American Dennis Coyle lands in Texas after over a year in Taliban captivity By Greg Norman-Diamond , Michael Dorgan Fox News Published March 25, 2026 8:43am EDT | Updated March 25, 2026 9:44am EDT

American Dennis Coyle lands in Texas after over a year in Taliban captivity Coyle was taken from his Kabul home in January 2025 Greg Norman-Diamond By Greg Norman-Diamond , Michael Dorgan Fox News Published March 25, 2026 8:43am EDT | Updated March 25, 2026 9:44am EDT https://www.foxnews.com/politics/american-dennis-coyle-lands-texas-after-over-year-taliban-captivity

US military sends drones, alongside 200 troops, to Nigeria amid fears of renewed Boko Haram insurgency By Greg Norman-Diamond Fox News Published March 24, 2026 2:41pm EDT | Updated March 24, 2026 2:42pm EDT

US military sends drones, alongside 200 troops, to Nigeria amid fears of renewed Boko Haram insurgency 200 American troops arrived in Nigeria last month to provide training and intelligence Greg Norman-Diamond By Greg Norman-Diamond Fox News Published March 24, 2026 2:41pm EDT | Updated March 24, 2026 2:42pm EDT https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-military-sends-drones-alongside-200-troops-nigeria-amid-fears-renewed-boko-haram-insurgency

'The car is gone — I survived by a miracle': Hanna escapes moments before shrapnel hits Maya Cohen|Updated:09:55

'The car is gone — I survived by a miracle': Hanna escapes moments before shrapnel hits Minutes after rockets were fired at central Israel, part of a rocket shattered the window of Hanna's car near a shopping center in Givatayim; she came out of the shelter and discovered hers was the only vehicle that was hit Maya Cohen|Updated:09:55 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hy7trszibg#autoplay

Official: Iran's response to US proposal 'not positive,' but still reviewing outline News Agencies|11:08

Official: Iran's response to US proposal 'not positive,' but still reviewing outline The US proposal, delivered through intermediaries, outlines a broad framework that includes sanctions relief, limits on Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, and steps tied to the Strait of Hormuz News Agencies|11:08 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/skf6spwibe

Spanish PM Sanchez attacks Netanyahu: 'He wants to do to Lebanon what he did to Gaza' ByREUTERS, JAMES GENN MARCH 25, 2026 16:05

Spanish PM Sanchez attacks Netanyahu: 'He wants to do to Lebanon what he did to Gaza' Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez condemns Israel's actions and warns of economic fallout from the Iran war. https://www.jpost.com/international/article-891183 ByREUTERS, JAMES GENN MARCH 25, 2026 16:05

Taiwan fears China may exploit US distraction from Middle East war ByREUTERS MARCH 25, 2026 11:00

Taiwan fears China may exploit US distraction from Middle East war "This is a moment for China to exercise influence," said a senior Taiwan security official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive intelligence matters. https://www.jpost.com/international/article-891127 ByREUTERS MARCH 25, 2026 11:00

Anduril, Palantir developing Golden Dome anti-missile shield's software - report ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 25, 2026 10:25 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 12:03

Anduril, Palantir developing Golden Dome anti-missile shield's software - report Anduril and ​Palantir have been interested in being a part ​of Golden Dome since its inception. The software would connect the radars and other sensors to detect and track airborne threats. https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-891121 ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 25, 2026 10:25 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 12:03

‘If Iran keeps its uranium, everything was for nothing,' experts say on Trump's war pause ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE MARCH 24, 2026 19:55 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 12:04

‘If Iran keeps its uranium, everything was for nothing,' experts say on Trump's war pause A five-day halt in strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, following what President Donald Trump described as “productive” talks, is fueling debate over whether pressure is easing too soon. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-891082 ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE MARCH 24, 2026 19:55 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 12:04

Iran rejects US proposal to end war, calls it 'excessive,' official tells Iranian state TV ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 25, 2026 16:19 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 16:53

Iran rejects US proposal to end war, calls it 'excessive,' official tells Iranian state TV The statements come as the US pushes to a diplomatic end to the hostilities with Tehran after almost four weeks of fighting. ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 25, 2026 16:19 Updated: MARCH 25, 2026 16:53 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-891184

Strikes continue amid differing accounts of talks Iran, Israel trade attacks despite mixed signals over 'negotiations' to end crisis By CUI HAIPEI in Dubai and JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-25 09:41

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/25/WS69c33d48a310d6866eb3fbe2.html Iran has received a message from Washington through mediators about possible talks between the two warring countries, a senior Iranian Foreign Ministry official said on Monday.

Key vote due on EU-US deal amid tariff warning By JONATHAN POWELL in London | China Daily Global | Updated: 2026-03-25 09:16

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/25/WS69c33796a310d6866eb3fb66.html US Ambassador to the European Union Andrew Puzder says it "would be economic malpractice" if the European Parliament scuttled a US-EU trade accord in a vote slated for this week, as the EU also presses ahead with a new trade deal with Australia.

Australians oppose joining conflict: Survey By XIN XIN in Sydney | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-25 09:50

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/25/WS69c33f57a310d6866eb3fc20.html Australia joined a United Kingdom-led joint statement on the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, becoming one of the latest United States allies to sign on after countries, including Canada, Japan, and New Zealand.

US sent Iran 15-point plan aimed at month-long ceasefire: Israeli media Xinhua | Updated: 2026-03-25 07:15

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/25/WS69c31b2ba310d6866eb3fa9c.html JERUSALEM -- Washington has delivered Iran a 15-point plan for a month-long ceasefire deal, Israel's Channel 12 reported Tuesday night.

Russia launches nearly 1,000 drones across Ukraine Aaron Tilton © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Russia launches nearly 1,000 drones across Ukraine Aaron Tilton 17 hours ago17 hours ago Russia has launched nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine in the last 24 hours. Authorities said several people were killed in one of the largest aerial onslaughts of the war. https://www.dw.com/en/russia-launches-nearly-1000-drones-across-ukraine/video-76515053 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Shifting alliances shape Horn of Africa tensions Eskinder Firew in Addis Ababa © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Shifting alliances shape Horn of Africa tensions Eskinder Firew in Addis Ababa 23 hours ago23 hours ago Regional rivalries involving Gulf and Middle Eastern countries are influencing security dynamics in the Horn of Africa. https://www.dw.com/en/shifting-alliances-shape-horn-of-africa-tensions/a-76509129 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Ukraine updates: Hungary threatens gas stop amid oil dispute Mark Hallam with AFP, AP, dpa, Reuters © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Ukraine updates: Hungary threatens gas stop amid oil dispute Mark Hallam with AFP, AP, dpa, Reuters Published 3 hours agoPublished 3 hours agolast updated 12 minutes agolast updated 12 minutes ago Prime Minister Viktor Orban says Hungary will gradually stop the flow of gas to Ukraine until Russian Druzhba pipeline oil deliveries restart. Meanwhile Russia reports widespread overnight drone strikes. DW has more. https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-hungary-threatens-gas-stop-amid-oil-dispute/live-76519687 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Indians rush to fuel pumps as Iran war drives shortage fears Shakeel Sobhan AP, AFP, Reuters © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Indians rush to fuel pumps as Iran war drives shortage fears Shakeel Sobhan AP, AFP, Reuters Published 8 hours agoPublished 8 hours agolast updated 2 hours agolast updated 2 hours ago From Gujarat to Tamil Nadu, long lines at fuel pumps reflect growing anxiety over oil supplies even as officials urge calm and assure of adequate supply. DW has the latest. https://www.dw.com/en/indians-flock-to-fuel-pumps-as-iran-war-drives-shortage-fears/live-76516044 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Lebanon's humanitarian crisis worsens as fighting continues Jennifer Holleis | Sara Hteit © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Lebanon's humanitarian crisis worsens as fighting continues Jennifer Holleis | Sara Hteit 21 hours ago21 hours ago The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is continuing and Israel has announced it may occupy Lebanon's south long term. What is at stake for hundreds of thousands displaced Lebanese civilians? https://www.dw.com/en/lebanons-humanitarian-crisis-worsens-as-fighting-continues/a-76512884 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

US-Israel war with Iran 2 +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

How well armed is Iran, and can it replenish missiles? Matt Pearson 6 hours ago6 hours ago Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu say that Iran's missile capacity is "destroyed" and "degraded," yet Iran still strikes. How many missiles and drones remain, and how quickly can Iran rebuild its arsenal? https://www.dw.com/en/how-well-armed-is-iran-and-can-it-replenish-missiles/a-76503329 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Iran war: Tehran says US is 'negotiating with itself' Alex Berry | Kate Hairsine with AP, Reuters, AFP, dpa Published 11 hours agoPublished 11 hours agolast updated 12 minutes agolast updated 12 minutes ago Iran has confirmed receipt of a US ceasefire plan conveyed via Pakistan but has rejected its proposals as "excessive." Tehran insists it is not negotiating with Washington as missile strikes continue. Follow DW for more. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-tehran-says-us-is-negotiating-with-itself/live-76515461 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Iran war puts South Asia's Gulf remittances at risk Wesley Rahn 20 hours ago20 hours ago Millions of South Asian workers in the Middle East provide a vital economic boost by sending money home. Economists warn these flows would be at risk if a protracted conflict dents the Gulf region's economies. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-puts-south-asias-gulf-remittances-at-risk/a-76513989 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

