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Dr. Hassan Ahmadian, Associate Professor of Middle East Studies at Tehran University, told Drop Site News on Friday that President Trump was compelled to seek a deal with Iran after encountering what he characterized as Iranian resistance. According to the analysis, 'The United States has...

Professor Mohammad Marandi, a University of Tehran media studies scholar and Iranian government adviser, appeared on the Breaking Points podcast with hosts Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti to discuss Trump administration threats of military action against Iran and Iran's stated position on how it would...

A senior Ukrainian defense industry figure — unnamed in source reporting — told New Scientist that a test of fully autonomous drones designed to destroy all targets in a designated area took place approximately two years ago, resulting in confirmed casualties. Mariarosaria Taddeo, Professor of...

The Philippines lodged a diplomatic protest after detecting a mysterious floating structure inside the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, urging Beijing to remove the platform and cease any activity resembling island-building. Manila's move reflects escalating tensions over Chinese expansion in one of...

International analysts including Professor Sultan Barakat told Al Jazeera that Iran remains operationally capable despite recent damage, while expert Ali Akbar Dareni argues the Trump administration lacks a clear escalation advantage over Tehran in the Strait of Hormuz. The analysis characterizes Iran as preparing for...

China's major railway infrastructure project in Serbia has faced significant delays and safety concerns, according to DW News reporting on the investment that was central to Beijing's European strategy. Hungary's new government has simultaneously shifted its approach toward China, signaling reduced alignment with Beijing's priorities...

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea in early June 2026, with both nations emphasizing a "new historical journey" and strengthened strategic cooperation, according to Arirang News. The visit marked a significant diplomatic moment aimed at reinforcing military and political alignment between Beijing and Pyongyang....

Wang Yiwei, a professor at China Renmin University's School of International Studies, stated in a June 5, 2026 interview that denuclearization is no longer a priority topic at the upcoming China-North Korea summit. According to the analysis, the shift reflects the strategic importance of bilateral...

Chinese President Xi Jinping traveled to North Korea this week to meet with leader Kim Jong Un, marking his first international trip of 2026 and his first visit to the country since 2020. The visit underscores the strategic importance of the China-North Korea relationship at...

American artificial intelligence companies are pursuing initial public offerings on Wall Street, potentially valuing the sector at hundreds of billions of dollars. The development intensifies geopolitical competition over who controls AI technology reshaping global industries and governance. Ian Bremmer, founder of the Eurasia Group, argues...

VICE News producer Alex Waterfield documented China's construction of artificial islands in the South China Sea and their military buildup on those islands. During the reporting, Chinese forces issued warnings to the VICE team. The documentary explored one of the world's most dangerous geopolitical flashpoints,...