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Why is Crimea critical to the Ukraine war?
Russia annexed Crimea in 2014. Now, more than four years into the current war, Ukraine is targeting the peninsula with increased drone attacks. In re…
15 hours ago
Can Iran and the US turn the ceasefire into permanent peace?
"Encouraging progress." That's the feeling from mediators after the first round of talks between Iran and the US concluded in Switzerland. Those dire…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
How is the Iran-US agreement being viewed in Israel?
Fury from Israeli ministers over the agreement US President Donald Trump has signed with Iran. And a sharp rebuke in response from his vice president…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
What has Iran won from this war?
Agreement between Washington and Tehran has all but ended the Iran war, with both claiming victory despite the huge cost. Among that has been Iranian…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
How significant is Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea?
Chinese president is in North Korea. Pyongyang is largely isolated on the world stage and under UN sanctions. China remains its main supporter. It's …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why is Lebanon such a central issue to Iran?
Lebanon under Israeli attack while diplomatic efforts continue to end the war in Iran. And with Israel escalating attacks on Hezbollah, Tehran wants …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Will Ukraine become an EU member?
Ukraine's bid to join the European Union (EU) has received a boost this week. Accession negotiations have finally kicked off. Ukraine is hoping that …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Could Israel derail talks between the US and Iran?
A possible US-Iran deal is taking shape. But Israeli officials are reportedly worried. What are their concerns? Could it derail negotiations to end t…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
What's the long-term global impact of the war on Iran?
The war on Iran has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency. It's been politically unpopular in the U…
3 months ago
What difference do aid flotillas make to Palestinians living under Israeli blockade?
Israeli national security minister's mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists. It sparks international outrage. But will governments act against Israe…
3 months ago