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Why can’t every country get along with each other? It comes down to resources, inequality and perception
Why can’t every country get along with each other? It comes down to resources, inequality and perception Scarcity leads to hard choices: Countries compete for limited resources like food, oil, water, and land, forcing them to prioritize their needs. Uneven distribution means relying on others: Nations have different levels of power and capabilities, which shapes […]
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Bangladesh’s accession to the UN Water Convention has a ripple effect that could cause problems with India
Bangladesh’s accession to the UN Water Convention has a ripple effect that could cause problems with India Bangladesh’s accession to the UN Water Convention has raised concerns that it could heighten tensions with India, particularly over shared water resources. The convention aims to promote cooperation and sustainable management of shared water resources, but Bangladesh’s decision […]
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Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza
Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza President Donald Trump’s ability to counter Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “spoiler” tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza, which was declared on October 14, 2025. Netanyahu employed “public spoiling” […]
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What both sides of America’s polarized divide share: Deep anxieties about the meaning of life and existence itself
What both sides of America’s polarized divide share: Deep anxieties about the meaning of life and existence itself Existential anxiety is a common fear shared by both sides of America’s polarized divide, rooted in deep anxieties about the meaning of life and existence itself. Research suggests that existential anxiety is associated with indicators of poor […]
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When it comes to Ukraine peace negotiations, it’s all over the map
When it comes to Ukraine peace negotiations, it’s all over the map Donald Trump reportedly “tossed aside” Ukrainian delegation maps during his meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, indicating a significant misalignment in their understanding of the conflict’s territorial dynamics. The use of maps in peace negotiations is crucial, as they can […]
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Venezuela and US edge toward war footing − but domestic concerns, international risks may hold Washington back
Venezuela and US edge toward war footing − but domestic concerns, international risks may hold Washington back Venezuela and the US are edging towards war footing, but domestic concerns and international risks may hold back Washington’s actions. The US has positioned warships, an attack submarine, and aircraft in the Caribbean, destroyed suspected “go-fast” drug boats, […]
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Hamas has run out of options – survival now rests on accepting Trump’s plan and political reform
Hamas has run out of options – survival now rests on accepting Trump’s plan and political reform Hamas has accepted some aspects of President Donald Trump’s peace plan, including handing over administration of the Gaza Strip to a body of independent Palestinian technocrats and releasing all remaining Israeli hostages. Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, […]
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UK, France and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings – but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen
UK, France and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings – but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen Western nations such as UK, France, Canada, and Australia have recognized Palestine as a state ahead of UN meetings, marking a significant diplomatic win for the Palestinian cause. The recognition comes despite Israel’s opposition […]
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Trump’s dip into the Nile waters dispute didn’t settle the conflict – in fact, it may have caused more ripples
Trump’s dip into the Nile waters dispute didn’t settle the conflict – in fact, it may have caused more ripples President Donald Trump’s involvement in the Nile River waters dispute did not lead to a resolution, but rather may have caused more ripples in the conflict between Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia. The dispute centers on […]
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Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover
Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover The Israeli airstrike on Doha on September 9, 2025, represents a major escalation in the region and may irreparably damage Israel’s relations with Gulf Arab states. The strike, which killed six people but failed to kill any senior Hamas […]
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