International / World Current Affairs

Migrant Deaths At Record High in 2024

March 22, 2025

In 2024, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported a staggering 8,938 migrant deaths, marking the highest toll recorded in five consecutive years. This alarming trend marks the perilous journeys many undertake in search of safety or better opportunities. The ..

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Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance

March 18, 2025

The Five Eyes intelligence alliance is facing unprecedented challenges. Formed during World War II, it includes the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Recent shifts in US foreign policy under Donald Trump have disrupted long-held assumptions about ..

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Chagos Archipelago

March 13, 2025

The Chagos Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean, has been a focal point of territorial disputes between Mauritius and the United Kingdom. The islands were under British control for decades after Mauritius gained independence in 1968. Recent developments have seen ..

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US Proposes 30-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire

March 13, 2025

Ukraine recently expressed support for a 30-day ceasefire proposal put forth by the United States. This decision followed intensive discussions in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking shift in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The proposed ceasefire is intended to halt all ..

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Maritime Security Belt 2025 Drills

March 12, 2025

Recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated due to joint naval drills conducted by China, Iran, and Russia. These exercises, named the Maritime Security Belt 2025, took place in the Gulf of Oman, a strategic area near the ..

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Who are Alawites?

March 11, 2025

The Syrian conflict has escalated dramatically in recent years. Following the rise of a new government in December 2024, violence erupted, resulting in over 1,000 deaths in just two days. The new regime, which emerged after the ousting of long-time ..

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Trump Proposes New Iran Nuclear Deal Negotiations

March 10, 2025

In late 2024, US President Donald Trump expressed a willingness to renegotiate the Iran nuclear deal, previously abandoned during his first term. This shift comes amid changes in Iran’s political and economic landscape, as well as evolving dynamics in the ..

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Khalistan Movement

March 7, 2025

The Khalistan movement, advocating for a separate Sikh state, has gained traction among the Sikh diaspora, particularly in the UK. Recent protests in London highlight the ongoing tensions surrounding this movement. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar faced a security breach ..

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Ganga Water Treaty

March 6, 2025

The Ganga Water Treaty, signed in 1996, will expire in 2026. This upcoming meeting between India and Bangladesh is crucial for future water-sharing agreements. Bangladesh seeks a larger share of dry-season water, denoting severe shortages affecting agriculture. The backdrop includes ..

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Cairo Declaration

March 6, 2025

The Cairo Declaration emerged from an Emergency Summit of the Arab League held on March 4, 2025. This summit adopted a $53-billion plan for Gaza’s reconstruction, marking collective Arab response to the humanitarian crisis following the Israel-Hamas conflict. The plan ..

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