US-Israel war with Iran 1 +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

US-Israel war with Iran Fighting has erupted in Iran and the Middle East after Israel and the US attacked the country, following a US military build-up in the region. Is Iran cashing in millions from Strait of Hormuz blockade? Nik Martin 2 hours ago2 hours ago An Iranian lawmaker claims Tehran is quietly charging tankers up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The move threatens to turn the key waterway into a high-stakes toll booth. https://www.dw.com/en/is-iran-cashing-in-millions-from-strait-of-hormuz-blockade/a-76503935 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | How Iran responded to Donald Trump's claims of US-Iran talks Warner Poland 4 hours ago4 hours ago US President Donald Trump has proudly proclaimed that almost all Iranian leaders have been killed through US bombardment. At the same time he is touting successful negotiations with Iran, a claim Tehran rejects. https://www.dw.com/en/how-iran-responded-to-donald-trumps-claims-of-us-iran-talks/video-76511675 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Iran war: Energy crisis slams US farmers Janelle Dumalaon 7 hours ago7 hours ago Soaring diesel and fertilizer costs are hitting US farmers during peak planting season, locking in higher food prices and putting long‑term pressure on America's food supply. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-energy-crisis-slams-us-farmers/video-76503400 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Are we entering the endgame? Trump’s semantics offer subtle clues to quiet Iran moves Analysis: Ron Ben-Yishai|Yesterday | 15:33 +++

Are we entering the endgame? Trump’s semantics offer subtle clues to quiet Iran moves Analysis: Trump still appears intent on achieving his war aims through talks with figures inside Iran’s clerical establishment, as his careful semantics, fears of a hollow deal and mounting questions facing Israel cloud the path ahead Ron Ben-Yishai Ron Ben-Yishai|Yesterday | 15:33 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/bkzfgzks11l#autoplay $2 billion mystery trades hit markets minutes before Trump's Iran talks announcement Sharp spike in trading volume was recorded around 6:50 a.m. New York time in e-mini S&P 500 futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, totaling about $1.4 billion, according to CNBC; surge stood out against typically quiet and low-liquidity premarket conditions News Agencies|08:14 https://www.ynetnews.com/business/article/hj2bwxlozx UK exhibit sparks outrage over ‘Jews eating babies’ image, artist denies antisemitism The exhibition 'Drawings Against Genocide' in Margate drew backlash over imagery critics say echoed antisemitic tropes, including Star of David symbols and scenes described as invoking Nazi-era themes Itamar Eichner Itamar Eichner|07:05 https://www.ynetnews.com/jewish-world/article/skd6aa1szx?tbref=hp

Trump is folding on Iran as war goals still unmet and regime remains intact | Opinion Opinion: Ben-Dror Yemini|Yesterday | 22:19

Trump is folding on Iran as war goals still unmet and regime remains intact | Opinion Opinion: When it comes to the Iranian regime, the very fact that it remains in power constitutes a victory; Even if Trump did not intend to retreat, from the moment he entered the negotiations track, Iran found itself exactly where it wants to be Ben-Dror Yemini Ben-Dror Yemini|Yesterday | 22:19 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/r1w3c8yjbl

Diplomacy or dangerous legitimization? The risks of US engagement with Hamas Opinion: Rami Al Dabbas|12:57

Diplomacy or dangerous legitimization? The risks of US engagement with Hamas Opinion: Engaging Hamas without demanding substantive changes—such as disarmament, recognition of Israel, or a renunciation of violence—risks strengthening the terror group both politically and strategically Rami Al Dabbas|12:57 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/rkjza7lizg

Israeli officials doubt Iran will accept Trump’s ‘surrender’ terms Itamar Eichner|10:05

Israeli officials doubt Iran will accept Trump’s ‘surrender’ terms Jerusalem closely monitoring talks amid doubts Iran will agree and fears Trump may compromise under pressure; fighting in Lebanon intensifying regardless of any deal Itamar Eichner Itamar Eichner|10:05 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkxmcblowl

Pakistan's mediator role in Iran war puts Modi in hot seat Shakeel Sobhan FT, The Times of India © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Pakistan's mediator role in Iran war puts Modi in hot seat Shakeel Sobhan FT, The Times of India 3 hours ago3 hours ago After reports of Pakistan positioning itself as a Middle East mediator, the opposition questioned Narendra Modi's claims of being a global leader. https://www.dw.com/en/india-pakistans-mediator-role-in-iran-war-puts-modi-under-pressure/a-76506689 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Germany laments Trump's 'avoidable, unnecessary' Iran war Mark Hallam with AFP, dpa, KNA, Reuters © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Germany laments Trump's 'avoidable, unnecessary' Iran war Mark Hallam with AFP, dpa, KNA, Reuters 4 hours ago4 hours ago Marking 75 years since the Foreign Ministry's post-war reformation, Germany's president and foreign minister warned of "profound change" in ties with Berlin's most important ally, the US, amid an "unnecessary" Iran war. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-laments-trumps-avoidable-unnecessary-iran-war/a-76501370 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Lithuanian PM: Stray crashed drone hailed from Ukraine Mark Hallam with dpa, Reuters © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Lithuanian PM: Stray crashed drone hailed from Ukraine Mark Hallam with dpa, Reuters 2 hours ago2 hours ago Lithuania's prime minister has said that a military drone that crashed near the border to Belarus hailed from Ukraine and was aimed at Russian energy infrastructure. She said it was "part of a wider security picture." https://www.dw.com/en/lithuanian-pm-stray-crashed-drone-hailed-from-ukraine/a-76507009 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Russia's war in Ukraine +++ + © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Russia's war in Ukraine Russia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine on February 24, 2022, an escalation of a conflict that began with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014. China eyes Iran, Ukraine wars amid push to rival US military Cherie Chan 21 hours ago21 hours ago The US still has the world's largest military budget, but China is catching up. Analysts say Beijing's focus remains on Taiwan, and it is taking notes as the US‑Israel war with Iran and Russia's invasion of Ukraine unfold. https://www.dw.com/en/china-eyes-iran-ukraine-wars-amid-push-to-rival-us-military/video-76495274 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Navigation satellites guide the world — and its wars Richard Connor 03/22/2026March 22, 2026 From smartphone maps to precision weapons, satellite navigation underpins modern life and war. Global navigation satellite systems have become indispensable, and that's made them vulnerable to disruption and attack. https://www.dw.com/en/navigation-satellites-guide-the-world-and-its-wars/a-76399668 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Pro-Kremlin blogger turns on Putin, sent to psychiatric care Juri Rescheto in Riga 03/23/2026March 23, 2026 After seemingly switching sides, a pro-government blogger in Russia who criticized President Vladimir Putin has been admitted to psychiatric care in St. Petersburg. Did he go rogue? https://www.dw.com/en/pro-kremlin-blogger-turns-on-putin-sent-to-psychiatric-care/a-76457533 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Ukraine, Russia trade strikes as US-backed talks resume Alex Berry with Reuters, AP 03/22/2026March 22, 2026 Deaths have been reported in both Russia and Ukraine, with US-brokered talks set to continue on Sunday. Meanwhile, thousands were without power in the Ukrainian region of Chernihiv. https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-russia-trade-strikes-as-us-backed-talks-resume/a-76470828 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Report: Hungary using more Russian oil, despite EU phase out Arthur Sullivan © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Report: Hungary using more Russian oil, despite EU phase out Arthur Sullivan 23 hours ago23 hours ago A new report by the Center for the Study of Democracy, shared exclusively with DW, says that Hungary has increased its dependence on Russian oil since 2021. It has also become highly dependent on Russian gas. https://www.dw.com/en/report-hungary-using-more-russian-oil-despite-eu-phase-out/a-76487750 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved? Oleksandr Kunytskyi | Murali Krishnan © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved? Oleksandr Kunytskyi | Murali Krishnan 20 hours ago20 hours ago Indian authorities accuse six Ukrainians and an American of supporting insurgent groups along the India-Myanmar border. Ukraine suggests that the case might be politically motivated. https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-nationals-detained-in-india-is-russia-involved/a-76495069 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear rise in refugees from Iran war Richard Connor with AFP, AP, dpa, Reuters, KNA, SID, epa © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear rise in refugees from Iran war Richard Connor with AFP, AP, dpa, Reuters, KNA, SID, epa Published 5 hours agoPublished 5 hours agolast updated 10 minutes agolast updated 10 minutes ago Just under three-quarters of Germans think the country would be overwhelmed by any future influx of migrants fleeing war in Iran. Meanwhile, figures show about 4 million employed Germans work night hours. DW has more. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-3-in-4-fear-rise-in-refugees-from-iran-war/live-76502219 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

US-Israel war with Iran +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle

US-Israel war with Iran Fighting has erupted in Iran and the Middle East after Israel and the US attacked the country, following a US military build-up in the region. How the Iran war threatens East Africa's economy Bouba Jalloh | Chinaza Samuel 2 hours ago2 hours ago The escalation of the US-Israel war with Iran has triggered a rapid spike in global oil prices and major disruptions to global transport routes. These shocks are already hitting East African economies, causing inflationary spillovers, such as higher fuel prices. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-us-israel-war-east-africa-economy-inflation-energy-prices-cost-of-living/video-76267631 © 2026 Deutsche Welle The epic cost of the Iran war Lars Halter 8 hours ago8 hours ago The US is spending approximately $1 billion per day on the war in Iran. Where is the money going? We're looking at the cost of military equipment like missiles, drone interceptors, subways and aircraft carriers. https://www.dw.com/en/the-epic-cost-of-the-iran-war/video-76447200 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Degraded but still dangerous: Iran's evolving threat Ole Alsaker 20 hours ago20 hours ago Iran's capabilities may be damaged — but they're far from gone. We break down what this new phase of the war really means. https://www.dw.com/en/degraded-but-still-dangerous-irans-evolving-threat/video-76495296 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

In Iran, civilians' hopes for 'regime change' fade Daniel Ameri +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle

In Iran, civilians' hopes for 'regime change' fade Daniel Ameri 47 minutes ago47 minutes ago Nearly a month after the US-Israeli strikes on Iran began, many who hoped the regime would soon fall have been left disappointed. DW spoke to Iranians about how the regime's survival has dashed those early hopes. https://www.dw.com/en/in-iran-hope-gives-way-to-fear-as-conflict-rages-on/a-76508827 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Iran war: Attacks intensify as oil rises above $100 Roshni Majumdar | Kate Hairsine | Elizabeth Schumacher with AP, Reuters, AFP, dpa Published 11 hours agoPublished 11 hours agolast updated 35 minutes agolast updated 35 minutes ago Iran said it will fight "until complete victory" and denied having held direct talks with the US. Israeli forces also carried out strikes on Tehran. DW has the latest. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-attacks-intensify-as-oil-rises-above-100/live-76497473 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Who is Trump talking to in Iran? Shamil Shams | Haroon Janjua in Islamabad 1 hour ago1 hour ago US President Donald Trump has postponed his threat to bomb Iran's energy infrastructure, and claims Tehran wants to negotiate a deal with Washington. How has this come about? https://www.dw.com/en/who-is-trump-talking-to-in-iran/a-76507888 © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Ukraine's Nuclear Blackmail: Timeline

https://sputnikglobe.com/20260224/ukraines-nuclear-blackmail-timeline-1123679395.html Since the signing of the Budapest Memorandum, Ukraine has consistently used its renouncement of the Soviet Union's nuclear legacy as a tool for geopolitical bargaining. However, in recent years, Kiev’s rhetoric has gone beyond mere regret over a historical mistake and has transformed into direct threats of revising its non-nuclear status.

