Iran launches retaliatory attacks on bases in Kuwait and Bahrain following fresh US strikes
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Iran launches retaliatory attacks on bases in Kuwait and Bahrain following fresh US strikes

Though Iranian media denied any progress, Trump claimed talks with Iran are ongoing, expressing hope for a meeting with the new supreme leader at some point.

Abdul Rahman
June 5, 2026
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei
Iran United States

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran amid speculation of interim deal over Strait of Hormuz

Iran condemned the US threats of war and sanctions against Oman over its alleged cooperation with Iran, calling it yet another sign of the “moral bankruptcy” of the US government and its policy making.

Abdul Rahman
May 30, 2026
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India

“Politically motivated” raid at home of Keralam left leader sparks mass protests

The left and opposition parties have termed the raid part of the political vendetta unleashed by the ultra-right-wing government, led by Narendra Modi against the country’s opposition leaders and parties.

Abdul Rahman
May 29, 2026
Chinese FM at UN Security Council
China World

China calls for a revitalized UN amid rising global conflicts

The dangerous erosion of respect for international law among powerful nations and deepening geopolitical rifts between them has paralyzed the UN Security Council established to protect the rights and sovereignty of its members.

Abdul Rahman
May 28, 2026
US secretary of state Marco Rubio and Indian PM Narendra Modi (1)
India

Rubio’s visit intensifies debate on India’s foreign policy independence

Apart from dealing with issues related to bilateral concerns, such as energy trade, Rubio was in New Delhi to attend the Quad (an alliance of Australia, Japan, India, and US) foreign ministers’ meeting on Tuesday.

Abdul Rahman
May 27, 2026
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir
Iran United States

With peace deal nearly final, US launches fresh attacks on Iran

Iran hinted on Monday that progress has been made in the talks with the US on a 14-point proposal submitted by it last week, which may end the war and establish confidence-building measures.

Abdul Rahman
May 26, 2026
Mass mobilization in Havana
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China denounces US indictment of Raúl Castro as violation of Cuba’s sovereignty

Social and political movements in South Asia also reiterated their solidarity with the Cuban people amidst the prolonged energy blockade imposed by the US and its threats of military aggression.

Abdul Rahman
May 23, 2026
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Pakistan South Korea

South Korea and Pakistan condemn Israel’s abduction of flotilla activists

South Korea and several other countries expressed outrage over Israel’s attacks on the Global Sumud Flotilla earlier this week and alleged torture of the kidnapped participants in custody.

Abdul Rahman
May 21, 2026