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As Iran sends forces to Syria, IDF warns it not to smuggle arms to Hezbollah

Link to article: https://www.timesofisrael.com/as-iran-sends-forces-to-syria-idf-warns-it-not-to-smuggle-arms-to-hezbollah/ Iran’s government has sent weapons to Syria to be used by Hezbollah in Lebanon, an action that the Israel Defense Force (IDF) claimed they are closely monitoring. It is an Israeli priority to keep weapons out of Hezbollah’s reach, something that Israel will take action to prevent if necessary. Iran has long backed Syria together with… Read more »

Navy Day reminder: A buffed up Pakistan naval force in India’s backyard

Link to Article: https://www.indiatoday.in/india-today-insight/story/navy-day-reminder-a-buffed-up-pakistan-naval-force-in-indias-backyard-2643655-2024-12-02 As the 53rd Annual Navy Day approaches in India, fears surrounding Pakistan’s increasingly modern and sizeable naval forces worry Indian officials. Pakistan’s naval endeavors have been supported by China, demonstrating a shift in the maritime power of the region. This April, a Chinese constructed submarine was launched from Karachi, with multiple warships armed with surface-air missiles,… Read more »

India and Bangladesh spar over Hindu monk’s arrest

Link to Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy5v79qpeko In the midst of current tensions between India and Bangladesh, the arrest of a Hindu monk in Bangladesh sparks further clashes over the condition and treatment of minority groups in Bangladesh. Tensions between the otherwise friendly states began in August when Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power after weeks of protest, and fled to… Read more »

Afghanistan attends U.N. climate talks for first time since Taliban return to power

Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/afghanistan-taliban-climate-change-cop29-azerbaijan-baku-ae785b05ba11ec6bd0ea3093fc2b917e On Monday for the first time since the Taliban once again took power in Afghanistan in 2021, Afghanistan sent a delegation to the United Nations climate discussions in Azerbaijan in order to contribute to the global fight against global warming. According to the Afghan government, the state must combat global warming in order to fight against… Read more »

UN nuclear watchdog chief heads for Iran, stresses need for diplomatic solution

Link to article: https://www.timesofisrael.com/un-nuclear-watchdog-chief-heads-for-iran-stresses-need-for-diplomatic-solution/ On November 13, United Nations Nuclear Watchdog Chief Rafael Grossi visited Tehran to discuss Iran’s nuclear program as tensions continue to flare between Iran and Israel. In the past year, Iran has attacked Israel with ballistic missiles twice, once in April and once in October. In terms of regional relations, Iran backs two major terror groups:… Read more »

India says not nervous about working with Trump

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Link to article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czr71780nmpo Last week’s re-election of former President Donald Trump sent shockwaves throughout the world, but on Sunday, Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar stated that India was not nervous for upcoming foreign relations with the US. During Trump’s first term in office, India and American relations were cordial, and in fact have remained friendly for both Democratic and Republican… Read more »