US–Israeli War Against Iran (February 28, 2026–Present)

https://sputnikglobe.com/20260320/usisraeli-war-against-iran-february-28-2026present-1123845970.html From Talks to War: US and Israel Launch War Against Iran The Israeli military, together with the US Armed Forces, launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran on February 28, 2026, over the alleged development of a nuclear program by the Islamic Republic.

How US–Israel War on Iran Could Redraw Global Energy Map

https://sputnikglobe.com/20260324/how-usisrael-war-on-iran-could-redraw-global-energy-map-1123887194.html The ongoing chaos in the Persian Gulf contributes to the emergence of new Asian energy hubs, Guilherme da Conceicao, researcher at the Center for Research on Russia, Eurasia and the Post-Soviet Space (CIRE), tells Sputnik.

Iran denies having talks with US, calls them 'meaningless' in current conditions Xinhua | Updated: 2026-03-24 00:08

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/24/WS69c16570a310d6866eb3f696.html TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Monday denied having negotiations with the United States, the country's official IRNA news agency reported, reversing US President Donald Trump's earlier claim that Washington had reached "major points of agreement" with Iran and is in contact with "a top person."

Russian, Iranian FMs discuss Persian Gulf situation via phone Xinhua | Updated: 2026-03-24 01:02

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/24/WS69c17231a310d6866eb3f6ac.html MOSCOW -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had a phone call on Monday with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi to exchange views on developments in the Persian Gulf.

L’interview tellurique de Joe Kent par Tucker Carlson, qui dénonce la prise en otage de Trump par Netanyahou par Alfredo Jalife-Rahme Réseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 23 mars 2026 Deutsch Español

L’interview tellurique de Joe Kent par Tucker Carlson, qui dénonce la prise en otage de Trump par Netanyahou par Alfredo Jalife-Rahme L’interview de Joe Kent par Tucker Carlson a ouvert des portes, jusqu’ici inconnues, dans le monde secret de la politique états-unienne. Le rôle de la principale donatrice des campagnes électorales de Donald Trump y apparaît d’un nouveau jour ; de même que l’assassinat de Charlie Kirk et le deuil national qui l’a suivi. https://www.voltairenet.org/article224030.html Réseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 23 mars 2026 Deutsch Español

Iran : peut-on anéantir une civilisation au nom de la démocratie ? par Thierry Meyssan Réseau Voltaire | Paris (France) | 24 mars 2026 عربي Deutsch ελληνικά Español italiano Nederlands Português русский

Iran : peut-on anéantir une civilisation au nom de la démocratie ? par Thierry Meyssan Contrairement à ce que nos médias nous prient de croire, la République islamique d’Iran n’est pas plus un régime totalitaire que le nôtre. L’Iran est une bien plus ancienne civilisation que l’Occident. Ses habitants y ont des qualités dont nous sommes dépourvus. Non seulement nous ne devrions pas être fiers de les éradiquer, mais nous devrions entendre leur voix. https://www.voltairenet.org/article224021.html Réseau Voltaire | Paris (France) | 24 mars 2026 عربي Deutsch ελληνικά Español italiano Nederlands Português русский

Not the end of the story: why Iran is far from collapse despite ongoing war Opinion: Raz Zimmt|Yesterday | 22:07

Not the end of the story: why Iran is far from collapse despite ongoing war Opinion: As it absorbs heavy blows, Iran’s regime is using the war as a strategic opportunity; its missile array is damaged but recovery is uncertain, nuclear acceleration remains a real risk and the energy crisis is disrupting the global order, demanding cautious assessment Raz Zimmt|Yesterday | 22:07 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/s1tm8065wg

Bombs will not break Iran — but its elites might Analysis: Dr. Mordechai Chaziza|10:44

Bombs will not break Iran — but its elites might Analysis: Iran’s regime is more likely to survive short-term military pressure unless war triggers elite defections inside the Revolutionary Guard and ruling establishment, turning battlefield shock into a broader breakdown of regime cohesion Dr. Mordechai Chaziza|10:44 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/hkarytc511g

Trump says Iran talks ongoing, ‘they have agreed to no nuclear weapon’ Reuters, ynet|11:40

Trump says Iran talks ongoing, ‘they have agreed to no nuclear weapon’ Trump says negotiations led by US envoys have reached key understandings, with Iran agreeing in principle to forgo nuclear weapons as talks continue and a potential deal nears Reuters, ynet|11:40 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/bjwcc6r9be

Israel 'not surprised, going along' with Trump on Iran talks, officials say Itamar Eichner|09:21

Israel 'not surprised, going along' with Trump on Iran talks, officials say Officials say intensive behind-the-scenes contacts between Washington and Tehran, both direct and through Qatari and Turkish mediation, aimed at reaching a deal Itamar Eichner Itamar Eichner|09:21 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/byzd13c9zg

Israel needs to understand that victory must come both on front line and courtroom - editorial ByJPOST EDITORIAL MARCH 23, 2026 05:59

Israel needs to understand that victory must come both on front line and courtroom - editorial The same period that produced fresh Iranian strikes on Israeli towns also produced international legal rhetoric that moved with remarkable speed toward charges of aggression and war crimes. https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-890837 ByJPOST EDITORIAL MARCH 23, 2026 05:59

Iran using ‘satellite-like’ launches to double missile range, ex-IDF air defense chief warns ByYONAH JEREMY BOB MARCH 22, 2026 17:28 Updated: MARCH 22, 2026 21:52

Iran using ‘satellite-like’ launches to double missile range, ex-IDF air defense chief warns After Iran doubled the range of its ballistic missiles from 2,000 to 4,000 kilometers overnight, Ran Kochav tells The Post recent launches may have exposed a clandestine program. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-890817 ByYONAH JEREMY BOB MARCH 22, 2026 17:28 Updated: MARCH 22, 2026 21:52

Trump pitches shared US-Iran Strait of Hormuz control, claims regime change 'already happened' ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, AMICHAI STEIN MARCH 23, 2026 16:25 Updated: MARCH 23, 2026 16:38

Trump pitches shared US-Iran Strait of Hormuz control, claims regime change 'already happened' Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf is leading the talks with the United States, a source told The Jerusalem Post. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-890939 ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, AMICHAI STEIN MARCH 23, 2026 16:25 Updated: MARCH 23, 2026 16:38

US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump considers ‘regime change’ took place in Iran, says Tehran wants to ‘make a deal badly’ Written by: Navya Beri, Merin Varghese, Nischai Vats Updated: Mar 23, 2026 08:10 PM IST Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump considers ‘regime change’ took place in Iran, says Tehran wants to ‘make a deal badly’ US-Israel-Iran War News Today Live Updates: US President Donald Trump had earlier issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over Strait of Hormuz and threatened to strike power plants and energy infrastructure in Tehran. Written by: Navya Beri, Merin Varghese, Nischai Vats Updated: Mar 23, 2026 08:10 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-donald-trump-threats-oil-hormuz-10594811/?ref=breaking_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Aim for balanced development of exports and imports chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-23 17:30

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c10836a310d6866eb3f634.html Editor's note: China's export-oriented economic growth is facing multiple external challenges, and accelerated efforts are needed to explore new avenues for trade development. In an interview with China Economic Times, Huo Jianguo, former head of the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, spoke about the changes needed in the country's export structure. Below are excerpts of the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

Targeted strategy to keep poverty at bay By Zhang Qi | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-23 08:18

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c086eba310d6866eb3f2d8.html Eradicating extreme poverty is a major achievement, but preventing its return is a governance challenge of an entirely different order.

Empowering finance By Wu Wenfeng and Yang Bowen | China Daily Global | Updated: 2026-03-22 21:16

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/22/WS69bfebb9a310d6866eb3f258.html China is using connectivity to build not just a larger bond market but also a more resilient financial hub As China pursues its goal of becoming a financial powerhouse, integrating its bond markets is no longer simply a prerequisite for a unified national market. It now serves as a critical part of financial infrastructure, aimed at improving the transmission of macroeconomic policies and unlocking growth in emerging industries.

Distorting Taiwan's history for political adventurism By David Gosset | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-23 08:12

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c08560a310d6866eb3f2d3.html The recent remarks by the leader of the Taiwan region of China, Lai Ching-te, suggesting that rule under the Kuomintang was worse than Japanese colonial rule, should not be dismissed as a passing controversy. Lai's revisionist framing, combining ignorance with political adventurism, carries significant risks.

Nation aims to tackle deep structural issues head-on By Cheng Shi | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-23 09:31

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c09819a310d6866eb3f422.html During the recently concluded two sessions, the country released its Government Work Report. Within the report, the Chinese government signaled a willingness to tackle deep structural issues head-on, chart a new growth model and boost foundations for long-term development.

Top economic body unveils temporary measures to control gas, diesel prices By Zheng Xin | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-23 16:46

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c0fdf0a310d6866eb3f61f.html China's top economic planner announced on Monday that it is taking temporary control measures on domestic gasoline and diesel prices to shield the economy and consumers from a recent abnormal spike in international crude oil prices.

