Government policies, elections, and political analysis.
A Fiery Showdown as the Race Tightens In a crowded John Jay College auditorium, the last debate in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary provided drama, policy confrontations, and personal insults. The spotlight was on two men- former Governor Andrew Cuomo, desperate for political redemption, and Zohran Mamdani, a young progressive sensation with sweeping promises…
Israel carried out major airstrikes on Iran late Thursday, targeting military and nuclear sites in multiple cities. The attacks, confirmed by both nations, significantly escalated long-standing tensions. Among the dead are Gen. Hossein Salami, head of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, and Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, the armed forces’ chief of staff. Two senior nuclear scientists were also killed in strikes on Tehran, Natanz, and Tabriz. Major Israeli…
Ceasefire Brings a Pause, Not Peace India-Pakistan tensions are just below the surface after a recent ceasefire. While open hostilities have ceased, India has signaled that the war against cross-border terrorism is far from being won. In Brussels, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar served a stark message, making India’s stance unambiguously clear. “It [Pakistan] is…
In a splashy White House moment, U.S. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stood together to unveil what was touted as a landmark “Economic Prosperity Agreement.” The agreement, rolled out with fanfare, vowed to reduce U.S. tariffs on major UK exports—steel, aluminum, and cars—and create new avenues for farm trade. But several…
President Donald Trump has renewed and broadened a contentious travel ban that will now affect 19 nations, a profound turning point in U.S. immigration and foreign policy. The new policy, to go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday, brings back memories of Trump’s early days in office when a similar policy generated widespread protests and…
Mongolia’s Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai resigned following a loss in a parliamentary vote of confidence. This follows weeks of street demonstrations organized by youth, fueled by social media mobilization depicting his son’s lavish lifestyle as evidence of national popular anger against corruption and inequality. Ulaanbaatar, June 3, 2025 — In a dramatic political twist, Mongolia’s…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils a sweeping overhaul of the UK defense strategy—upping military spending, expanding nuclear power, and reestablishing Britain’s role as a leader in European security as global instability rises. In an awe-inspiring volte-face in unveiling Britain’s return to being a world defense leader, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a bold agenda…
A U.S. federal court overturned former President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariffs, deeming them unconstitutional and in excess of presidential power. The ruling puts collections on hold, opens the door for refunds, and restricts future use of emergency authority in trade policy. In a historic decision that redefines the limits of presidential power, the U.S….
Elon Musk has spoken out against a new Trump-backed bill, saying it increases the deficit and undoes efforts to fix government waste. Here’s what he had to say. Musk Breaks Silence on Latest Spending Bill Elon Musk, the billionaire innovator known for speaking his mind, isn’t holding back when it comes to Washington’s latest move….
France could face a major financial crunch by 2027 as rising debt and unchecked public spending put its social welfare system at risk, auditors warn. The country’s much-loved social welfare programs, which include pensions, healthcare, and unemployment support-could soon become too expensive to maintain. A recent report from the French Court of Auditors has painted a troubling picture:…
