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Pakistan's Quiet Siege on Afghan Students
KEMU orders Afghan medical students to vacate hostels within 48 hours, part of Pakistan's deportation drive that has expelled over 1.5 million Afghans since 2023, now targeting higher education.
2026-07-21
Lebanon pilot zone plan masks Israeli hold
US-brokered Lebanon pilot zone plan lets Israel keep 20% of Lebanese territory while the Lebanese army is tasked with disarming Hezbollah, a task it cannot do.
2026-07-21
Burkina Faso Expels EU Diplomats, Seals Monit
Burkina Faso expels two EU diplomats, completing a 19-month campaign to remove all independent international monitors. Captain Ibrahim Traoré now rules with no elections, no parties, and no external scrutiny as jihadist attacks double.
2026-07-17
US Withdraws from South China Sea Talks
The US withdraws from South China Sea Code of Conduct talks, leaving ASEAN to negotiate with China, impacting regional dynamics.
2026-07-09
US Steps Back from South China Sea Talks
The US has stepped back from South China Sea Code of Conduct talks, allowing ASEAN and China to take the lead, altering regional security dynamics.
2026-07-09
US Steps Back from South China Sea Talks
The US has ceded control of the South China Sea Code of Conduct negotiations to ASEAN and China, impacting regional security and diplomacy.
2026-07-09
Somalia's Election Crisis Threatens AUSSOM
Somalia's electoral deadlock threatens the future of AUSSOM funding, with a crucial deadline looming on December 31, 2026.
2026-07-09
Russia's Sahel Strategy: A Coup Alliance
Russia's Lavrov secures alliances with Sahel juntas, establishing a new security order in Africa ahead of the October summit.
2026-07-09
Russia's Sahel Model Cracks: Bamako Under Sie
Mali's junta faces jihadist siege as Russia's influence wanes; disinformation campaigns target coastal West Africa democracies.
2026-07-09
Russia's Sahel Gambit Unravels Amid Jihadist
Russia's influence in the Sahel crumbles as jihadists encircle Bamako, revealing the limits of Moscow's military strategy in Africa.
2026-07-09
Russia's Military Commitment in the Sahel
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov's July 2026 pledge to Sahel juntas highlights Moscow's deepening military ties amid rising terrorism and geopolitical stakes.
2026-07-09
Russia's Eroding Influence in the Sahel
Russia's leverage in the Sahel is diminishing due to eroding assets and rising challenges, impacting its strategic interests.
2026-07-09
Russia's Commitment to Sahel Juntas Grows
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov pledges military support to Sahel juntas, but the reality on the ground shows a losing battle against JNIM insurgents.
2026-07-09
Lee's Mongolia Gambit: Denuclearization & REE
South Korea's Lee Jae Myung visits Mongolia to leverage its mineral wealth for denuclearization talks with North Korea, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
2026-07-09
Lebanon's Ultimatum: Pilot Zones or No Talks
Lebanon threatens to skip July 15 talks with Israel unless it withdraws from two pilot zones, seeking leverage for Gulf reconstruction aid.
2026-07-09
Lavrov's Moscow Summit: A Losing Bet
Russia's Lavrov invites Sahel juntas to Moscow summit, solidifying ties despite rising violence and instability in the region.
2026-07-09
Kim's Premier Visits Beijing: A New Era
Pak Thae Song's Beijing visit signals a new phase in China-North Korea relations, emphasizing strategic cooperation against US influence.
2026-07-09
De La Espriella's Ultimatum on ELN in Catatum
Colombia's president-elect Abelardo De La Espriella gives ELN and Frente 33 thirty days to surrender, marking a shift from Petro's peace strategy.
2026-07-09
De La Espriella's Cúcuta Ultimatum
Colombia's president-elect demands guerrilla commanders surrender in 30 days, signaling a shift from Petro's peace strategy and a focus on security.
2026-07-09
De la Espriella's Cúcuta Gambit Explained
Abelardo de la Espriella's border policy in Colombia aligns with US strategies for Venezuela, impacting regional security dynamics.
2026-07-09
Côte d'Ivoire's $80 Billion PND Bet
Côte d'Ivoire secures $80 billion in donor pledges for its National Development Plan, highlighting its role as a stabilizing force in West Africa amid Sahel turmoil.
2026-07-09
Colombia's Election: A Shift to Reversal
Miguel de la Espriella's victory in Colombia's presidential runoff marks a significant shift away from peace initiatives, raising concerns about future violence and US alignment.
2026-07-09
China's SLBM Test and Indo-Pacific Security
China's July 6 SLBM test over the Philippines signals a strategic shift in Indo-Pacific security, reinforcing Manila's alignment with U.S.-Japan.
2026-07-09
China's SLBM Overflew the Philippines
China's SLBM test over the Philippines on July 6, 2026, boosts Manila's push for missile transparency and strengthens regional security alliances.
2026-07-09