Politics

War’s Aftermath: Israel and Hamas Face a New Reality

The Gaza ceasefire marks a new, uncertain chapter for both Israel and Hamas, the primary antagonists in a devastating war. As President Donald Trump visits the region to promote...

Shutdown Deepens as Partisan Animosity Reaches Fever Pitch

The deadlock over the US government shutdown deepened significantly on Wednesday, fueled by a partisan animosity that has...

How the ‘Yellow Line’ Became the Linchpin of the Gaza Ceasefire Deal

A tactical boundary known as the "yellow line" has emerged as the linchpin in a nearly-completed deal to...

Dutch Supreme Court Ruling: A Test of European Arms Export Controls

A forthcoming ruling from the Dutch Supreme Court on F-35 parts for Israel is being viewed as a...

The Transactional University: Trump’s Deal-Making Approach to Academia

Donald Trump's "Compact for Academic Excellence" is a clear reflection of his transactional, deal-making approach, applied now to...

Ex-President Uribe Convicted: A Test of Colombia’s Institutions

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe has been found guilty of witness tampering, a verdict that represents a significant test of Colombia's democratic institutions. The...

Court Battles Fail to Prevent Controversial Deportations to War-Torn African Nation

Despite vigorous legal challenges that initially succeeded in delaying their removal, eight individuals from multiple countries have ultimately been deported to South Sudan following...

Corporate America’s Mineral Rush Exploits Failing Foreign Aid System

A new gold rush is underway in Washington's lobbying corridors, but instead of prospectors seeking precious metals, American corporations are pursuing critical minerals through...

Sunak’s New Role: Advising Goldman Sachs, While Giving Back to Community

The former Conservative Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has announced his latest venture: an advisory position at the global investment bank Goldman Sachs. This marks...

Billionaire’s Political Play: Elon Musk’s ‘America Party’ Enters the Fray

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, is making a significant political play with the launch of his "America Party." The new political entity aims to...

‘Disregard for Our Fiscal Outlook’: Budget Watchdog Condemns Trump Bill’s Reckless Spending

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, an oversight organization, has issued a stark condemnation of Donald Trump's newly passed budget bill, with its...