The recent series of airstrikes carried out by Israeli warplanes and the subsequent attacks by the militant Hezbollah group along the Lebanon-Israel border have sparked a worrisome escalation in tensions. These events came shortly after Hezbollah's leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, stated that his group is already engaged in unprecedented fighting in the region. With the … Continue reading Escalation of Tensions at the Lebanon-Israel Border: A Closer Look

TEHRAN, Iran — Iranians took to the streets on Saturday to commemorate the anniversary of the 1979 U.S. Embassy takeover in Tehran. As the Israel-Hamas conflict entered its fourth week, thousands of Iranians expressed their anger towards the United States' support for Israel's military strikes in the Gaza Strip. The state-sanctioned event saw participants unify … Continue reading Iranians Rally to Condemn US-Israel Alliance in the Midst of Israel-Hamas Conflict

As delegates from around the world and leaders from the tech industry gathered in the U.K. for the first-ever AI Safety Summit, there appeared to be harmony between officials of historical rivals China and the U.S. On Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Chinese Vice Minister of Science and Technology Wu Zhaohui shared … Continue reading The Growing Tensions and Prospects for Cooperation between U.S. and China in AI Development

Last November, exhilarated Saudi soccer fans celebrated their national team's astonishing victory over Argentina at a Doha hotel bar, signaling their aspirations for Saudi Arabia to become an even greater force in global football. Fast forward to today, and the ambitious plans of the Kingdom, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, have set the … Continue reading Saudi Arabia’s Ambitious Plan: Hosting the 2034 World Cup

Two days after the Israel-Hamas war broke out on Oct. 7, 83-year-old Holocaust survivor Yaakov Weissmann relocated from his home near Gaza in southern Israel—where 23 of his family members live—to an apartment in an elderly home in a safer area southeast of Tel-Aviv. Between the experience of being uprooted and watching the coverage of … Continue reading The Continuing Trauma: How Holocaust Survivors in Israel Grapple with the Israel-Hamas War

Taiwan's political landscape has recently been embroiled in controversy as investigations into suspected bribes surrounding Foxconn Technology Group founder Terry Gou's presidential campaign gain momentum. As Gou submitted signatures to secure his candidacy, authorities started probing alleged cash payments made in exchange for support. Post Content: The Taipei District Prosecutors Office informed the public about … Continue reading Taiwan Scrutinizes Alleged Bribes as Foxconn Founder Terry Gou Seeks Presidential Candidacy

In the midst of the recent Israel-Hamas war, a significant development has taken place as a small group of foreign-passport holders was allowed to cross from Gaza into Egypt. This event, captured by various Arab TV channels, marks the first such group to cross since the conflict began. While much attention has been focused on … Continue reading Foreign-Passport Holders Cross from Gaza into Egypt Amidst Conflict

As we find ourselves in the fourth week of the Israel-Hamas war, the lack of well-defined Israeli goals and a clear endgame for the conflict remains a significant challenge. While the initial shock and desire for vengeance were understandable, it is essential to remember that shock and vengeance alone cannot substitute for a comprehensive strategy. … Continue reading The Need for an Urgent Diplomatic Off-Ramp in the Israel-Hamas War

In a significant escalation of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in the Gaza Strip, Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting Israel. The attacks mark the first reported instance of the Houthis directly engaging Israel, further involving their main sponsor, Iran, and heightening the risk of a regional conflict. Israeli Defense System … Continue reading Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Claim Missile and Drone Attacks on Israel

In recent weeks, Hamas, the Palestinian offshoot of the Sunni Muslim Brotherhood, has adopted a new media strategy that has left both experts and onlookers puzzled. The group, traditionally known for its use of terrorism as a tactic, has now taken to showcasing its own attacks on civilians through social media platforms. This shift in … Continue reading Hamas’ New Media Strategy: A Desperate Bid for Dominance or Victimhood?