Geopolitics
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Zelensky: Egypt to Reject Russian Grain, Boost Ukrainian Imports
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Egypt’s decision to stop accepting grain exported by Russia from occupied Ukrainian territories.
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Trump Escalates Threats to Iran Amid Refinery Attacks
As Iran targets Gulf refineries, President Trump issues stark warnings, vowing to attack Iranian bridges and power plants if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.
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Starmer Links Iran Conflict to UK Cost of Living Crisis
Prime Minister Keir Starmer connects the Iran conflict to domestic economic struggles, marking a strategic shift in the UK’s foreign policy narrative.
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Putin Issues Ultimatum to Armenia on EU Ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly warned Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan against closer ties with the European Union, linking the issue to gas supplies.
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Lukashenko Declares End of Peacetime After Military Review
Belarusian President Lukashenko announced a shift to constant military readiness after a surprise inspection of the nation’s Armed Forces.
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Daily Maverick: From Global Geopolitics to Local Resilience
Daily Maverick expands its focus, tackling global conflicts and local socio-economic issues, from labor ethics to community-driven revitalization.
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China, Pakistan Propose 5-Point Peace Plan for Middle East
Beijing and Islamabad have jointly presented a five-point initiative aimed at restoring peace and stability in the Persian Gulf and the broader Middle East region.
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Iran Declares Major Western Tech Firms ‘Legitimate Targets’ for Bombing
Iran has declared Palantir, Oracle, and other Western companies as ‘legitimate targets,’ escalating tensions amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war.
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Ukraine eyes global drone exports amid Middle East conflict
Ukraine is leveraging its advanced drone interception expertise, honed in conflict with Russia, to explore export opportunities in the Middle East, seeking to capitalize on regional vulnerabilities to drone attacks.
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Lebanese Minister Speaks to Euronews Amid Gaza Crisis
Lebanon’s Justice Minister discusses the escalating crisis with Euronews as Israeli strikes result in over 1,200 deaths.
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Trump Threatens Iran with ‘Obliteration’ Over Hormuz Strait
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, vowing to “obliterate” key infrastructure if the Hormuz Strait is not kept open for commerce.
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Trump Threatens Iran: ‘Obliterate’ Facilities if Strait Blocked
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to “obliterate” key infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not kept open for business.
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Iran War Escalates: Houthis Join, Global Shipping and US Farmers Hit
The Iran war intensifies as Houthi rebels join the conflict, disrupting global shipping and impacting California farmers with soaring costs. Regional powers convene as U.S. troops deploy.
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Corporate ‘Coup’ and West African Stability: March 28 Updates
Global markets and West African security face distinct pressures today as a surprise corporate takeover at Paramount and governmental reassurances in Benin dominate headlines.
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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia Sign Defense Pact Amid Iran Conflict
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a defense cooperation agreement, leveraging Kyiv’s combat experience against drone attacks to bolster Riyadh’s defenses amid ongoing Iranian aerial threats.