Category: Geopolitics
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The Afghan strategy
US President Donald Trump is expected to reveal the nation’s strategic plans for its war against terror in Afghanistan. The war, which began in 2001, is the longest war ever waged..
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A soft Brexit
Citizens of EU will be able to freely visit the UK without visas even post Brexit. However, for them to work in the region, they will have to obtain work visas. In June 2016, Britain..
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South Korea sees “red line”
The South Korean President Moon Jae-in has announced that North Korea would be crossing the “red line” if it mounts a nuclear warhead on an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)..
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Gulf economy hit
The sanctions imposed on Qatar by other Gulf states is causing food prices to steadily rise. According to figures released by the government, the real estate market has also been..
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Saudi-Iraq bolster ties
Saudi Arabia has announced that the border crossing between Iraq and Saudi will be open for trade for the first time in 27 years. The Arar border crossing was closed after the..
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May: No to Alt Right
UK Prime Minister, Theresa May, has condemned the views espoused by far-right groups across the world. May was responding to the events that unfolded in Charlottesville in USA..
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From Persia to Iran
Contemporary relations between Iran and Israel can be described as hostile and embittered. Iran does not even recognize the legitimacy of the state of Israel today..
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Conflict over South China Sea
A US destroyer has sailed past one of China’s man-made islands in the South China Sea. This was part of the US’ freedom of navigation operation. China has responded..
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Trump “thanks” Putin
US President Donald Trump has thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for demanding the US to cut its diplomatic staff by 755 in Moscow. In July 2017, the US House..
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Trump aggressive on N. Korea
US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his rhetoric against North Korea warning that US might consider a pre-emptive strike against the regime. Tensions between..