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Understanding Trump’s Expansionist Threats

Understanding Trump’s Expansionist Threats

Understanding Trump’s Expansionist Threats Foreign Policy Brief #174 | By: Ibrahim Castro | January 20, 2025 __________________________________ Since his election victory, Donald Trump has made international headlines with a series of comments suggesting possible...

Week That Was: Global News in Review

Week That Was: Global News in Review

Week That Was: Global News in Review Foreign Policy Brief #172 | By: Ibrahim Castro Photo by visuals on Unsplash __________________________________ Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian Prime Minister Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that he’ll step...

The United Nations in Today’s World

The United Nations in Today’s World

The United Nations in Today's World Foreign Policy Brief #169 | By: Ibrahim Castro | December 6, 2024 Photo by Hugo Magalhaes __________________________________ The United Nations (UN) is the world's largest international organization, it was founded on October 24,...

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Israeli actions in Gaza and the West Bank have intensified amidst global concerns, with statements from senior officials indicating potential annexation and permanent displacement of Palestinians. Meanwhile, the G20 Summit in Brazil launched a global initiative to fight hunger, and Southeast Asia faces climate vulnerability as Typhoon Man-Yi devastates the Philippines. Ukraine marks 1,000 days of war as Russian airstrikes cause severe damage to its power infrastructure.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Brief #166 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Ibrahim Castro

In this week’s global news review, we focus on the BRICS summit in Kazan, where leaders like Putin and Xi discussed alternatives to the U.S. dollar. North Korea’s deployment of troops to Russia raises geopolitical tensions, while Israel’s airstrikes on Iran escalate the ongoing conflict. In Cuba, a nationwide power outage follows a hurricane, and elections in Chile and Uruguay signal potential political shifts. As these critical developments unfold, stay informed on the changes shaping our world.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Mexico swore in its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum. Israel’s invasion of Lebanon has led to over 2,000 civilian deaths. The UK agreed to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Record-breaking fires continue to devastate the Amazon.

Situation Update: The War in Ukraine

Situation Update: The War in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the U.S. aims to secure ongoing support and approval for expanded military actions, including strikes deep into Russian territory. As Ukraine intensifies drone attacks and pushes into the Russian Kursk region, the stakes are rising, with Zelensky urging American leaders to maintain their commitment amid shifting political dynamics and ongoing investigations into Russian war crimes.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

From Israeli military raids in the West Bank to the rise of far-right politics in Germany, this week’s global news highlights the escalating tension in conflict zones and democratic shifts across Europe. Meanwhile, China’s deepening ties with Africa and Venezuela’s political crisis remind us how rapidly the global landscape is changing, with lasting impacts on international relations.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

In a week marked by escalating conflicts and public health crises, our global news review covers the Mpox outbreak, Ukraine’s bold military advances, Sudan’s relentless civil war, and the latest in U.S.-Panama migration policy. These unfolding stories highlight the urgent challenges shaping our world today.

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

The Week That Was: Global News in Review

Brief #153 – Foreign Policy Brief
by: Ibrahim Castro

In this week’s global news review, we delve into the escalating protests in Venezuela, the violent far-right riots sweeping the UK, and the assassination of a Hamas leader that threatens to ignite further conflict in the Middle East. As governments topple and tensions rise, stay informed on the critical developments shaping our world.

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