Institutional opening-up to pay dividends Deep transition expected to strengthen nation's financial system and equip banks in supporting expansion of Chinese companies overseas By JIANG XUEQING | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-23 09:14

Institutional opening-up to pay dividends Deep transition expected to strengthen nation's financial system and equip banks in supporting expansion of Chinese companies overseas By JIANG XUEQING | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-23 09:14 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c093faa310d6866eb3f386.html China is accelerating a deeper phase of financial opening-up, shifting beyond market access toward a new era of "institutional opening" anchored in global standards for rules, regulation, governance and financial infrastructure.

Iranian forces warn of broader retaliation if US targets its power facilities Xinhua | Updated: 2026-03-23 09:18

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/23/WS69c094e9a310d6866eb3f3a3.html TEHRAN - Iran's primary military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, issued a statement on Sunday warning that power plants in countries hosting US bases would be considered legitimate targets if the United States attacks Iran's power facilities.

US threatens attacks on Iran's power plants Tehran warns of countermeasures amid 48-hour ultimatum set by Washington By JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong and CUI HAIPEI in Dubai, UAE | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-22 23:18

US threatens attacks on Iran's power plants Tehran warns of countermeasures amid 48-hour ultimatum set by Washington By JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong and CUI HAIPEI in Dubai, UAE | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-22 23:18 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/22/WS69c00857a310d6866eb3f26d.html The United States has threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants in 48 hours over the Strait of Hormuz issue, just a day after President Donald Trump said he was winding down the war, adding complexity to diplomacy anew.

« Epic Fury » et le retournement des trumpistes contre le président Trump Réseau Voltaire | 19 mars 2026 Deutsch English Español Português

« Epic Fury » et le retournement des trumpistes contre le président Trump Réseau Voltaire | 19 mars 2026 Deutsch English Español Português https://www.voltairenet.org/article224008.html

Joe Kent, directeur du Centre National de Contreterrorisme, démissionne, parce que Donald Trump est parti en guerre « sous la pression d’Israël » par Alfredo Jalife-Rahme Réseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 19 mars 2026 Español Português

Joe Kent, directeur du Centre National de Contreterrorisme, démissionne, parce que Donald Trump est parti en guerre « sous la pression d’Israël » par Alfredo Jalife-Rahme La démission de Joe Kent intervient alors que la guerre contre l’Iran apparaît comme une nouvelle Bérézina. De même que Napoléon avait vaincu tactiquement la Russie, mais perdu stratégiquement face à elle, de même Trump risque de payer très cher sa « victoire » contre l’Iran. La fracture du mouvement Maga est consommée. Déjà Tucker Carlson, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Candace Owens, Nick Fuentes, Thomas Massie, Carrie Prejean Boller, Megyn Kelly etc. ont quitté le navire qui sombre. Seuls restent les partisans inconditionnel du sioniste révisionniste Benyamin Netanyahou. Réseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 19 mars 2026 Español Português https://www.voltairenet.org/article224010.html

Les incendiaires par Manlio Dinucci Réseau Voltaire | Rome (Italie) | 21 mars 2026 Español italiano

Les incendiaires par Manlio Dinucci L’Ukraine, gouvernée par des « nationalistes intégraux », disciples de Dmytro Dontsov, ne cherchent pas à défendre leur pays, mais à lutter contre les « Moscovites ». C’est pourquoi, ils se battent contre la Russie au Soudan et au Mali, en Libye, et désormais dans le golfe arabo-persique. Ils viennent de toucher un méthanier russe, non pas en mer d’Avoz ou en mer Noire, mais dans la Méditerranée, depuis la Libye. Petit à petit, la guerre s’étend, sous nos yeux. https://www.voltairenet.org/article224018.html Réseau Voltaire | Rome (Italie) | 21 mars 2026 Español italiano

The Binding Constraint on AI in Education Is Not Technology. It’s Organizational Culture Jaime SaavedraEzequiel Molina March 13, 2026 This page in: English Español © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/latinamerica/binding-constraint-on-ai-in-education-latin-america When people talk about AI in education, they usually mean AI in classrooms: devices, chatbots, adaptive platforms. The conversation quickly stalls because many schools in low- and middle-income countries lack the infrastructure. So, AI becomes something for well-resourced systems, and everyone else waits. © 2026 World Bank Group, https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/search Water Solutions to Feed 10 Billion People on a Livable Planet New data show how aligning food production with water realities delivers better outcomes. https://www.worldbank.org/ext/en/home

What happened to the land? Long-run agricultural plot panel surveys John LoeserFlorence Kondylis March 16, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/impactevaluations/what-happened-to-the-land--long-run-agricultural-plot-panel-surv The impacts of policies can take many years to materialize, yet surveys of policy beneficiaries often stop just a few years after a baseline survey. Such short-run data collection can miss important impacts: a recent experimental evaluation found lower child mortality when parents received a deworming intervention as children. To capture such slow-to-emerge impacts, a growing number of experimental and quasi-experimental evaluations now collect follow-up data on household beneficiaries years and decades after implementation was completed. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Nature's bottom line: Why Kenya's economic future depends on healthy ecosystems Mansi Vipin PanchamiaNepomuk DunzRachel MokIsfandyar Zaman Khan March 16, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/allaboutfinance/nature-s-bottom-line--why-kenya-s-economic-future-depends-on-hea Kenya's vibrant economy and its rich natural heritage are deeply intertwined. From the farms that feed the country to the stunning landscapes that attract global tourism, a healthy environment is the bedrock of Kenya's prosperity. However, this vital connection is under threat, and the economic consequences of nature degradation are becoming increasingly clear. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Beyond the Dollars: Why Impact and Results Define IDA’s Unique Value Akihiko Nishio March 16, 2026 This page in: English Español العربية 中文 © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/voices/beyond-the-dollars-why-impact-and-results-define-idas-unique-value In an era defined by overlapping crises, from pandemic recovery and climate shocks to debt pressures and fragile conflicts, the global community often asks: Does multilateral development finance still work? Does it deliver where it matters most? © 2026 World Bank Group,

Five Lessons on Creating Jobs and Building Resilience through Local Initiatives Jana ElhorrJanna TenzingMacarena Martin SeguradoNicole Southard March 17, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/climatechange/five-lessons-on-creating-jobs-and-building-resilience-through-local-initiatives Investments in climate resilience could add the equivalent of 150 million jobs in low-and middle-income countries by 2050. These investments encompass critical initiatives like upgrading infrastructure to withstand extreme weather, developing early warning systems, and restoring degraded lands through drought-resistant farming. Investing in climate resilience is not just good for the planet, it directly benefits job creation and unlocks economic growth. © 2026 World Bank Group,

The right way to do industrial policy Indermit Gill March 17, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/the-right-way-to-do-industrial-policy It’s a question nearly as old as government itself: when, if ever, should the state put its thumb on the scale to favor a particular industry? © 2026 World Bank Group,

Gender equality is smart economics: Insights from Women, Business and the Law 2026 Tea TrumbicNorman Loayza March 17, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/gender-equality-is-smart-economics--insights-from-women--busines Facing a shrinking workforce and stubborn stagnation in 2012, Japan placed a pragmatic bet on women. It rolled out a series of reforms to make it easier for women to work, including expanding childcare support, enhancing parental leave, and using tax incentives to spur firms to promote women at work. By 2019, two million more women were employed, female labor force participation reached 67%, and job placement for graduates was nearly universal. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Inside Afghanistan’s private sector: Insights from new Enterprise Survey data Hibret MaemirRafay KhanDavide S. Mare March 17, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/opendata/inside-afghanistan-s-private-sector--insights-from-new-enterpris New results from the latest World Bank Group Enterprise Survey in Afghanistan indicate that, despite prolonged instability and a challenging operating environment, formal private-sector firms are demonstrating resilience and continued investment—pointing to a cautiously optimistic outlook for the sector’s future. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Why digital payments still stop at the small shop—and how to fix it Oya ArdicSalvador Perez-Galindo March 17, 2026 This page in: English العربية © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/psd/why-digital-payments-still-stop-at-small-shop-how-to-fix-it Over the past decade, countries have invested heavily in modern payment systems. Fast payment systems are now widely available, even in many low- and middle-income countries. In many emerging markets, most adults own a debit card, a wallet or transaction account. On paper, the digital rails are in place. © 2026 World Bank Group,

The post-pandemic recovery: Stronger than expected, but not for everyone M. Ayhan KoseJiwon LeeNaotaka Sugawara March 18, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/the-post-pandemic-recovery--stronger-than-expected--but-not-for- The global economy has staged a remarkably strong recovery from the pandemic. Five years after the 2020 global recession, global income per person is about 10 percent higher than in 2019, making this rebound stronger than the recovery that followed the 2009 global financial crisis. This resilience is extraordinary given the succession of shocks that followed the pandemic—from severe supply chain disruptions and the surge in inflation to the sharpest global monetary tightening in decades and rising geopolitical tensions. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Mongolia's child money program: Early account ownership and financial inclusion at scale Mengistu BessirErdenebulgan GanbatLeora KlapperAlexandra Norris March 19, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/allaboutfinance/mongolia-s-child-money-program--early-account-ownership-and-fina Child investment accounts seeded with government funds are generating significant interest among policymakers around the world. Mongolia offers a compelling and underexplored case study: a middle-income country that has operated such a program for two decades, with striking results. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Five ways to strengthen trust in digital government: Lessons from Serbia Michel KerfVanja Kukrika VasojevićAsami OkahashiSrdjan Svircev March 19, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/europeandcentralasia/five-ways-to-strengthen-trust-in-digital-government--lessons-fro Governments across Europe are accelerating the digitalization of public services. While governments move quickly to adopt complex technologies—like online platforms, digital IDs, and artificial intelligence (AI)—that enable faster and more accessible services, how can they simultaneously build citizens’ trust that their data and privacy will be protected? © 2026 World Bank Group,

