Pakistan strikes multiple targets in Afghanistan after claiming cross border aggression
Pakistan has long accused the Taliban rulers of Afghanistan of sheltering militants killing civilians in the country from across the border, launching a similar attack in October last year as well.
Thousands of refinery workers in India strike against 12-hour workday
Trade unions are already leading a national movement against four new labor codes introduced by the ultra-right-wing government in the country which, they claim, normalizes extended working hours and strips the right to unionize.
Socialist Party of Malaysia condemns Trump administration’s attacks on Cuba and Venezuela
The PSM condemned the ongoing US blockade of Cuba and threats of military force against Iran, calling unilateral sanctions a form of “collective punishment” prohibited by international law.
Modi’s visit to Israel and India’s shift away from anti-colonial foreign policy
Though India officially maintains its support for an independent Palestinian state, in the last decade it has been largely silent on Israel’s violations of UN resolutions and its genocide in Gaza.
Iran and US talks continue amid continued threats from Trump
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claimed the negotiations could lead to a much improved deal on the nuclear issue than the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), from which Trump unilaterally withdrew in 2018.
Indian farmers intensify opposition to trade deal with the US
A united front of farmers launched a nationwide movement demanding the removal of the minister who oversaw the finalization of the deal, calling him a liar and a traitor who surrendered the interests of millions.
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life for 2024 coup attempt
Millions of people had taken to the streets immediately after the declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024, forcing Yoon to withdraw the measure and the National Assembly to vote the measure as illegal.
Iran says nuclear weapons are an existential threat to humanity, calls for full disarmament
The second round of the current phase of US-Iran talks in Geneva on Iran’s nuclear program was described as constructive and fruitful by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.