India faces mounting U.S. pressure under Donald Trump to abandon Russian oil and weapons, and instead align firmly with Washington. While Joe Biden sought to pull New Delhi closer to the West without forcing a break with Moscow, Trump offers F-35 jets and U.S. oil in exchange for cutting ties with Russia. The decision pits Modi’s strategic balancing act between great powers against Trump’s demand for clear allegiance.India faces mounting U.S. pressure under Donald Trump to ab

In August 2021, the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, leaving a power vacuum quickly filled by the Taliban. While the West turned away, Russia and China opted for diplomacy. This July, Moscow officially recognized the Taliban government, a former enemy once labeled terrorist. The move marks a major geopolitical shift, as Russia seeks influence in Central Asia and challenges Western dominance—betting on stability through cooperation, not war.

Ukraine’s new Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko faces the dual challenge of reforming the war-torn economy while maintaining the political direction set by President Zelensky. As a trusted ally and seasoned economic strategist, she is expected to deepen cooperation with Western allies, boost domestic arms production, and reduce reliance on foreign military aid—all while preparing the country for both prolonged conflict and eventual peace.

The war in Ukraine has reached a prolonged stalemate with no major offensives but continued heavy fighting. While Trump and Putin negotiate, both sides are trying to gain leverage. Russia pushes in the east, aiming for key territories like Pokrovsk and Sumy, while Ukraine counters with innovation and growing domestic arms production. With U.S. aid uncertain and Europe stepping up, both sides seek stronger positions ahead of a possible ceasefire.

At the NATO summit in The Hague, Donald Trump celebrated a major shift in Western defense policy: European nations committed to spending at least 5% of their GDP on defense by 2035. This marks a historic change in the transatlantic alliance, with the U.S. preparing to pivot toward the Pacific and China. Despite resistance from some members, Trump claimed victory, emphasizing shared burdens and redefining NATO's future.

Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist backed by AOC, is shaking up New York’s mayoral race—challenging party orthodoxy, calling for rent freezes, taxing the wealthy, and rethinking U.S. policy on Israel. His bold platform has drawn fierce opposition from political elites and billionaires alike, yet energized a new generation of voters. If elected, Mamdani could redefine the future of American urban politics.

Meloni & Trump unite to reshape right-wing politics, blending nationalism and populism to counter progressive movements. Implications for EU-US relations and global conservatism?

Russia and Iran ink a strategic pact, deepening ties as both navigate high-stakes negotiations with Washington and the West.

Trump and Erdoğan reshape the Middle East through Syria, testing their alliance and redefining regional power dynamics.

As Trump threatens military action, Iran nears nuclear threshold. Will strikes come first—or will Tehran succeed in building the bomb?

Trump targets Yemen's Houthis in Netanyahu-backed proxy strike against Iran, escalating Middle East tensions with civilian deaths.

Trump-Putin talks on Ukraine: 30-day energy grid truce. Zelenskyy excluded, Kyiv refuses concessions. War ongoing. #Ukraine #Trump #Putin

Trump’s fiery Congress address ignites division, targets Dems, fuels ideological wars, strains global alliances. #Trump2024 #USPolitics

Putin seeks more than Ukrainian land from Trump: sanctions relief, economic gains, and Western division could be the real prize.

Latin American nations push back against Trump, turning to China for trade, tech, and support as global power dynamics shift.

Ukraine faces uncertainty as the U.S. shifts policy, Europe hesitates, and Trump signals a deal with Russia. Zelensky’s position weakens.

Can Europe stand up to Trump? Dependency, divisions, and challenges loom as the continent faces a new era of U.S. pressure and uncertainty.

Trump's return focuses on Iran: sanctions, threats, talks, and Middle East tensions amid Netanyahu's push for stronger US-Israel ties.

Trump's Gaza relocation plan exposes Netanyahu's policies, revealing why peace remains elusive for Palestinians. #Gaza #MiddleEastPeace

Trump’s executive orders outline his policy vision but reveal its limits. Bold moves spark legal battles and global uncertainty.