UAE secretly trained Colombian mercenaries who were deployed to fight alongside the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Sudan’s conflict.
Category: International
Israel Orders Evacuation of Southern Lebanon Towns as Ground Operations Expand
Israeli military forces escalated ground operations in southern Lebanon ordering fresh evacuation directives affecting new civilian communities.
Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Israeli Strikes Continue Through Eid al-Adha
The humanitarian situation in Gaza worsened on Eid al-Adha as Israeli military operations continued killing at least 10 civilians.
Defense Alliances Poised to Transition to More Regional Initiatives Amid Middle East Conflict
EY-Parthenon’s Geostrategic Business Group notes that the ongoing Middle East conflict is accelerating a shift toward regional defense partnerships.
Energy Price and Supply Shock Expected to Constrain Household Consumption Globally
The EY geostrategic analysis for May 2026 warns that the energy price shock linked to the Iran war will suppress consumer spending globally.
Trump Rejects Iranian State TV Report That He May Accept Short-Term Hormuz Deal
Trump pushed back on Iranian media reports suggesting he could accept a one-month deal giving Iran and Oman joint control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Human Rights Groups Condemn 196 Deaths in US Pacific Anti-Drug Ship Bombings as Unlawful
At least 196 people have died in 59 US military attacks on alleged drug vessels since September raising international human rights concerns.
India’s Supreme Court Recognizes Safe Highway Travel as a Fundamental Right Under Article 142
India’s Supreme Court used Article 142 powers to expand road safety protections ruling that the right to safe highway travel is constitutionally guaranteed.
Canada’s PM Carney Strikes Deal With China to Allow Made-in-China EVs Amid Trade Tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney negotiated a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping permitting some Chinese-made EVs into the Canadian market.
Marco Rubio Completes Visit to India Amid Strengthening US-India Strategic Partnership
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a significant visit to India focused on deepening bilateral ties in defense and trade.