US Considering Purchasing Chagos Islands, Telegraph Reports
U.S. officials have drawn up a proposal to bypass the U.K. and make their own deal to take control of Diego Garcia, the report said
World Affairs
tippinsights and the TIPP poll regularly gauge foreign policies coming out from Washington D.C.
Why Are Kenyans Protesting A US-Funded Ebola Facility
The proposal has become a flashpoint in a broader debate over the nature of Washington’s engagement with Africa under President Donald Trump
Pakistan Says Iran War Diplomacy Nears Breakthrough
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said ongoing efforts to secure a peaceful settlement were nearing a critical stage and warned that renewed fighting could jeopardize progress
China And North Korea Vow Stronger Strategic Ties
Xi told Kim that China’s commitment to its longstanding partnership with North Korea would not change regardless of shifts in the international environment.
Pope Leo Calls War A Failure Of Diplomacy Amid Israel-Iran Escalation
He stressed that peace requires diplomatic courage, ethical responsibility and a commitment to dialogue.
Analysts Warn Oil Prices May Rise Despite China’s Demand Slowdown
China cut crude imports from 11.7 million barrels per day in February to less than 9 million barrels per day by late May
Iran Needs Escalation To Avoid The Ceasefire Trap
The US is insisting on a ceasefire while trying to erode Iran’s leverage with economic strangulation.
Iran Ends Offensive But Warns Of New Escalation Risks
Iran believes Israel would not undertake major regional operations without prior coordination and cooperation with Washington
Trump Urges Immediate End To Fighting Between Israel And Iran
He also stated that a U.S. blockade would remain in place until a final deal is reached
IATA Warns Jet Fuel Spike Could Slash Airline Earnings
IATA Director General Willie Walsh said the conflict involving the United States and Iran has pushed oil and jet fuel prices sharply higher
Iran-Israel Conflict Sparks Sharp Rise In Global Oil Markets
Brent crude rose more than 4% to around $97 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained over 4% to trade above $94 per barrel.
Why Is Xi Jinping Visiting North Korea After Seven Years
The trip highlights Beijing’s effort to reaffirm its influence over North Korea, despite Pyongyang’s increasingly close military and political ties with Russia
The Home Front
Xi staged a year of pressure on Japan for an audience at home, and lost the one abroad
The Boxed-In Giant
On the map that decides a war over Taiwan, China is the trapped one, and Xi tightened the trap himself
CDC Warns Central Africa Ebola Outbreak Could Exceed 20,000 Cases
Simulations suggest that if only a small share of infected people isolate, total cases could surpass 20,000.
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise After U.S. Intercepts Iranian Drones
The developments come amid heightened regional instability following recent military exchanges involving Iran and U.S. forces.