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Donald Trump meets Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir in the Oval Office.
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Trump’s War, Munir’s Promises and the Bill America Paid

The midterm verdict exposed the costs of Trump’s Iran war—and the political wager he made on Pakistan’s military chief.

By Francesca Marino · 9 min read · 3d ago
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Pakistan’s Latest Proxy War On Afghanistan Risks Destabilizing Central Asia

Andrew Korybko argues that reported Pakistani support for armed anti-government groups in Afghanistan could destabilise Central Asia and affect Russia’s interests.

Andrew Korybko · 17d ago
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Americas

Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Clash in Final Debate Before Brazil Runoff

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A LITAVR interceptor drone, described by the Wikimedia Commons uploader as a Ukrainian design.
Opinion

Trump Is Turning Ukraine Into a Scapegoat for Iran

Theo A. Mullis
A masked militant raises a finger in front of a black jihadist flag.
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Assessing The Veracity Of Pakistani Media’s Claim That Afghanistan Is Plotting An ISIS-K Psy-Op

Andrew Korybko
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Europe

Oleshky Ceasefire Plan Faces Conflicting Start Dates as Aid Preparations Begin

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Illustration showing Pakistan’s flag and the Taliban flag separated by a jagged fracture.
Analysis

Pakistan’s Latest Proxy War On Afghanistan Risks Destabilizing Central Asia

Andrew Korybko
Pakistan’s Parliament House in Islamabad, seen from outside its perimeter fence.
PoliticsFeature

The Bhuttos, the Sharifs and the Slow Erosion of Pakistan’s Democracy

Arun Anand
People walk past the closed gates at a Pakistan–Iran border crossing, with an Iranian flag flying beyond.
World

Pakistan’s troubled Border and the Limits of Playing Both Sides

Francesca Marino
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Africa

Kenya Confirms Second Death in Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak

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White flag of Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate flying outside the Afghan Embassy in Moscow beneath a blue sky.
AnalysisFeature

Pakistan’s Implied Position Towards Russian-Afghan Relations Is Illogical

Andrew Korybko argues that Moscow and Islamabad interpret the Taliban’s role in regional security in sharply different ways, with the dispute carrying implications for Central Asia.

Andrew Korybko · 5d ago
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A group of displaced people using tents provided by UNHCR in Afghanistan in 2008.
Climate

Nearly 90 Million Displaced People Live in Countries Facing Severe Climate Risks

UNHCR says climate hazards compound the pressures on displaced communities and on people returning home, while only a small share of climate finance reaches fragile and conflict-affected countries.

Newsroom · 3d ago
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Guterres calls COP31 a “moment of truth” as climate talks prepare to open

The UN chief says governments must move beyond shifting responsibility as Antalya prepares to host COP31 from 9–20 November. He also acknowledged the challenge of the 1.5°C threshold.

Newsroom · 2d ago
Haze and air pollution reduce visibility across Delhi’s skyline.
Asia

Delhi’s air pollution worsens ahead of Diwali as separate indices show severe readings

IQAir ranked Delhi first among major cities on its live list Saturday morning, while India’s official index also placed the capital in its “very poor” category. The scales are not directly comparable.

Newsroom · 2d ago
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Europe

Bomb threats spread from European flights to broadcasters

Officials reported a fresh series of threats against aircraft and media organisations. RTÉ evacuated its Dublin headquarters; Sky remained on air. Authorities have not publicly attributed the threats to a state or group.

Newsroom · 2d ago
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Americas

Paraguay’s new president inherits Ueno crisis after Peña’s removal

Pedro Alliana was sworn in after the Senate removed Santiago Peña. The former president was placed under house arrest as investigators examine allegations connected to Ueno Bank’s collapse; Peña denies wrongdoing.

Newsroom · 2d ago
Aerial view across Kyiv’s rooftops and city centre.
Europe

Kyiv missile attack injures five as energy damage clouds new peace talks

Russian missiles struck Kyiv overnight, damaging homes and energy facilities and disrupting power and water, Ukrainian officials said ahead of planned US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi.

Newsroom · 2d ago
Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, photographed from the Space Shuttle.
Middle East

Iran reports missile strikes on Qeshm as Qatar says mediation remains active

Iranian media reported projectiles hitting Qeshm Island, but damage and attribution were not officially confirmed. The reports came amid separate US strikes and renewed diplomatic efforts.

Newsroom · 2d ago
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Russian War Fatigue and the Limits of Manufactured Consent

A question at King’s College London opened a debate about propaganda, national identity and the danger of mistaking public compliance for private belief.

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Guterres calls COP31 a “moment of truth” as climate talks prepare to open

The UN chief says governments must move beyond shifting responsibility as Antalya prepares to host COP31 from 9–20 November. He also acknowledged the challenge of the 1.5°C threshold.

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Delhi’s air pollution worsens ahead of Diwali as separate indices show severe readings

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Delhi’s air pollution worsens ahead of Diwali as separate indices show severe readings

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Bomb threats spread from European flights to broadcasters

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Paraguay’s new president inherits Ueno crisis after Peña’s removal

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Kyiv missile attack injures five as energy damage clouds new peace talks

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Iran reports missile strikes on Qeshm as Qatar says mediation remains active

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