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Wall Street’s True Driver: Not Trump, Not Talk — Just Earnings

Wall Street doesn’t follow Trump or political talk. It follows earnings. When expected profits drop, the market falls. When growth returns, it recovers. It’s not about noise — it’s about numbers.

Year Zero’s Legacy: Confronting the Horrors of Tuol Sleng

A wrong sign pointed to a right place—Tuol Sleng. Once a school, now a museum of pain. Beneath jacarandas, Cambodia's darkest chapter quietly demands to be remembered.

ICC Arrest of Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte: Political Tensions Rise at Home as Dynasties Clash

Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest by ICC ignites tensions in Philippine politics. With Marcos-Duterte feud at its peak, civil unrest looms as power struggles overshadow pressing national issues.

Cuba’s Unyielding Struggle: A Journey Through History, Ideology, and Economic Collapse

Cuba once ranked as the world’s 29th largest economy, richer than Spain and Japan. Its sugar empire fueled prosperity—until volatility, U.S. influence, and revolution reshaped its destiny. A story of rise, fall, and resilience.

The Trump Era and Global Politics: A Conversation with Dr. Chandra Muzaffar

Dr. Chandra Muzaffar, Malaysia's leading intellectual, shares insights on global justice, the rise of right-wing politics, and the future of world order in an exclusive interview with Mujeeb Rahman Kinalur.

President Trump and the Mistaken Roots of South Korea’s Crisis

One important and interesting article, written by Robert E. Kelly and Jaekwon Suh, appeared in Foreign Affairs on February 12, 2025. It was great...

Beyond First-Past-The-Post: Can Proportional Representation Transform Bangladesh’s Electoral Landscape?

There are several discussions concerning the upcoming elections, with various individuals and groups voicing differing views. Even though proportional representation (PR) has been discussed...

The Impact of Epistemological Insecurity on Democratic Participation in Pakistan

Epistemological insecurity, a condition denoting the widespread uncertainty regarding the construction of objective social truth, has profoundly influenced democratic participation in Pakistan. Misinformation, deliberate...

The Trump 2.0 Presidential Speech: Populist Rhetoric Meets Pragmatic Strategy

The fanfare return of Donald Trump as the 47th President to office on January 20, came with a new American strategy for the globe....

Breaking the Political Deadlock: Pakistan’s Crisis of Negotiation and the PTI’s Withdrawal

A worsening political crisis is hitting Pakistan that is increasingly polarized, institutions are brittle, and the ruling coalition and opposition have stalled, leaving the...

Ethnic Tensions in Iran: Tractor as a Platform for Azerbaijani Turks

Iran, a country with remarkable ethnic and cultural diversity, is home to Persians, Azerbaijani Turks, Kurds, Arabs, Baluchs, and other groups. While this diversity...

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Bomb First, Justify Later: Iran’s Strategic Dilemma Under Israeli Hegemony

Israel’s June 13 blitz on Iran wasn’t self-defense—it was a ruthless display of unchecked power. Civilians, scientists, sovereignty—all burned. With U.S. cover and global silence, Israel now bombs with impunity. Who’s the real threat?

When Israel Bombs and Trump Tweets: Are We Eyewitnesses to a New Kind of Warfare?

Israel’s strike on Iran brazenly defies international law. Without UN approval or evidence of imminent threat, it likely violates Article 2(4) of the UN Charter—normalizing illegal aggression under the guise of self-defense.

From Diplomacy to Destruction: Israel, Iran, and the Crisis of Global Order

Israel's deep strikes in Iran mark a shift—from dialogue to dominance. As diplomacy collapses and double standards prevail, the global order teeters on the edge of irreversible crisis.

Iran-Russia 20-Year Strategic Cooperation Agreement: Key Takeaways

Iran and Russia have ratified a 20-year strategic pact covering trade, energy, and security. Quietly, it signals a challenge to Western influence and a blueprint for a multipolar world order.

China’s BRI, Kazakhstan, and KIMEP University: The Second Central Asia-China Summit

Trump’s America First weakened U.S. global leadership. China expanded its influence through the BRI and education initiatives. But despite economic gains, it still struggles to improve its image and build real soft power.