How trade policy can change where water flows Iryna SikoraFan ZhangChristian Borja-VegaPavel Luengas Sierra March 19, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/trade/how-trade-policy-can-change-where-water-flows Every morning, millions of people start the day with a cup of coffee. Few realize that producing that single cup—from growing the plant to processing the beans—requires around 150 liters of water, most used far from where the coffee is consumed. Add the water required to make a teaspoon of sugar (about 10 liters), a splash of milk (10 liters), and a small cookie (30 liters), and breakfast exceeds what many people use at home in a day. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Weekly links March 20: social protection, small answers to jobs, chips and human capital, industrial policy, and more… David McKenzie March 20, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/impactevaluations/weekly-links-march-20--social-protection--small-answers-to-jobs- Rema Hanna and Ben Olken have edited a new Handbook of Social Protection that is open access (h/t Ugo Gentilini who wrote the second chapter on the history of cash transfers). Looks like an amazing set of chapters written by many of the key experts in the field covering targeting issues, transfer programs, graduation and public works, social insurance programs, and more… © 2026 World Bank Group,

Ten Charts that Explain the Global Waste Crisis Kremena M. Ionkova March 24, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/sustainablecities/what-a-waste-3-charts Solid waste is one of the most visible by-products of human prosperity—and one of the most underestimated threats to our shared future. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Construir capital humano donde más importa En el hogar, el vecindario y el trabajo Alaka Holla, Norbert Schady y Joana Silva Editores © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/493969bb-c0d9-4f3e-a3da-b98595aef80a/content El 70 % de los trabajadores de los países de ingreso bajo y mediano tienen empleos con oportunidades limitadas de capacitación. Cuando el trabajo no contribuye al desarrollo de habilidades, la productividad y los ingresos aumentan más lentamente. © 2026 World Bank Group,

The jobs challenge: why better work means better lives in Latin America and the Caribbean Carlos Rodríguez CastelánLuis Eduardo CastellanosCatalina Garcia GarciaDiana Sanchez CastroHernan Winkler January 14, 2026 This page in: English Español © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/latinamerica/mejores-empleos-significan-mejores-vidas-america-latina Poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is expected to fall to its lowest level on record in 2025. Yet one in four people in the region remains poor, and the reduction has been slow amid weak economic growth. The East Asia and Pacific region is expected to reach nearly the same poverty rate by 2025, but starting from a much higher baseline of 45.4 percent in 2016, compared to LAC's 32.8 percent. © 2026 World Bank Group,

What will It take to level the playing field for women entrepreneurs? Daniela BehrYue Sophie Xi February 17, 2026 This page in: English Español العربية 中文 © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/what-will-it-take-to-level-the-playing-field-for-women-entrepren Women own about one-third of businesses worldwide, yet, in several economies and sectors, women-led firms are virtually absent (Figure 1). The result is trillions in economic potential left untapped. A new paper, Closing the Gender Gap in Entrepreneurship, reveals that the barriers women entrepreneurs face are deeply interconnected and cannot be solved with isolated fixes, demanding coordinated, system-wide solutions. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Breaking the Cycle: Building Wildfire Resilience Across Latin America Erwin De NysMariana Conte Grand March 04, 2026 This page in: English Español Portuguese © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/latinamerica/breaking-the-cycle-building-wildfire-resilience-across-latin-america Wildfires are no longer a seasonal headline as we are seeing these days in Argentina or Chile, they are a systemic risk to lives, livelihoods, and development across Latin America and the Caribbean. © 2026 World Bank Group,

Smarter Water Use Could Feed 10 Billion and Create Nearly 250 Million Jobs This page in:English Français Español © 2026 World Bank Group,

Smarter Water Use Could Feed 10 Billion and Create Nearly 250 Million Jobs WASHINGTON, March 19, 2026— Rebalancing water use across the global food system is key to meeting future food demand sustainably and could generate 245 million long-term jobs, largely in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a new World Bank Group report launched today. https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2026/03/19/smarter-water-use-could-feed-10-billion-and-create-nearly-250-million-jobs © 2026 World Bank Group,

Cauteloso optimismo por el auge de los minerales en África, ante perturbaciones geopolíticas Ignatius Banda Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/cauteloso-optimismo-por-el-auge-de-los-minerales-en-africa-ante-perturbaciones-geopoliticas/ BULAWAYO, Zimbabue – La apuesta de África por los minerales como panacea para impulsar el desarrollo del continente está siendo puesta a prueba por las perturbaciones geopolíticas y el crecimiento de la incertidumbre mundial, mientras las superpotencias mundiales compiten por hacerse con nuevas esferas de influencia. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

(In)justicia lingüística para los indígenas en América Latina Emilio Godoy Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/injusticia-linguistica-para-los-indigenas-en-america-latina/ MÉXICO – Luego de que soldados mexicanos la violaran en el sureño estado mexicano de Guerrero en 2002, la adolescente indígena me’phaa Valentina Rosendo Cantú acudió al Ministerio Público para denunciar el ataque, pero no había un intérprete de su lengua al español. Los funcionarios no hablaron su idioma, ella solo habló el suyo. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

La guerra en Medio Oriente aumenta el hambre en el mundo Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/la-guerra-en-medio-oriente-aumenta-el-hambre-en-el-mundo/ ROMA – Decenas de millones de personas adicionales se enfrentarán a una hambruna aguda si la guerra en Oriente Medio prosigue hasta junio próximo, advirtió en un análisis el Programa Mundial de Alimentos (PMA) de las Naciones Unidas. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Los drones, armas teledirigidas que diezman a civiles y cambian las guerras actuales Thalif Deen Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/los-drones-armas-teledirigidas-que-diezman-a-civiles-y-cambian-las-guerras-actuales/ NACIONES UNIDAS – Mientras el mundo sigue sumido en la agitación política y militar, los drones se utilizan cada vez más como armas de guerra en los conflictos que se esparcen actualmente por el mundo, entre ellos el estallado con la invasión de Rusia a Ucrania, el de Israel contra Palestina y en particular Gaza, el de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán o el de Israel contra Líbano, además de en las guerras civiles de la República Democrática del Congo (RDC), Sudán y Haití. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Malaui, Mozambique y Tanzania lanzan proyecto para proteger su común río Ruvuma Kizito Makoye Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/malaui-mozambique-y-tanzania-lanzan-proyecto-para-proteger-su-comun-rio-ruvuma/ DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – Al amanecer, el río Ruvuma fluye silenciosamente a través de un vasto humedal a lo largo de la frontera entre Tanzania y Mozambique. Sus aguas turbias parecen tranquilas, alteradas solo por troncos a la deriva y alguna que otra ondulación. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Europa y el multilateralismo Manuel Manonelles Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Europa y el multilateralismo Manuel Manonelles Este es un artículo de opinión de Manuel Manonelles, profesor asociado de Relaciones Internacionales de la española Blanquerna-Universidad Ramon Llull. https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/europa-y-el-multilateralismo/ BARCELONA, España – “Europa no puede seguir siendo la custodia del antiguo orden mundial, un orden que ya no existe y que no volverá…, necesitamos una política exterior más realista y dirigida por el interés”. Estas son algunas de las palabras de hace unos días de la presidenta de la Comisión Europea, Ursula von der Leyen, en la Conferencia de Embajadores de la Unión Europea (UE) en Bruselas. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Se estanca la reducción de la mortalidad infantil en el mundo Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/se-estanca-la-reduccion-de-la-mortalidad-infantil-en-el-mundo/ NACIONES UNIDAS – Millones de niños menores de cinco años perecen cada año en el mundo por enfermedades prevenibles, y el ritmo de reducción de esas muertes se ha desacelerado desde 2015, indicó un informe divulgado este miércoles 18 por el Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (Unicef). Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Reabre parcialmente el paso de Rafah entre Gaza y Egipto Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/reabre-parcialmente-el-paso-de-rafah-entre-gaza-y-egipto/ NACIONES UNIDAS – El paso fronterizo de Rafah, entre Egipto y la Franja de Gaza, fue reabierto en ambas direcciones este jueves 19, pero solo para permitir el cruce de un número limitado de personas para asistencia médica, informó la Oficina de Coordinación de Asuntos Humanitarios de las Naciones Unidas (Ocha). Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Crédito caro y exclusión financiera de pymes llega a la usura en América Central Edgardo Ayala Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/credito-caro-y-exclusion-financiera-de-pymes-llega-a-la-usura-en-america-central/ SAN SALVADOR – América Central es una de las regiones donde las tasas de interés por préstamos son de las más altas en América Latina y que, en algunos casos, rayan en la usura, un aspecto que golpea áreas importantes de las economías de esas naciones, como las micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas (pymes). Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Asesinados en Colombia cien defensores de derechos cada año Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/asesinados-en-colombia-cien-defensores-de-derechos-cada-ano/ GINEBRA – En Colombia hubo 972 asesinatos de personas defensoras de derechos humanos entre 2016 y 2025, un promedio de casi 100 muertes por año, expuso un informe de la oficina del Alto Comisionado de las Naciones Unidas para los Derechos Humanos (Acnudh) divulgado este jueves 19. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Cuba en áspera negociación con EEUU mientras la crisis llega al límite Dariel Pradas Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/cuba-en-aspera-negociacion-con-eeuu-mientras-la-crisis-llega-al-limite/ LA HABANA – Otro corte eléctrico total en Cuba empeoró las protestas y los cacerolazos de la población, mientras el gobierno negocia con Estados Unidos el fin de la asfixia energética a la isla, dentro de una crisis que se hace cada día más insostenible para sus habitantes. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

La guerra civil en Sudán se recrudece por los ataques con drones y las víctimas civiles aumentan Oritro Karim Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/la-guerra-civil-en-sudan-se-recrudece-por-los-ataques-con-drones-y-las-victimas-civiles-aumentan/ NACIONES UNIDAS – Las últimas dos semanas han estado marcadas por una escalada de violencia significativa en la guerra civil en Sudán, con ataques con drones y bombardeos de artillería entre las rebeldes Fuerzas de Apoyo Rápido (RSF) y las Fuerzas Armadas Sudanesas (SAF) que han causado destrucción generalizada, víctimas y desplazamientos, además del desbordamiento bélico a países vecinos. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

