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How the Iran war is bringing back 'citizenship as a weapon'

How the Iran war is bringing back 'citizenship as a weapon'

Several Gulf nations stripping citizenship of those they deem 'disloyal.'
China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters

China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters

However, Myanmar still poses a challenge to Beijing.
Will the Iran war end supremacy of Strait of Hormuz?

Will the Iran war end supremacy of Strait of Hormuz?

Countries are moving to lessen their dependency on the vital strait.
ICC says Philippines' Duterte can stand trial over war on drugs

ICC says Philippines' Duterte can stand trial over war on drugs

'Substantial grounds' to support charges that former president responsible for dozens of murders.
Will Iran war reshape global trade more than COVID?

Will Iran war reshape global trade more than COVID?

Some changes in global trade patterns may become permanent.
China hails countries for blocking Taiwan president's flight

China hails countries for blocking Taiwan president's flight

Beijing denied it had applied economic pressure to block Lai's trip.
India news: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu gear up for voting day

India news: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu gear up for voting day

India marks anniversary of attack in Kashmir that killed 26 civilians.
Iran war: Trump says US extending ceasefire to give Iran more time to negotiate

Iran war: Trump says US extending ceasefire to give Iran more time to negotiate

US president says military to continue blockade, remain ready and able.
UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

One official calls it the 'biggest public health intervention in a generation.'
Amnesty International paints a grim picture

Amnesty International paints a grim picture

2025 report documents rising rights violations involving govts, armed groups.
Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?

Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?

Ukrainian mine-clearer says WW1-era mines still found in Black Sea.
Can Trump get a better Iran deal than Obama?

Can Trump get a better Iran deal than Obama?

The situation is far more complicated than it was a decade ago.
Venezuela: 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Venezuela: 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez

She appears to be filling the power vacuum left by Maduro's ouster.
Iran war: US blockade of Hormuz tests China's restraint

Iran war: US blockade of Hormuz tests China's restraint

China's Foreign Affairs Ministry calls the move 'dangerous and irresponsible'.
Australia appoints first female army chief

Australia appoints first female army chief

Country aims for 25pct women in its military.
US-Iran war: Is Pakistan a real peacemaker?

US-Iran war: Is Pakistan a real peacemaker?

Its proactive role in mediating a global conflict was much appreciated internationally.
US maritime restrictions increase economic pressure on Iran

US maritime restrictions increase economic pressure on Iran

Maritime law experts said enforcement would rely on standard naval procedures.
Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Even adults have trouble regulating own screen time.
US-Iran talks: What prevented a deal and what's next?

US-Iran talks: What prevented a deal and what's next?

Both sides blame each other for negotiations falling apart.
Iran war: Tehran claims victory but people fear what's next

Iran war: Tehran claims victory but people fear what's next

It remains unclear how the US, Israel and Iran will address critical issues.
How farmers adapt as Iran war fertilizer crunch heats up

How farmers adapt as Iran war fertilizer crunch heats up

Farmers and govts seek ways to cope as input costs and shortages intensify.
Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Today, only four countries still have it.
Deterrent or danger: After Iran, are Saudi Arabia and Turkiye next in line for nuclear weapons?

Deterrent or danger: After Iran, are Saudi Arabia and Turkiye next in line for nuclear weapons?

Nuclear weapons have been regarded as deterrents, but Iran's case showed flaws in the assumption.
Pope Leo condemns using God to justify war in Palm Sunday mass

Pope Leo condemns using God to justify war in Palm Sunday mass

Pontiff urges peace, denounces religious justification for violence.