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March 07, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

China's Strategic Concerns as Iran Conflict Ripples Globally

China is navigating the geopolitical impacts of the Iran war, weighing its regional ambitions against emerging threats to stability.

#China #Middle East #Iran

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Indonesia Plans Ban on Social Media for Under-16s: Implications Unfold

The New York Times

March 07, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Indonesia Plans Ban on Social Media for Under-16s: Implications Unfold

Indonesia announces a ban restricting social media use for children under 16, sparking debates over its implementation and effects.

#Indonesia #social media #digital regulation

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China's Strategic Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict

BBC

March 07, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

China's Strategic Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict

As conflict escalates in the Middle East, China faces strategic dilemmas affecting its regional ambitions.

#China #Middle East #Iran conflict

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Afghanistan Averts Pakistani Airstrikes on Bagram amid Rising Tensions

The Guardian

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Afghanistan Averts Pakistani Airstrikes on Bagram amid Rising Tensions

Afghanistan announced it thwarted Pakistan's airstrike attempt on Bagram, escalating cross-border tensions and highlighting rising conflict.

#Afghanistan #Pakistan #Bagram Airbase

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Australian Navy in Crosshairs After U.S. Sub Sinks Iranian Warship

The New York Times

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Australian Navy in Crosshairs After U.S. Sub Sinks Iranian Warship

Prime Minister Albanese warns of heightened military tensions after three Australians were on a U.S. submarine that attacked an Iranian warship.

#Australia #United States #Iran

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China's Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict: Strategic Dilemmas

BBC

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

China's Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict: Strategic Dilemmas

China faces challenges in maintaining its ambitions amid Iran conflict, causing ripples in its strategic plans in the Middle East.

#China #Middle East #Iran

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Coroner Criticizes Delayed Health Screenings in NSW Prisons

The Guardian

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Coroner Criticizes Delayed Health Screenings in NSW Prisons

NSW coroner critiques policy changes delaying Indigenous inmate health screenings, linked to custodial death of Yuin elder.

#Indigenous rights #health policy #Australia

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US-Iran Tensions Highlight Gaps in India's Security Role

Al Jazeera

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

US-Iran Tensions Highlight Gaps in India's Security Role

The US sinking of an Iranian ship exposes India's security vulnerabilities in the Indian Ocean, questioning its regional protector role.

#India #Iran #United States

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Kim Jong Un's Naval Aspirations: A New Era for North Korea's Maritime Strategy

Deutsche Welle

March 06, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Kim Jong Un's Naval Aspirations: A New Era for North Korea's Maritime Strategy

Kim Jong Un orders annual construction of new warships, showcasing North Korea's naval ambitions and regional security challenges.

#North Korea #Kim Jong Un #military strategy

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US Supports Pakistan's Defense Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan

The Guardian

March 05, 2026 • 2 min read • James Chen

US Supports Pakistan's Defense Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan

Amid escalating tensions, Washington endorses Pakistan's defense strategies against the Taliban following recent airstrikes in Afghanistan.

#Pakistan #Afghanistan #Taliban

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Nepal's Gen Z: Driving Political Change and Democracy

The New York Times

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Nepal's Gen Z: Driving Political Change and Democracy

Nepal's upcoming election marks a pivotal moment as Gen Z takes a stand against corruption, shaping the future of the nation's governance.

#Nepal election #Gen Z #corruption

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Myanmar's Junta Chief Aspires for Presidential Transformation

The New York Times

March 04, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Myanmar's Junta Chief Aspires for Presidential Transformation

Myanmar's military leader, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, aims for the presidency post-sham elections, seeking legitimacy through civilian governance.

#Myanmar #military junta #democracy

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China's Strategic Concerns as Iran Conflict Ripples Globally

Indonesia Plans Ban on Social Media for Under-16s: Implications Unfold

China's Strategic Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict

Afghanistan Averts Pakistani Airstrikes on Bagram amid Rising Tensions

Australian Navy in Crosshairs After U.S. Sub Sinks Iranian Warship

China's Balancing Act Amid Middle East Conflict: Strategic Dilemmas

Coroner Criticizes Delayed Health Screenings in NSW Prisons

US-Iran Tensions Highlight Gaps in India's Security Role

Kim Jong Un's Naval Aspirations: A New Era for North Korea's Maritime Strategy

US Supports Pakistan's Defense Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan

Nepal's Gen Z: Driving Political Change and Democracy

Myanmar's Junta Chief Aspires for Presidential Transformation