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The Hidden War for Yemen’s Islands

Middle East Nawaf Obaid - February 7, 2026.

For years, the war in Yemen has been portrayed as a struggle over cities, militias, and ceasefires. That framing misses the most consequential dimension of the...

The assassination attempt on a top intelligence officer – a cause of unrest among the military leadership

Russia Tomorrow's Affairs Staff - February 6, 2026.

The Kremlin immediately accused Ukraine of being behind the assassination attempt on the second-ranking official in the GRU military intelligence service, General Vladimir Alekseyev. "The assassination...

After Epstein fallout, Starmer faces hurdles and rivals as he battles to keep his job

UK TA | AP Insight - February 6, 2026.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a battle to stay in post after the fallout from his decision in 2024 to appoint veteran politician...

Trump’s Iran gamble - the easy way or the hard way

Middle East Ian Bremmer - February 6, 2026.

Although Iran is not in the Western Hemisphere, it may well be the next theater where US President Donald Trump tries to reshape reality with...

Can India resolve its middle-power dilemma?

India Ajay Shah - February 5, 2026.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has issued a battle cry in the global fight against deglobalization. In a historic speech at the World Economic Forum’s annual...

Layoffs at The Washington Post - a heavy blow to a legendary news brand

US TA | AP Insight - February 4, 2026.

The Washington Post laid off one-third of its staff Wednesday, eliminating its sports section, several foreign bureaus and its books coverage in a widespread purge...

Starmer’s latest popularity contest: defining moment or mid-term blip?

UK Harvey Morris - February 4, 2026.

A parliamentary by-election later this month is shaping up to be a defining moment in UK politics, with some pundits forecasting a potential two-horse race...

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