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Over the past two years, a growing body of international reports and investigative journalism has raised serious allegations against the Sudanese Armed Forces concerning the use of internationally prohibited chemical weapons — most notably chlorine gas — during the ongoing war with the Rapid Support Forces.

Chemical weapons in Sudan: Conflict crossing red lines

International pressure grows over allegations of chlorine gas use by Sudanese army

Digital leadership now hinges on trust and unity

BRIDGE Summit 2025 offers global platform to shape inclusive and ethical digital ecosystem

Macky Sall

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Why India cannot choose sides in fractured world order

Putin’s red-carpet welcome underscores self-interest, not alignment, in foreign policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi on Friday, December 5, 2025. India’s relationship with Russia has strong roots, underlined by a robust defence partnership over the decades.

Asia’s power map is shifting beyond US–China contest

Lowy 2025 Index shows region where middle powers drive next phase of strategic change

Asia’s transformation is not defined by a simple narrative of American decline or Chinese ascent. Instead, it depicts a more intricate mosaic.

What if happiness was here all along?

Happiness is not a destination - it is the way we choose to live each day

Happiness is about appreciating what we have, noticing small blessings, and choosing to see the good in our lives.

Breakfast diplomacy fails to hide cracks in Karnataka

Siddharamiah–DKS rivalry leaves Karnataka adrift as Congress watches in silence

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah (right) and his deputy D.K. Shivakumar hold a crucial breakfast meeting amid a leadership issue in the state.

Eid Al Etihad: A celebration of the UAE’s unity, vision

Bold leadership and a deep belief in shared destiny continue to drive the nation forward

At 54 years, Eid Al Etihad remains a powerful reminder of the historic moment in 1971 when the emirates united under one flag.

Eid Al Etihad reflects UAE’s evolving national identity

How unity, tolerance and ambition shape a nation that blends heritage with vision

In many ways, National Day is a mirror reflecting what the UAE stands for: unity, tolerance, diversity, innovation, family cohesion, and gender inclusion.

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What India must learn from China about cleaning its air

Decisive action and coordinated national solutions needed to deal with health emergency

A speedboat is pictured in the Arabian sea amidst smog in Mumbai on November 28, 2025.

Is Trump–Xi breakthrough a real détente or a pause?

Agreements on fentanyl, rare earths signal progress, but past volatility clouds road ahead

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have said that US-China relations should be managed and sustained, in contrast to the increasing tensions of the past.

When birth goes digital: New world of artificial wombs

Coming biological revolution raises questions about identity, ethics and the future family

The world is moving toward a biological revolution, one that could profoundly reshape what we mean by family, parenthood, and even identity.

Lessons from classroom: Why teachers inspire curiosity

How spontaneity, trust, and shared discovery turn ordinary lessons into lasting memories

When pupils love the teacher and the teaching style, they invariably fall in love with the subject too.

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