¿Ha llegado la Tercera Guerra Mundial? Nickolay Kapitonenko Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

¿Ha llegado la Tercera Guerra Mundial? Este es un artículo de opinión de Nickolay Kapitonenko, profesor asociado del Instituto de Relaciones Internacionales de la Universidad Nacional Taras Shevchenko de Kiev y director del Centro de Estudios de Relaciones Internacionales. https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/ha-llegado-la-tercera-guerra-mundial/ KIEV – Cada vez resulta más difícil ignorar la tensión, la violencia y la incertidumbre que se han apoderado del mundo en los últimos años. El número de guerras va en aumento, se gasta cada vez más dinero en armas y la retórica de las grandes potencias se vuelve cada vez más contundente. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

El impacto de la guerra en Medio Oriente se extiende por Asia Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/el-impacto-de-la-guerra-en-medio-oriente-se-extiende-por-asia/ NACIONES UNIDAS – La guerra que afecta a una docena de países del Medio Oriente, tras los ataques de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán y la réplica iraní, extiende sus impactos sobre el transporte, el comercio, la producción y la vida cotidiana en las economías vulnerables de Asia y el Pacífico. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Brasil, una potencia agrícola en auge y un ejemplo con vulnerabilidades Mario Osava Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://ipsnoticias.net/2026/03/brasil-una-potencia-agricola-en-auge-y-un-ejemplo-con-vulnerabilidades/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Brasil_una_potencia_agrcola_en_auge_y_un_ejemplo_con_vulnerabilidades_Cuba_en_spera_negociacin_con_E RÍO DE JANEIRO – Brasil es un caso singular de desarrollo agrícola acelerado, multiplicó casi por nueve su producción de granos en 50 años, se presenta como un modelo de agricultura tropical, pero tiene vulnerabilidades acentuadas por las guerras y, más existencial y permanente, por la crisis climática. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Cómo desmontar los clichés occidentales sobre la Amazonía Brenda Haas © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Cómo desmontar los clichés occidentales sobre la Amazonía Brenda Haas Hace 19 horasHace 19 horas A los pueblos indígenas y a la selva amazónica se les relaciona con frecuencia con el exotismo. Una muestra en Bonn presenta otra perspectiva cultural, histórica y social de la región. https://www.dw.com/es/exposici%C3%B3n-sobre-la-amazon%C3%ADa-en-bonn-c%C3%B3mo-desmontar-clich%C3%A9s-occidentales/a-76460439?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260320&r=27370842052960704&lid=3840504&pm_ln=333344 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Trump, Cuba y la "maldición del Caribe" Revista de prensa © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Trump, Cuba y la "maldición del Caribe" Revista de prensa Hace 21 horasHace 21 horas Cuba está en el foco de la prensa en alemán de esta semana, que analiza los anuncios de Trump de "tomar" la isla, la situación precaria en la que viven los cubanos, y lo que pueden esperar. https://www.dw.com/es/trump-cuba-y-la-maldici%C3%B3n-del-caribe-que-tem%C3%ADan-sus-predecesores/a-76456081?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260320&r=27370842052960704&lid=3840504&pm_ln=333339 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Un informe analiza de quién es la tierra en América Latina Judit Alonso © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Un informe analiza de quién es la tierra en América Latina Judit Alonso 13/03/202613 de marzo de 2026 El reporte "Estado de la Tenencia y Gobernanza de la Tierra" es el primer balance global integral que estudia sobre cómo se posee, usa y gobierna la tierra en el mundo. https://www.dw.com/es/de-qui%C3%A9n-es-la-tierra-en-am%C3%A9rica-latina-un-informe-mundial-analiza-esta-cuesti%C3%B3n/a-76339315?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260313&r=27370832172960735&lid=3831735&pm_ln=332501 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Irán pide unidad de los países islámicos frente a Israel Noticias DW +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Irán pide unidad de los países islámicos frente a Israel Noticias DW Publicado Hace 6 horasPublicado Hace 6 horasúltima modificación Hace 1 horaúltima modificación Hace 1 hora Minuto a minuto, todos los detalles del 21 de marzo sobre la guerra en Medio Oriente tras los ataques de Israel y Estados Unidos contra Irán. https://www.dw.com/es/ir%C3%A1n-llama-a-la-unidad-de-los-pa%C3%ADses-musulmanes-frente-a-israel/live-76464858 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Irán no apuesta por la diplomacia frente a EE. UU. Kersten Knipp Hace 17 horasHace 17 horas A pesar de la presión militar de Washington, Teherán mantiene una postura desafiante. Los expertos creen que hay mucha desconfianza y escasa motivación para que Irán se muestre dispuesto a dialogar. https://www.dw.com/es/iran-no-apuesta-por-la-diplomacia-en-guerra-contra-ee-uu-e-israel/a-76461890 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Guerra en Irán: los Estados del Golfo reevalúan a sus socios Kersten Knipp Hace 19 horasHace 19 horas Los ataques iraníes han intensificado las dudas sobre los compromisos de seguridad de Estados Unidos en la región del Golfo, que depende de la estabilidad, sobre todo, en el ámbito económico. https://www.dw.com/es/guerra-contra-ir%C3%A1n-por-qu%C3%A9-los-estados-del-golfo-reeval%C3%BAan-a-sus-socios/a-76457672 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

¿Por qué es tan importante el yacimiento de gas South Pars? Timothy Rooks +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

¿Por qué es tan importante el yacimiento de gas South Pars? Timothy Rooks 19/03/202619 de marzo de 2026 Un ataque al yacimiento de gas South Pars tiene repercusiones más allá de Irán y el Medio Oriente. Es la base del suministro energético iraní. Los mercados están en vilo y el precio del petróleo se dispara. https://www.dw.com/es/por-qu%C3%A9-es-tan-importante-el-yacimiento-de-gas-south-pars/a-76440462?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260319&r=27370832912960798&lid=3839198&pm_ln=333146 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Guerra en Irán pone en riesgo el suministro de helio y chips Timothy Rooks 19/03/202619 de marzo de 2026 El aumento de las tensiones en Medio Oriente sacude a fabricantes de chips de alta gama. Entre las últimas incertidumbres geopolíticas del sector figura una escasez de helio que podría ralentizar la producción global. https://www.dw.com/es/guerra-en-ir%C3%A1n-pone-en-riesgo-el-suministro-de-helio-y-la-industria-de-chips/a-76436703?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260319&r=27370832912960798&lid=3839198&pm_ln=333147 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Cronología de los ataques de EE. UU. e Israel contra Irán DW Español Hace 22 horasHace 22 horas Desde el 28 de febrero de 2026, la guerra entre EE. UU., Israel e Irán ha desatado una grave escalada, con consecuencias humanitarias y diplomáticas globales. DW Español sigue los acontecimientos con blogs en vivo. https://www.dw.com/es/cronolog%C3%ADa-de-los-ataques-de-ee-uu-e-israel-contra-ir%C3%A1n/a-76188763?maca=spa-newsletter_sp_Titulares-2358-xml-newsletter&at_medium=Newsletter&at_campaign=ES%20-%20Titulares&at_dw_language=es&at_number=20260319&r=27370832912960798&lid=3839198&pm_ln=333150 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

TB Risk Should not Depend on Where We Are Born By Alemnew Dagnew Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

TB Risk Should not Depend on Where We Are Born By Alemnew Dagnew https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/tb-risk-should-not-depend-on-where-we-are-born/ WASHINGTON DC, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - In many high-income countries, even a small number of tuberculosis (TB) diagnoses can generate headlines and prompt a rapid public health response. Recent situations in U.S. cities such as Seattle and San Francisco illustrate this, where media coverage has focused on the number of children being tested after TB disease was identified in a school. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Sudanese Civil War Escalates as Drone Strikes Deepen Civilian Toll and Regional Risks By Oritro Karim Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Sudanese Civil War Escalates as Drone Strikes Deepen Civilian Toll and Regional Risks By Oritro Karim https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/sudanese-civil-war-escalates-as-drone-strikes-deepen-civilian-toll-and-regional-risks/ UNITED NATIONS, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - The past two weeks have marked a significantly violent escalation in the Sudanese Civil War, with drone strikes and artillery shelling between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) causing widespread destruction, casualties, and displacement. With humanitarian responses critically underfunded and the scale of needs, including the hunger crisis, continuing to grow, experts warn that millions in Sudan could be affected by famine, violence, or prolonged displacement. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Europe and Multilateralism By Manuel Manonelles Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Europe and Multilateralism By Manuel Manonelles https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/europe-and-multilateralism/ BARCELONA, Spain, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - “Europe can no longer be a custodian for the old-world order, for a world that has gone and will not return (…) we need a more realistic and interest-driven foreign policy.” These were some of the words pronounced one week ago by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, at the EU Ambassadors’ Conference in Brussels. A speech that sparked considerable controversy: an almost immediate rebuttal from the President of the Council, Antonio Costa; rumours of a motion of censure against Von der Leyen in the European Parliament; more or less public reproaches from several European leaders; and a swift and complete retraction by the President herself. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Tanzania, Mozambique and Malawi Launch $7.12 Million GEF Project to Protect the Ruvuma Basin By Kizito Makoye Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Tanzania, Mozambique and Malawi Launch $7.12 Million GEF Project to Protect the Ruvuma Basin By Kizito Makoye https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/tanzania-mozambique-and-malawi-launch-7-12-million-gef-project-to-protect-the-ruvuma-basin/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, Mar 16 2026 (IPS) - At dawn, the Ruvuma River moves quietly through a vast wetland along the border between Tanzania and Mozambique. Its muddy waters appear calm, disturbed only by drifting logs and the occasional ripple. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Oil Shocks, Political Upheaval and the One Solution Governments Keep Ignoring By Andrew Firmin Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Oil Shocks, Political Upheaval and the One Solution Governments Keep Ignoring By Andrew Firmin https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/oil-shocks-political-upheaval-and-the-one-solution-governments-keep-ignoring/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ LONDON, Mar 16 2026 (IPS) - Once again, global oil prices are spiking, driven by the Israeli-US war against Iran. With Iran retaliating by attacking infrastructure and transport hubs and blocking the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world’s oil passes, oil supplies from the region are being choked, pushing up prices. The cost of a barrel of Brent crude – the international benchmark for oil prices – stood at US$73 before the conflict but has surged beyond US$100 since. It could go higher still as war continues. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

