Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has claimed that her recent removal from office was orchestrated by the US to gain control over the strategically important St. Martin Island in the Bay of Bengal. In a dramatic letter, Hasina alleged that she was pressured to surrender the island to American
The forced ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power by street agitators earlier this week has many dimensions, internal and external, all of which will be problematic in the near to medium term for Bangladesh itself, for India, and the entire region. Bangladesh politics has been tumultuous, with Sheikh Hasina’s
Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has sharply criticized the AUKUS pact, a military alliance between Australia, the UK, and the US, arguing that it compromises Australia’s sovereignty and makes it a target for China. Keating claims that the increased US military presence under AUKUS effectively turns Australia into a
US arms exports have surged dramatically, with sales expected to exceed $100 billion by the end of 2024. In just a few years, the value of these exports has soared from $49.7 billion in 2022 to over $80 billion this year alone. Major deals include advanced weaponry for countries like
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has just announced a 10-day ban on X (formerly Twitter) following a fiery clash with tech mogul Elon Musk. The feud erupted after Musk accused Maduro of election fraud and called him a dictator, sparking a dramatic response from the Venezuelan leader. Maduro claims Musk is
Niger and Mali have shocked the world by cutting diplomatic ties with Ukraine, accusing it of supporting terrorist groups responsible for deadly attacks in their regions. This dramatic move comes amid rising tensions, with both African nations, now led by military governments, turning away from Western alliances and seeking help
Hamas is pushing for the release of Marwan Barghouti, a powerful Fatah leader serving multiple life sentences in Israel, as part of a potential ceasefire and hostage exchange deal. This surprising demand has reportedly been accepted by mediators, including the U.S., as they work to finalize an agreement that could
In a fierce battle along Russia’s border in the Kursk region, Ukrainian forces have suffered heavy losses, with 660 soldiers and 82 armored vehicles destroyed in just three days. Russian troops, alongside border guards, have successfully stopped Ukrainian advances, but the situation remains tense. As the fighting intensifies, experts believe
The UK is planning to build a radar station in Wales as part of the AUKUS alliance with the US and Australia to monitor space activities, particularly from Russia and China. The station, located at Cawdor Barracks in Pembrokeshire, aims to protect vital satellite communications and navigation systems. This move
