Stretching across Pakistan’s southwestern frontier, Balochistan is the country’s largest province by land area, yet it remains its least developed. Rich in natural resources and strategically located near key international trade routes, the region has also been the site of Pakistan’s longest-running internal conflict. Despite repeated military operations and political initiatives, peace has remained difficult … Read more
Introduction Bangladesh is preparing for a landmark general election on February 12, 2026, marking the first national polls since the dramatic overthrow of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during the 2024 student-led uprising. The vote is expected to reshape Bangladesh’s foreign policy and redefine its relationships with three powerful neighbours: India, China, and Pakistan. Currently … Read more
Introduction: A Shift in Britain’s Immigration Debate UK immigration politicians of colour: In recent years, some of the strongest voices advocating for stricter immigration policies in the United Kingdom have come from politicians of ethnic minority backgrounds. From former Home Secretary Sajid Javid to current Labour Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, politicians of colour have increasingly … Read more
Discontent with TikTok’s recent ownership changes has fueled the rapid rise of a new social media platform called UpScrolled, which promises transparency, user control, and freedom of expression. Created by Palestinian-Jordanian-Australian developer Issam Hijazi, the app has quickly climbed download charts in several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. Many former … Read more
By International Affairs Desk | Updated Report Russia-Ukraine war key events day 1435: The conflict between Russia and Ukraine entered its 1,435th day with renewed attacks, civilian casualties, and diplomatic statements shaping the course of the war. Fighting intensified across multiple regions, while European leaders emphasized urgent defense readiness and continued military assistance for Kyiv. … Read more
Oxfam refuses to share Palestinian staff details: The UK-based humanitarian organisation Oxfam has refused to provide Israel with personal information about its Palestinian employees working in Gaza, citing serious safety risks and violations of humanitarian principles. Oxfam said sharing sensitive staff details with a party involved in the conflict could endanger lives, especially as hundreds … Read more
Spain regularises undocumented migrants: While many Western nations are tightening immigration rules, Spain has taken a sharply different path. The Spanish government has announced plans to grant legal status to nearly 500,000 undocumented migrants, highlighting what it calls the positive economic and social impact of migration. This move places Spain at odds with stricter approaches … Read more
Recent events in Minneapolis, Minnesota, have reignited nationwide debates over the limits of federal immigration enforcement. The fatal shooting of US citizen Alex Pretti, 37, by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents during a demonstration against immigration crackdowns has sparked outrage, protests, and questions about Americans’ constitutional protections. Videos circulating on social media show confrontations … Read more
US Envoys Hold Talks With Netanyahu US envoys meet Netanyahu Gaza: United States envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday in what has been described as a “constructive” discussion. According to Witkoff, the meeting focused on the progress and implementation of Phase 2 of President Trump’s 20-Point … Read more
TikTok has agreed to a landmark restructuring deal that reshapes who controls its US operations, ending years of legal uncertainty and political pressure over data privacy and national security concerns. The popular short-video app, used by more than 200 million Americans and 7.5 million US businesses, will now operate through a newly created independent entity … Read more