At CSW70, Advocates Warn Conflict Is Deepening Barriers to Justice for Women and Girls By Oritro Karim Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

At CSW70, Advocates Warn Conflict Is Deepening Barriers to Justice for Women and Girls By Oritro Karim https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/at-csw70-advocates-warn-conflict-is-deepening-barriers-to-justice-for-women-and-girls/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ UNITED NATIONS, Mar 17 2026 (IPS) - The 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) has brought together global leaders, gender equity advocates, and youth representatives at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters to advance efforts to strengthen mechanisms for justice, equality, and representation for women and girls worldwide. With challenges particularly pronounced in conflict zones, this year’s priority theme —“ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls — focuses on repealing discriminatory laws and addressing persistent structural barriers that prevent women and girls from being fully heard, represented, and treated equally. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Rapid Rise of Smart City Surveillance Tech Across Africa to Spy on Citizens By The Institute of Development Studies Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Rapid Rise of Smart City Surveillance Tech Across Africa to Spy on Citizens By The Institute of Development Studies https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/rapid-rise-of-smart-city-surveillance-tech-across-africa-to-spy-on-citizens/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ BRIGHTON, UK, Mar 17 2026 (IPS) - A massive expansion of AI-enabled surveillance of public spaces across Africa is violating citizens’ freedoms and the fundamental human right to privacy, warns a new report by the Institute of Development Studies. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Philippines: ICC Hearing Gives Survivors of Duterte’s Drug War Hope By Ed Holt Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Philippines: ICC Hearing Gives Survivors of Duterte’s Drug War Hope By Ed Holt https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/philippines-icc-hearing-gives-survivors-of-dutertes-drug-war-hope/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ BRATISLAVA, Mar 17 2026 (IPS) - Gito* had just arrived at his father’s house in Caloocan City in the Philippines on December 7, 2016, when three armed policemen burst into the home, grabbed his father, took him outside and shot him multiple times. Gito told IPS his father had put his hands up when the officers told him they had come to arrest him, but they opened fire anyway. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Ranking U.S. Presidents: Best and Worst By Joseph Chamie Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Ranking U.S. Presidents: Best and Worst By Joseph Chamie https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/ranking-u-s-presidents-best-and-worst/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ PORTLAND, USA, Mar 17 2026 (IPS) - Throughout its 250-year history, following the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, the United States has elected 47 presidents. From George Washington in 1789 to Donald Trump in 2024, each U.S. president has left their mark on the nation and the world in various ways. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Iran Conflict: “Civil War Will Be Inevitable” By Karlos Zurutuza Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Iran Conflict: “Civil War Will Be Inevitable” By Karlos Zurutuza https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/iran-conflict-civil-war-will-be-inevitable/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, Mar 17 2026 (IPS) - Iranian and Israeli flags fill the centre of Manchester, in northern England. There are also portraits of a king overthrown almost half a century ago and of his son, now a claimant to the throne from exile. It is yet another march of Iranians calling for Reza Pahlavi as an alternative to the regime of the ayatollahs. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

A Remotely-Piloted Weapon That Targets Civilians in War Zones By Thalif Deen Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

A Remotely-Piloted Weapon That Targets Civilians in War Zones By Thalif Deen https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/a-remotely-piloted-weapon-that-targets-civilians-in-war-zones/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ UNITED NATIONS, Mar 18 2026 (IPS) - As the world continues to be weighed down in political and military turmoil, drones are being increasingly used as weapons of war in a rash of ongoing conflicts—including Ukraine vs Russia, Israel vs Palestine, US vs Iran and Israel vs Lebanon, plus in civil wars in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Sudan and Haiti. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Beyond Stereotypes: Reclaiming Muslim Histories during Ramadan By Mariya Salim Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Beyond Stereotypes: Reclaiming Muslim Histories during Ramadan By Mariya Salim https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/beyond-stereotypes-reclaiming-muslim-histories-during-ramadan/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ DELHI, India, Mar 18 2026 (IPS) - In public discourse today, Muslims often appear as subjects of debate rather than authors of their own histories. Discussions about Muslim societies tend to revolve around geopolitics, security or conflict, leaving little space for the cultural, artistic and intellectual traditions that have shaped Muslim communities across centuries. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

CHINA: ‘The State Is Using Generative AI to Engineer Reality Through Informational Gaslighting’ By CIVICUS Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

CHINA: ‘The State Is Using Generative AI to Engineer Reality Through Informational Gaslighting’ By CIVICUS https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/china-the-state-is-using-generative-ai-to-engineer-reality-through-informational-gaslighting/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ Mar 18 2026 (IPS) - CIVICUS discusses China’s tech-enabled repression with Fergus Ryan, a Senior Analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI), where he specialises in how the Chinese Communist Party shapes global information environments through censorship, propaganda and platform governance. His research includes a major study on China’s AI ecosystem and its human rights impacts, as well as investigations into China’s use of foreign influencers. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Africa’s Minerals Boon, Cautious Optimism Amid Geopolitical Disruptions By Ignatius Banda Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Africa’s Minerals Boon, Cautious Optimism Amid Geopolitical Disruptions By Ignatius Banda https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/africas-minerals-boon-cautious-optimism-amid-geopolitical-disruptions/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe, Mar 18 2026 (IPS) - Africa’s eye on minerals as the be-all-and-cure-all for the continent’s development agenda is being tested by geopolitical gamesmanship as global superpowers jostle to carve new spheres of influence. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Young Afghan Taekwondo Women Coach Chose Resistance over Surrender to Taliban Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Young Afghan Taekwondo Women Coach Chose Resistance over Surrender to Taliban The author is an Afghanistan-based female journalist, trained with Finnish support before the Taliban take-over. Her identity is withheld for security reasons. https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/young-afghan-taekwondo-women-coach-chose-resistance-over-surrender-to-taliban/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ HERAT, Afghanistan, Mar 18 2026 (IPS) - When Khadija Ahmadzada was arrested in Herat province of Afghanistan in January this year, it sparked widespread domestic and international protests. Women’s rights activists and social media users raised their voices with slogans such as “Sport is not a crime,” “Education is a right for women,” and “Don’t erase women,” often using the hashtag #BeHerVoice. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

80 Percent of Rural Households Without Direct Water Access – World Water Report By Umar Manzoor Shah Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

80 Percent of Rural Households Without Direct Water Access – World Water Report By Umar Manzoor Shah https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/80-percent-of-rural-households-without-direct-water-access-world-water-report/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ A new United Nations report has warned that global water inequality remains one of the most pressing development challenges of the decade, with billions still lacking safe drinking water and sanitation – while women and girls continue to bear the heaviest burden of water insecurity. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

International Tensions Spark New Nuclear Threat By Samuel King Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

International Tensions Spark New Nuclear Threat By Samuel King https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/international-tensions-spark-new-nuclear-threat/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ BRUSSELS, Belgium, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - When German Chancellor Friedrich Merz opened the 62nd Munich Security Conference by declaring that the post-war rules-based order ‘no longer exists’, there was plenty of evidence to back his claim. Israel is committing genocide in Gaza in defiance of international law, Russia is four years into its illegal invasion of Ukraine, the last nuclear arms control treaty between Russia and the USA has just expired and the USA has withdrawn from 66 international bodies and commitments. Since the conference, Israel and the USA have launched another war on Iran, threatening to spark a broader regional conflict. Meanwhile the UN is undergoing a funding crisis, cutting staff and programmes, and civil society organisations that relied on US Agency for International Development funding are facing closure. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

How a Handful of Fishers Show How Harpooning Can Be Ecologically Sustainable By Bharath Thampi Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

How a Handful of Fishers Show How Harpooning Can Be Ecologically Sustainable By Bharath Thampi https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/how-a-handful-of-fishers-show-how-harpooning-can-be-an-ecologically-sustainable/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, India, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - Sudhi Kumar animatedly moves his hands, resembling a graceful dance performance, as he demonstrates how a fishing harpoon is used. He has been on a brief hiatus from harpooning, owing to the recent rough nature of the sea, and doesn’t have the tool with him as we speak. But more than three decades of experience using harpoons is apparent in how vividly he uses his body to mimic the process. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Running on Sunshine: Pakistan’s Solar Boom to Tide Over Middle East Energy Crisis By Zofeen Ebrahim Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Running on Sunshine: Pakistan’s Solar Boom to Tide Over Middle East Energy Crisis By Zofeen Ebrahim https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/03/running-on-sunshine-pakistans-solar-boom-to-tide-over-middle-east-energy-crisis/?utm_source=email_marketing&utm_admin=146128&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Pakistans_Solar_Boom_to_Tide_Over_Middle_East_Energy_Crisis_Philippines_ICC_Hearing_Gives_Survivors_ KARACHI, Pakistan, Mar 20 2026 (IPS) - Energy expert Vaqar Zakaria believes solar power makes “excellent economic sense” – and he lives by it. For over five years, his rooftop panels have slashed his bills, sometimes to zero, even allowing him to sell surplus electricity back through net metering. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

Joe Kent, directeur du Centre National de Contreterrorisme, démissionne, parce que Donald Trump est parti en guerre « sous la pression d’Israël » par Alfredo Jalife-RahmeRéseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 19 mars 2026 Español

