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India-hosted BRICS Summit Steers Clear of Contentious Moves

TheDiplomat - Tue, 15/09/2026 - 04:15
The Delhi Declaration made no mention of de-dollarization. But it did back trade in national currencies.

Fighters Without Borders: Mercenaries, Adventurers, and Volunteers in Myanmar’s Civil War

TheDiplomat - Tue, 15/09/2026 - 03:16
The country's civil wars have long attracted foreign nationals seeking adventure or driven by a mission. Are Russians the latest to join the fight?

Indonesia Replaces Finance Minister Amid Growing Investor Skepticism

TheDiplomat - Tue, 15/09/2026 - 03:06
The appointment of Suahasil Nazara, who has served as deputy finance minister since 2019, is intended to calm investors worried about Jakarta's fiscal profligacy.

Why Some of Southeast Asia’s Digital Banks are Starting to Scale

TheDiplomat - Tue, 15/09/2026 - 00:14
Can these institutions threaten the entrenched conventional mega-banks that dominate the region’s financial landscape?

Fresh Houthi Strikes Inject New Uncertainty Into Iran War

Foreign Policy - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 23:11
As oil prices rise, planned regional talks hit a snag.

Why My Kyiv Visit Worried Me So Much

Foreign Policy - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 21:11
FP’s editor in chief on the mood in Ukraine—and what it means for the future of war.

Civilians Need Better Protections in the Drone Age

Foreign Policy - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 20:28
Hunting noncombatants from the sky is growing disturbingly common.

China Postponed Its Chang’e 7 Lunar Mission. What Does That Mean for Its Space Program?

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 17:04
The lack of explanation – or a new launch date – suggests critical challenges, not just bad weather.

Trump Is Killing ‘Strategic Ambiguity’ Over Taiwan

Foreign Policy - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 16:53
It was once unclear how Washington would defend Taipei—now it’s doubtful it will help at all.

North Korea Confirms September 12 Missile Launch Was Joint Firepower Drill

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 16:23
The exercise came a day after trilateral Freedom Edge drills ended and as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to seek a new summit with Kim Jong Un.

À l'ONU, le paradoxe des attentes ?

Le Monde Diplomatique - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 16:00
L'Organisation des Nations unies désigne cet automne son secrétaire général pour 2027-2032. Le successeur de M. António Guterres hérite d'une institution affaiblie par la crise de ses finances et les attaques américaines. Huit candidats se disputent le poste alors que les conflits se (…) / , ,

Asia’s Democracy Is Being Rewired: An Early Warning for Global Democracy

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 15:54
The emerging contest in the region is between open political systems and “managed” political systems – where citizens are manipulated instead of simply repressed.

South Korea and Arctic Shipping: A Game Changer on Thin Ice?

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 15:09
South Korea is clearly ambitious about seizing potential economic and strategic opportunities from Arctic shipping. But the Arctic is also a geopolitical minefield.

What’s Behind One Nation’s Attacks on Andrew Hastie?

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 15:09
In its relentless attacks on Liberal Party MP, the One Nation party’s contempt for the rule of law is on full display. 

Japan’s Failed Centrist Experiment 

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 14:43
The CDP-Komeito alliance is breaking apart. But a return to resistance-oriented politics may not be the answer for Japan's opposition.

Putin Will Not Yield

Foreign Affairs - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 14:40
Pressure and pain won’t sap Russia’s resolve in Ukraine.

‘Small-Yurt Diplomacy’ Prevails at Kyrgyzstan’s World Nomad Games

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 14:38
This year, as Kyrgyzstan was busy showcasing its culture to the world, foreign countries were competing for the attention of locals.

5 Years Later, Where Does AUKUS Stand?

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 14:15
Over the last five years, as AUKUS has taken shape, the dynamics behind regional security have continued to evolve.

India Drops Terror Charges Against Seven Recently Arrested Foreign Nationals

TheDiplomat - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 13:33
An American and six Ukrainians were arrested under the UAPA in March. They have now been charged under the less stringent Immigration and Foreigners Act instead.

How Congress Empowered Presidential War-Making After 9/11

Foreign Policy - Mon, 14/09/2026 - 07:58
Its effects continue to shape national security policy today.

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