International relations

In an era marked by unprecedented interconnectedness and rapid change, conflict resolution in the 21st century has become more essential and challenging than ever before. Today’s world grapples with a variety of conflicts, from territorial skirmishes to deeply rooted ideological divisions, necessitating innovative and dynamic approaches to foster lasting peace. As traditional methods evolve, new strategies are emerging to tackle …

The Trump administration is considering imposing entry restrictions on Pakistan and 25 other countries if they fail to address U.S. security concerns within 60 days, according to a memo reviewed by Reuters. The proposal categorizes 41 countries into three groups. The first group, including Afghanistan, Iran, and North Korea, may face a complete visa ban. The second group, including Eritrea …

Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached a breakthrough in resolving the Torkham border dispute, agreeing on a permanent ceasefire and reopening the border for all movement. However, the Afghan delegation requested time until the evening to halt controversial construction on their side. A joint jirga made significant progress, with both sides agreeing to temporarily stop the disputed construction while the Afghan …

In June 2024, NASA astronauts Sunita “Suni” Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore embarked on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard Boeing’s Starliner capsule. Originally planned as an eight-day journey, their mission extended unexpectedly due to technical issues with the Starliner, resulting in a prolonged stay of over nine months in space. The Unexpected Extension Shortly after docking …

The Geopolitics of how Oil has Shaped the Global Relation Oil has served as a strong force in global relations for more than a century. The establishment of the United States as a superpower was triggered by the country’s move into the field of significant oil producers . Oil still continues to be a strong force in shaping global relations, …

Defense Concerns: Uncertainty Over AUKUS Submarine Deliveries The AUKUS pact, a trilateral security agreement between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, has been making waves in the global defense community since its announcement in 2021. A key aspect of this partnership is the collaborative development and delivery of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia. However, recent developments have raised concerns …

American influencer Samantha Strable, known online as Sam Jones, ignited controversy after posting a video of herself removing a baby wombat from its mother in Australia. The act led to severe public backlash, with accusations of endangering the animal for social media attention. Strable defended her actions, claiming she intended to help the animal and criticized Australians for their treatment …

The United States has imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, notably excluding Australia from exemptions. This decision has raised alarms regarding Australia’s pharmaceutical exports, valued at $1.1 billion. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticized the tariffs as unjustified and harmful, expressing concerns about potential impacts on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). There are fears that US pharmaceutical companies …

The contemporary Jaffar express train hijack incident has sent shockwaves across Pakistan that call attention the country’s continuing struggle with terrorism. On 11, March 2025, the Pakistani passenger train Jaffar express travelling from Quetta to Peshawar on board 400 passengers haa been hijacked, by Balochistan liberation Army (BLA). The hijacking occured when the train exacted to break off in a …

Political Violence in Bangladesh in February 2025 On February 6, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called upon supporters to stand against the interim government in a live virtual speech delivered from India, escalating political tensions. Ahead of her address, thousands of people, including Anti-Discrimination Student Movement leaders, who were at the forefront of the 2024 anti-government demonstrations, demolished the historic …