A surprise trade announcement from Washington has ignited a political storm in New Delhi. While the Modi government welcomes proposed U.S. tariff reductions, opposition lawmakers and analysts are demanding clarity on potential concessions, particularly for India's vast agricultural sector.
The reopening of Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt, a key provision of the fragile ceasefire, has been mired by logistical delays and stringent security vetting. While hundreds of desperate Palestinians queue on both sides, the initial flow of medical evacuees and returnees falls drastically short of promised numbers, offering little respite for the territory's overwhelming humanitarian crisis.
With the New START treaty set to expire, a senior Russian diplomat states Moscow is prepared for a world without bilateral nuclear arms limits, raising global concerns over a potential new arms race and the erosion of decades of strategic stability.
In a major overnight assault, Russia launched approximately 450 drones and 70 missiles against Ukrainian infrastructure, wounding civilians and crippling power supplies amid a deep freeze, just one day before scheduled peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi.
After a historic rally, gold and silver prices experienced a sharp correction, leaving investors questioning the drivers behind the volatility. Analysts point to shifting political winds, systemic economic anxieties, and technical market dynamics.
AppLovin faces investor scrutiny following money-laundering accusations from short sellers, while Google's new AI model Genie 3 signals potential disruption for the gaming and adtech sectors where AppLovin operates.
A proposed settlement has been reached between creditors of the failed FTX exchange and law firm Fenwick & West, which was accused of designing structures that enabled the platform's massive fraud. The deal, pending court approval, marks a significant development in the sprawling litigation following the crypto giant's collapse.
A senior UAE adviser has called for a renewed nuclear deal between Washington and Tehran, stressing the Middle East cannot afford another major confrontation. The appeal comes as both nations prepare for high-stakes talks in Turkey amid a significant U.S. naval buildup in the region.
Former President Donald Trump stated he was unaware of a major investment by an Abu Dhabi royal into World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform he co-founded. The deal, struck just before his inauguration, has reignited debates over foreign influence and the blurring lines between presidential family business and public office.
Norway's revered monarchy is navigating unprecedented turbulence this week, with the Crown Prince's stepson standing trial on serious assault charges while newly released court documents reveal intimate email exchanges between Crown Princess Mette-Marit and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
As Japan and the U.S. coordinate to stabilize the yen, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's impromptu praise for a weak currency has sent officials scrambling to contain the fallout and protect fragile market confidence ahead of a snap election.
A year after Vietnam and the United States elevated bilateral ties to a 'comprehensive strategic partnership,' a leaked internal military assessment reveals Hanoi was simultaneously preparing for a potential American 'war of aggression.' The document, analyzed by rights group The 88 Project, underscores Vietnam's profound anxiety over U.S.-backed 'color revolutions' and the complex balancing act in its foreign policy.
The Trump administration sees Venezuela's revitalized oil sector as a tool to undercut Russian energy revenues and pressure India to pivot away from Moscow. But crumbling infrastructure, geopolitical risks, and entrenched trade relationships pose significant challenges to this strategic calculus.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has extended an olive branch to Washington, proposing renewed negotiations under what he terms "fair and equitable" conditions, signaling a potential shift in tone while core disputes remain unresolved.
In a significant policy pivot, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has directed his foreign minister to pursue negotiations with the United States, a move seen as receiving crucial backing from Supreme Leader Khamenei amidst ongoing regional tensions and domestic unrest.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche faced intense scrutiny on Fox News over the Justice Department's release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, defending the process while stating that merely socializing with the late financier was not illegal—a comment that has drawn sharp criticism.
Russian forces launched a wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and second city Kharkiv early Tuesday, targeting energy infrastructure and residential areas amid sub-zero temperatures, officials said.
The U.S. decision to slash tariffs on Indian goods has been met with cautious optimism by Indian industry, though analysts urge restraint until the full scope of the agreement is clarified.
A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is set to stand trial on Tuesday, facing a litany of charges including rape, domestic violence, and drug possession. The case marks a profound crisis for the modern Norwegian monarchy, unfolding against a backdrop of other royal controversies and health concerns.