Joe Kent, directeur du Centre National de Contreterrorisme, démissionne, parce que Donald Trump est parti en guerre « sous la pression d’Israël » par Alfredo Jalife-Rahme La démission de Joe Kent intervient alors que la guerre contre l’Iran apparaît comme une nouvelle Bérézina. De même que Napoléon avait vaincu tactiquement la Russie, mais perdu stratégiquement face à elle, de même Trump risque de payer très cher sa « victoire » contre l’Iran. La fracture du mouvement Maga est consommée. Déjà Tucker Carlson, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Candace Owens, Nick Fuentes, Thomas Massie, Carrie Prejean Boller, Megyn Kelly etc. ont quitté le navire qui sombre. Seuls restent les partisans inconditionnel du sioniste révisionniste Benyamin Netanyahou. Réseau Voltaire | Mexico (Mexique) | 19 mars 2026 Español https://www.voltairenet.org/article224010.html

China This Week | Response to Iran war, Two Sessions meeting, and more heads roll Written by: Rishika Singh Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd. ++

China This Week | Response to Iran war, Two Sessions meeting, and more heads roll Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition looks at China’s reaction to events concerning Iran, signals from a key policy meeting and the latest in the state’s ongoing ‘anti-corruption’ purge. Written by: Rishika Singh 7 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 9, 2026 10:08 AM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/china-this-week-response-iran-war-two-sessions-purge-10571556/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd. China This Week | Possible delay in Trump’s China visit, India’s FDI changes, and new Five-Year Plan Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition details the postponement of Trump’s visit to China amid the Iran War, an important FDI relaxation in India and China’s new Five-Year Plan. Written by: Rishika Singh 6 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 17, 2026 08:41 AM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/china-this-week-delay-trump-visit-fdi-five-year-plan-10585087/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Expert Explains: How Iran’s response upset US-Israeli calculations, what it means for the Gulf’s future Written by: Omair Anas Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Expert Explains: How Iran’s response upset US-Israeli calculations, what it means for the Gulf’s future Israel’s military strategies have evolved mostly in confrontation with non-state actors like Hamas and Hezbollah. These asymmetrical wars have helped Israel as well as exposed it to state actors like Iran. Written by: Omair Anas 7 min readUpdated: Mar 15, 2026 06:40 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/iran-response-upset-us-israeli-calculations-gulf-future-10583338/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Expert Explains | As war drags into third week, what Iran is looking to achieve Written by: Bashir Ali Abbas Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Expert Explains | As war drags into third week, what Iran is looking to achieve Tehran's present response is a far cry from the face-saving positions Iran has adopted in previous conflicts, especially the 12-day war in June 2025. So what has enabled this new Iranian position? What could be its likely outcome? Written by: Bashir Ali Abbas 6 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 19, 2026 12:45 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/iran-war-strategy-explained-us-israel-conflict-10587082/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

How World War 1 redrew Persian Gulf’s map and why Trump’s South Pars threat echoes a century of conflict Written by: Nikita Mohta Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

How World War 1 redrew Persian Gulf’s map and why Trump’s South Pars threat echoes a century of conflict For over 5,000 years, the Persian Gulf has been a hub of civilisation. From Elam and Sumer to the Assyrians and Babylonians, ancient societies thrived along its shores, trading and connecting with coastal communities. Written by: Nikita Mohta 5 min readNew DelhiMar 19, 2026 05:53 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/research/how-world-war-1-redrew-persian-gulfs-map-and-why-trumps-south-pars-threat-echoes-a-century-of-conflict-10590671/?ref=newlist_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

In West Asia, a war we did not start. At home, a price we cannot avoid Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

In West Asia, a war we did not start. At home, a price we cannot avoid The Iran-US war is not a distant geopolitical event. It is an economic emergency unfolding in India's import bill, its currency, its stock markets, and in the kitchens of 330 million households https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/west-asia-war-india-economic-cost-1991-crisis-comparison-10590740/?ref=hometop_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

‘The US knew nothing’: What Trump’s distancing from Israel’s oil field strike says about Iran war Written by: Bhaskar Sarma, Anil Sasi Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

‘The US knew nothing’: What Trump’s distancing from Israel’s oil field strike says about Iran war South Pars is the world's largest gas field. The attack marks only the second one by Israel and the US on Iranian downstream facilities since the war started. Written by: Bhaskar Sarma, Anil Sasi 6 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 19, 2026 04:36 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/south-pars-iran-qatar-importance-10589341/?ref=myie_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Tariffs, AI, war, oil: what next for Indian stock markets Written by: Siddharth Upasani Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Tariffs, AI, war, oil: what next for Indian stock markets Corporate earnings, domestic growth and inflation, and foreign demand for Indian goods will all get affected by the elevated oil prices Written by: Siddharth Upasani 5 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 19, 2026 11:12 AM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/tariffs-ai-war-oil-what-next-for-indian-stock-markets-10589976/?utm_source=Taboola_Recirculation&utm_medium=RC&utm_campaign=IE&tbref=hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Hegseth vows to ‘finish’ Iran war, says ‘Today will be largest strike package on Tehran’ Written by: Navya Beri, Chithira N Raju, Nischai Vats, Merin Varghese Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Hegseth vows to ‘finish’ Iran war, says ‘Today will be largest strike package on Tehran’ US-Israel-Iran War Today News Live Updates: After Iran struck world's largest LNG facility twice in 24 hours, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Tehran's 11 submarines 'are gone' and that US military hit more than 90 targets on Iran’s Kharg Island. Make us preferred source on Google https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-missiles-drones-attack-larijani-killing-10587785/?ref=hometop_hp Written by: Navya Beri, Chithira N Raju, Nischai Vats, Merin Varghese Updated: Mar 19, 2026 06:48 PM IST Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Iran war: Why Ras Laffan and South Pars attacks compound India’s worries Written by: Sukalp Sharma, Anil Sasi Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Iran war: Why Ras Laffan and South Pars attacks compound India’s worries The Ras Laffan hit is of particular significance, not just for global LNG flows but also for India, which is already grappling with an LPG supply crisis. Written by: Sukalp Sharma, Anil Sasi 9 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 19, 2026 04:09 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/south-pars-ras-laffan-strikes-significance-india-worries-lng-10590145/?ref=breaking_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US Fed keeps interest rate unchanged at 3.5-3.75 pct Xinhua | Updated: 2026-03-19 02:31

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69baef9ca310d6866eb3e8d1.html WASHINGTON -- The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday decided to maintain its target range for the federal funds rate at 3.5-3.75 percent, in line with market expectations.

Japan on the horns of dilemma: Experts Washington's Hormuz request puts Tokyo in tough spot before meeting By HOU JUNJIE in Tokyo | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-19 09:06

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb4c3ca310d6866eb3e9cd.html Opposition is growing in Japan to a United States request for Tokyo to dispatch naval vessels to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

Tehran vows vengeance after Larijani killing By Cui Haipei in Dubai, UAE | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-19 00:29

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bad2e0a310d6866eb3e8c3.html Explosions and interception attempts marked Wednesday in Israel and a host of Gulf nations as Iran swore vengeance for the killing of top security official Ali Larijani in an overnight Israeli strike.

Efforts can further tap Sino-US trade potential China, US delegations concluded their sixth round of talks recently in Paris By Liu Zhihua and Wang Yu | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-19 08:55

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb4982a310d6866eb3e96c.html The fundamental complementarity between the Chinese and US economies offers a solid foundation for pragmatic cooperation, but realizing this potential requires mutual efforts, a senior trade expert told China Daily in an exclusive interview.

'Shopping in China' creating opportunities for multinational firms By LI WENFANG in Guangzhou and ZHANG CHENXU in Beijing | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-19 09:13

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb4de1a310d6866eb3ea0f.html China's "Shopping in China" initiative is creating fresh opportunities for multinational companies as the country steps up efforts to boost inbound consumption and further open up its consumer market, said Harley Seyedin, chairman and president of the American Chamber of Commerce in South China.

Expert: China should break 'low prices, low profits, and low incomes' cycle By Sun Chi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-19 09:01

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb4b0ba310d6866eb3e999.html The core challenge facing China's economy today is to break the structural cycle of "low prices, low profits, and low incomes". The key to resolving this predicament lies in "investing in people" and boosting household consumption, Liu Qiao, professor and dean of Guanghua School of Management, Peking University, said at the 2026 PKU Guanghua Economic Outlook and Policy Analysis Conference After the two sessions on Tuesday in Beijing.

Escalation trap visible in Gulf conflict By Robert A. Pape | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2026-03-19 07:45

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb3920a310d6866eb3e913.html Modern wars rarely begin with leaders intending to fight long, costly conflicts. More often they begin with limited objectives and confidence that escalation can be controlled. But history shows that actions meant to force an opponent to back down instead trigger retaliation that widens the conflict. What begins as a limited campaign gradually expands in scope, geography and stakes. I call this dynamic the escalation trap — a situation in which each side's attempt to gain advantage pushes both deeper into a conflict neither originally sought.

Chinese FDI revving up growth in Central Asia By Djoomart Otorbaev | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2026-03-19 07:36

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb3713a310d6866eb3e90b.html Over the past decade, the economic relationship between China and Central Asia has shifted from transactional trade to deep strategic investment. China's foreign direct investment in the region is not merely growing in size but transforming regional economies, creating new value chains and laying the foundation for mutually beneficial long-term cooperation. Data show that China has emerged not only as a dominant economic partner for Central Asian nations, but also as a source of stable capital during a period of global retreat in FDI flows.

Sino-US talks a 'meaningful' step forward By YIFAN XU in Washington | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-19 00:36

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bad491a310d6866eb3e8c6.html As officials from China and the United States wrapped up one-and-a-half days of economic and trade talks in Paris on Monday, some US experts described the outcome as a modest but meaningful step toward greater stability in bilateral economic relations.

Experts: Too soon to predict El Nino effect By ZHAO YIMENG | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2026-03-19 07:09

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/19/WS69bb30b5a310d6866eb3e8fa.html Dire social media warnings about record-breaking heat and extreme weather conditions this year may be drawing widespread attention, but experts have said that it is too early to predict if a super El Nino — a climate phenomenon marked by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific — will develop this year.