Ukraine Strikes St. Petersburg Oil Terminal as Putin’s ‘Russian Davos’ Opens

Drone Attack Targets Strategic Infrastructure Ahead of Key Economic Forum Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russia’s second-largest city, St. Petersburg, on Wednesday, striking an oil export terminal and military-related facilities just hours before the opening of President Vladimir Putin’s flagship economic forum, often referred to as Russia’s version of Davos. The attack sent […]

China Prepares to Welcome Russian Delegation as Beijing and Moscow Deepen Strategic Partnership

China is preparing to host a high-level Russian delegation in Beijing in what analysts describe as another major sign of the deepening strategic partnership between the two global powers amid rising geopolitical tensions with the West. The visit is expected to focus on economic cooperation, energy security, defense coordination and diplomatic alignment on key international […]

King Charles to Attend 9/11 Memorial Ceremony with New York Mayor Mamdani

Britain’s King Charles III is set to participate in a solemn 9/11 memorial ceremony in New York City alongside Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as part of a high-profile state visit to the United States aimed at reinforcing transatlantic ties. The visit, scheduled from April 27 to April 30, 2026, will see the monarch travel to Washington, […]

President Trump: Iran ‘Afraid’ to Admit It Wants a Deal Amid Ongoing Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Iran is reluctant to publicly acknowledge its willingness to negotiate a deal with the United States, despite what he described as ongoing behind-the-scenes talks. Speaking at a dinner with Republican lawmakers, Trump asserted that Iranian leaders are actively seeking an agreement but are hesitant to admit it publicly […]

With Iran War Exit Elusive, Trump Aides Compete to Shape Outcome of Escalating Conflict

As the war between the United States and Iran enters its third week, internal divisions within the administration of Donald Trump are intensifying, with senior advisers pushing competing strategies on how to end the conflict while protecting U.S. strategic and political interests. The war began on February 28, when U.S. forces, alongside Israel, launched airstrikes […]

Britain and China Signal Reset in Relations as Starmer Pushes ‘Sophisticated’ Engagement

Britain and China Signal Reset in Relations as Starmer Pushes ‘Sophisticated’ Engagement

Britain and China have signaled a reset in bilateral relations following talks between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with both leaders pledging deeper cooperation on trade, investment and technology. The meeting marks a notable step toward stabilising ties after years of diplomatic strain and reflects a shared desire to strengthen […]