensify on multiple fronts. Washington and Tehran have hardened their positions while missile exchanges, airstrikes, and threats to global energy infrastructure continue to heighten international concern. The confrontation began on 28 February 2026,…
In a decisive legislative move, Mexico’s Congress has formally approved a sweeping package of tariff increases targeting imports from countries lacking free trade agreements with the nation. The measure, which was finalized by the Senate on Wednesday evening, imposes duties of up to 50% on more than 1,400 distinct product categories. The legislation had already cleared the lower chamber earlier…
Machado’s Escape and Arrival in Norway Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado reached Oslo under extraordinary circumstances to receive her Nobel Peace Prize, marking a dramatic moment in the country’s ongoing political crisis. After more than a year in hiding following Venezuela’s disputed election, she traveled by sea and air using covert routes, aided by individuals who, she said, “risked…
Australia has begun enforcing a world-first ban on social media accounts for children under 16, marking a major shift in how governments regulate online platforms. From 10 December 2025, social media companies must prevent Australian children younger than 16 from holding accounts on specified services or face penalties of up to A$49.5 million for systemic breaches. The restrictions stem from…
Ukraine’s Outreach to the Vatican Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Pope Leo XIV in Rome as part of a diplomatic push focused on securing broader support against Russia’s invasion. Kyiv described the encounter as meaningful for morale and international visibility. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the Vatican’s attention to Ukraine and invited the pontiff to visit the country, calling such a…
A powerful 7.6-magnitude undersea earthquake struck off northern Japan on Monday, shaking communities on both sides of the Tsugaru Strait and triggering a tsunami along parts of the Pacific coast. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said the quake occurred just east of Aomori Prefecture, at the northern tip of Japan’s main island of Honshu, and just south of Hokkaido, a…
India is deepening its energy partnership with Russia even as Washington seeks to deter New Delhi from relying on Russian fuel. During a joint appearance with India’s prime minister, Russia’s president emphasized Moscow’s readiness to provide “uninterrupted shipments” of oil and other energy supplies. It was a strong message at a time when energy trade sits at the heart of…
