Author: Barry

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened a series of high-level meetings this week in Washington with Israeli officials, European counterparts from E3 (France, Germany and United Kingdom), and International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi to address rising concerns over Iran’s nuclear program. Discussions focused on Iran’s noncompliance with international obligations as well...

Abbas Araghchi of Iran made headlines recently with his remarks reaffirming their strong, long-held friendship between their nations, even through an evolving geopolitical environment in both nations. These comments, made on a diplomatic visit to Islamabad during a diplomatic visit, demonstrate just how fundamental these bilateral bonds have remained for decades despite such changes as...

Nearly 150,000 residents across Pakistan’s Punjab province have been evacuated following alarming flood warnings caused by India’s controlled release of water into Sutlej and Ravi rivers, officials confirmed today. Reuters.Geo NewsAfter receiving early alerts from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) initiated widespread evacuation efforts across several vulnerable districts...

Iran, now a full member of BRICS, has quickly emerged as a key advocate for revamping the bloc’s financial and environmental agenda. At the 11th BRICS Environment Ministerial in Brasilia earlier this year, Iran proposed creating a Green Innovation Fund to increase climate-friendly investment into developing nations, while simultaneously renewing calls to accelerate de-dollarization across...

Cairo – Egypt has strengthened its eastern border with Gaza after reports surfaced that Israeli forces intend to take full control of Gaza City, its largest urban center. This development underscores Cairo’s deepening concern that this war may overflow its frontier and destabilize Sinai region. Border Reinforcments Are Being Deployed Now Egypt reportedly deployed additional...

Turkiye’s First Lady Emine Erdogan has issued an open invitation to former U.S. First Lady Melania Trump to use her influence and platform on behalf of children living in Gaza who have endured great hardship as part of an ongoing conflict. Ankara’s appeal underscores their growing campaign to mobilize international voices around providing humanitarian relief...

Oxfam issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s near-total blockade on food and vital aid as being solely responsible for Gaza’s current famine situation, amid mounting malnutrition levels, crumbling infrastructure, and increased international outrage. This call from Oxfam comes at an especially crucial time.The IPC (Integrated Food Security Phase Classification) has made history by officially declaring...

Israel has recently escalated its military operations in Gaza City, conducting airstrikes that have resulted in widespread destruction across the densely-populated enclave. As violence continues, international leaders have expressed growing alarm. Many have called for an immediate ceasefire and renewed efforts toward peace; further complicating matters, Israel has expanded settlements in West Bank territory which...

U.S. President Donald Trump made it clear he does not plan to deploy American ground troops into Ukraine as part of his “America First” agenda, while still leaving open the possibility of providing air support in order to enforce any peace accord, suggesting a nuanced reengagement between Russia and Ukraine in this conflict. Trump addressed...

This week, the Trump administration has come under intense criticism over its handling of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with analysts and lawmakers alike accusing officials of failing to create an effective plan and sending mixed signals to allies and adversaries alike. Critics claim statements and policy shifts from high officials indicate confusion at a crucial juncture...