international law
US Military Strike Kills Six on Alleged Drug Vessel Near Venezuela: Escalating Caribbean Operations
Oct 15, 2025 06:04 am CST
The Trump administration conducted its fifth deadly strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel near Venezuela, killing six people and escalating tensions in the Caribbean region. The operation, ordered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has sparked bipartisan concern in Congress over legal justification and potential international law violations, while Venezuela warns of possible military escalation and accuses the US of seeking regime change under false pretenses.
The Geographic and Political Barriers to Palestinian Statehood: Beyond Diplomatic Recognition
Sep 26, 2025 04:27 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines how territorial fragmentation through Israeli settlement expansion and governance challenges pose significant obstacles to establishing a viable Palestinian state, despite increasing international recognition. The article explores historical border changes, presents new satellite imagery research on settlement growth, and investigates how geographic realities are fueling cycles of violence that threaten both Palestinian sovereignty and Israeli security.
Marco Rubio Meets Russia's Lavrov On Sidelines Of UN General Assembly
Sep 25, 2025 09:24 am CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Italy Deploys Navy Frigate After Israeli Drone Attack On Gaza Aid Ships
Sep 24, 2025 08:46 pm CST
Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto sent a navy frigate Wednesday to assist a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, after organisers said several of their boats had been targeted by drones off Greece.
Gazans Welcome, Israelis Condemn Western Recognition Of Palestinian state
Sep 22, 2025 10:24 am CST
Recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Canada and Australia on Sunday drew sharply contrasting reactions, with Palestinians in Gaza hailing it as a sign of hope while Israelis voiced anger and concern.
Explained: Who Recognises Palestinian State, Who Doesn't, And Why It Matters
Sep 22, 2025 10:20 am CST
Britain, Australia, Canada and Portugal on Sunday recognised a Palestinian state after nearly two years of war in Gaza, with France, Belgium and other countries poised to follow suit at the UN General Assembly.
Iran Withdraws Draft Resolution To Ban Attacks On Nuclear Facilities
Sep 19, 2025 10:22 pm CST
Iran late Thursday withdrew a draft resolution at the UN nuclear watchdog that called for a ban on attacks against nuclear facilities after its war with Israel, citing US pressure for the last-minute change.
"We Must Unite": Arab, Muslim Leaders Urge Review Of Israel Ties After Doha Strike
Sep 16, 2025 05:13 am CST
Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha on Monday following last week's deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital.
As Bilawal Bhutto Threatens War Over Indus Pact, How India Move Impacts Pak
Jun 25, 2025 04:54 pm CST
Former Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has warned that India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) could lead to war, calling the move "illegal and provocative."