Israel’s airstrikes targeting Hamas leaders in the Qatari capital represent an escalation with far-reaching strategic consequences. The attack in Doha blindsided the U.S., exacerbated the rift between Israel and the Gulf Arab states and Turkey, and risks eroding regional confidence in U.S. security guarantees. In its aftermath, the Trump administration’s blueprint for a new regional […]
Targeting Hamas. Israel on Tuesday carried out an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar. The strike involved 15 fighter jets launching 10 munitions against...
Political fallout. Nepal’s prime minister and home minister resigned Tuesday following the deaths of 19 people in a crackdown on protests in the country’s...
Societies have tried to control resources as long as there have been resources to control. Whether precious metals, arable lands or hydrocarbon deposits, access...
Shortfall. The Russian budget could see a 1 trillion-ruble ($12 billion) shortfall in tax revenue, according to calculations by Russia’s Izvestia newspaper. The 2025...
Gaza update. The Israel Defense Forces currently control 40 percent of Gaza City, an IDF spokesperson said at a press conference on Israel’s operation...
Russian slowdown. The Russian economy fell into “technical stagnation” in the second quarter of this year and is experiencing a cooling period, Sberbank CEO...
China's military might. China showcased hypersonic missiles, anti-ship missiles and unmanned helicopters at a massive military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the...
