Category: World
Israel targets X users, right-wing media with $2 million ad push
The Israeli government paid a Republican Party-aligned public affairs company $9.9 million to advertise and promote content in American social media and news…
Pakistan thought it won the peace. Now, it could be dragged into war.
Four weeks ago, Pakistan looked like one of the biggest winners of the U.S.-Iran war.Its army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, shuttled between…
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity: Nobel Laureates Call for Global Safeguards
“I’m sorry, Dave. I’m afraid I can’t do that.” By bringing the supercomputer HAL 9000 to life in his 1968 film 2001: A…
Global Value Chain Trade Reaches Historic Highs, Despite Push for Reshoring
Despite rising geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions and calls to bring production back to domestic shores, the global economy remains more interconnected than it…
From the General Assembly to Harlem: Mandela’s Call to Action Endures
Sixty-seven minutes. That is how long volunteers spent serving lunch to people experiencing food insecurity at Refettorio Harlem in New York City last…
France is doubling down on nukes. Will Europe pay a price?
Europe’s security fears are real and legitimate. But deploying nuclear-capable aircraft to Russia’s doorstep is not the answer, and Washington’s contradictions are making…
With Trump distracted by Iran, Netanyahu is squeezing Gaza
The U.S. war with Iran continues to be a major distraction, diverting attention from other problems even within the Middle East. The Israeli…
The Houthi blockade puts Trump in a serious bind
On Monday, Yemen’s Houthis announced a blockade of Saudi Arabia, marking a major escalation that could ratchet up pressure on global oil markets…
John Esposito, 86, showed how Islamophobia warped US policy
My former Georgetown professor, John Esposito, passed away on July 15, 2026, just as the military campaign between the U.S. and Iran reignited…
Global AI Governance Cannot Wait As the Digital Divide Widens
Throughout July 2026, various United Nations (UN) bodies and global experts have underscored the need for increased comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) governance. Although…
