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Af-Pak Border Erupts as Taliban Retaliate Against Pakistan — A Region on Edge

Af-Pak Border Erupts as Taliban Retaliate Against Pakistan — A Region on Edge

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Heavy fighting broke out late Saturday along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border, marking one of the most serious escalations between the two neighbours in recent months. The Taliban launched what they called “retaliatory operations” against Pakistani military positions, accusing Islamabad of violating Afghan airspace through recent strikes. According to Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defence, the Taliban’s coordinated assaults […]

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Sanae Takaichi Set to Become Japan’s First Woman Prime Minister

Sanae Takaichi Set to Become Japan’s First Woman Prime Minister

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In a historic shift for Japan, Sanae Takaichi, a strong-willed conservative often dubbed a “China hawk,” has emerged as the new leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) — positioning her to become the country’s first-ever female prime minister. At 64, Takaichi is far from a political newcomer. A staunch admirer of Margaret Thatcher, […]

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India-China Relations: From Border Bloodshed to Handshakes in Beijing

India-China Relations: From Border Bloodshed to Handshakes in Beijing

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After years of silence, suspicion, and sharp stand-offs, the stage is set for a potential turning point. On Sunday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. It’s a long-awaited conversation between two of Asia’s most powerful leaders — and one that comes after years of deadly conflict […]

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