Gaza Deception, Lies and Criminal Tactics: Israel Unmasked It is crucial to recognize the dangers of weaponizing false narratives during times of conflict. By amplifying baseless claims, Israeli propagandists aim to manipulate public opinion, both domestically and internationally
currency Japan's Recent Currency Troubles Explained With interest rates below zero, banks had to pay to park their excess reserves at the central bank. It aims to stimulate economic growth, encourage lending but negative interest rates can also diminish the attractiveness of the yen
war crimes israel Uncovering Israel's Past Organ Harvesting Practices The allegations made by the aforementioned Swedish newspaper were denied by Israel, and the Swedish government distanced itself from the article after its author admitted to lacking evidence.
geopolitics Featured ASEAN's Collective Response to the SCS Crisis and Thailand's Potential Canal Project The South China Sea crisis and Thailand's proposed Kra Canal project present ASEAN with a complex set of challenges and opportunities. ASEAN's ability to navigate these troubled waters will depend on its continued commitment to unity
China Accuses U.S. of Being a 'Security Risk Creator' in South China Sea The U.S. Navy stated that the USS Hopper was on a routine freedom of navigation operation asserting navigational rights but China disagrees saying US' incursion is a security risk
free speech Did Columbia University Breach Free Speech Rules? The recent suspension of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) at Columbia University, due to alleged policy violations during campus events, has ignited discussions on free speech
elite politics The Return of David Cameron by the Back Door? The fact that Cameron, as a former Prime Minister, holds a cabinet position reflects the rarity of such a move in British politics. The previous instance occurred in the 1970s when Prime Minister Harold Wilson appointed Edward Heath as Industry Secretary.
elite politics Unconventional Paths to Power: Is Javier Milei another US' "Volodymyr Zelensky"? Milei, previously known as a television pundit, emerged as a political outsider and campaigned against the establishment. His victory represents a significant shift towards the right for Argentina
Gaza Talks of a ceasefire in Gaza persists Hamas chief says truce deal is “approaching”; reports suggest possible three- to five-day pause in fighting as Qatari official says captive release talks at “critical and final stage”.
Macron takes a stand for a cease fire in Gaza One of the primary objectives of Macron's visit to Israel was to express France's resolute support and "complete solidarity" with Israel following the recent surge of violence triggered by the Hamas attack on October 7.
geopolitics Featured Navigating Troubled Waters: The Philippines, China, and Malaysia in the South China Sea Malaysia has adopted a more pragmatic approach to the South China Sea issue, seeking to maintain good relations with both China and its ASEAN partners.
Gaza Israeli Occupation Army's Confrontation at Al-Shifa Hospital: A Breach of Humanitarian Norms Storming hospitals and infringing upon humanitarian spaces only serves to worsen the suffering of innocent civilians on both sides.
Gaza Israel Missed Targets: A Social Media Disaster and PR Failures The repeated bombings and ongoing restrictions imposed on aid delivery have raised significant concerns about addressing the acute needs of the people of Gaza. The question is how is the world impotent in the face of Israeli massacres?
Gaza Israel's Targeting of Lebanese Journalists: A Grave Assault on Press Freedom Safeguarding press freedom is vital for the free flow of information and the functioning of democratic societies. When journalists are targeted, it not only hinders their ability to report but also deprives the public of access to accurate and independent information.
Gaza Featured HRW Exposes Grave Human Rights Violations in Israel-Palestine Conflict HRW emphasizes the need to end the use of civilians as human shields and underscores the importance of protecting all civilians in accordance with the laws of war
Gaza Impact of Countries Cutting Ties with Israel on Its Economy Bolivia, Chile, and Colombia have taken drastic diplomatic steps against Israel by recalling their ambassadors from Tel Aviv. Jordan also recalled its ambassador, while Turkey, Chad, and South Africa pulled their ambassadors out.
Gaza World Disappointed with OIC-Arab League Summit Failures The proposal put forth by Algeria and Lebanon to disrupt oil supplies to Israel and sever economic and diplomatic ties with the nation was rejected by most Arab League countries and the OIC
Why is Singapore Imposing a Ban on Carrying a Palestinian Flag? You can wonder if you can apply for a permit to wear a pro-Palestine scarf or t-shirt in Singapore, but violating the ban on public rallies regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict can result in penalties including hefty fines and even imprisonment.
Gaza EU Discord Persists Amid Escalating Gaza Crisis and Israeli Controversy The European Union (EU) has found itself divided in terms of supporting Palestine, with certain member states expressing a desire to continue providing aid, while others have announced the suspension of assistance
Gaza Tips on how to Impose Sanctions on Israel Countries may impose an arms embargo on Israel, effectively preventing the country from importing or exporting weapons. This restriction could impact Israel's military capabilities and influence its approach to conflict situations.
Muslim sentiments Gaza Conflict: Impact on U.S. Relations and Sentiments in Southeast Asia The historical context of U.S. military actions in the Middle East, notably in Afghanistan and Iraq, is highlighted as a source of lingering resentment in the region while the ultra-right opposition in Malaysia plays a divisive role
Gaza Featured World Divided on Israel-Palestine Conflict, Malaysia Can Be a Unifying Force One way that Malaysia can bring the two sides together for talks is to host a peace conference. Malaysia has a long history of hosting peace talks between warring factions
Gaza Israel’s Intelligence Failure: Ignored Warnings Lead to Hamas Attack The attack shattered the public's faith in its military and intelligence services, as they had failed to track what one of its main enemies was planning and had ignored multiple warnings that Hamas was preparing a major offensive.
GAZA: Why was the Pope So Silent on the Hospital Bombing? Additionally, the Pope's silence may also be influenced by considerations related to the media's coverage and potential backlash. Public statements on specific incidents, particularly in conflict zones...
GAZA: International Condemnation and Calls for Peace The killing of UNRWA staffers in the Israel-Palestine conflict has garnered widespread condemnation from the international community.