International Affairs

Nadiem Makarim, former education minister and Gojek co-founder, faces serious graft allegations linked to a $115 million corruption scandal involving government Chromebook procurement—exposing deep flaws in public oversight.

In a critical appeal after meeting Pope Leo XIV, Israel’s President Isaac Herzog demands immediate action from religious leaders worldwide to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, underscoring Israel’s commitment to peace and security amid ongoing terror threats.

A second significant earthquake rattles eastern Afghanistan days after a deadly quake killed over 1,400 people, exposing alarming gaps in international response and raising questions about priorities for American national security.

A Russian tourist narrowly survives a bear attack near Lake Baikal, highlighting the dangers of unregulated wilderness tourism and raising questions about safety enforcement in remote regions.

Haiti’s security forces have deployed kamikaze drones against armed gangs, killing hundreds but failing to restore order—raising critical questions about strategy and accountability in a nation spiraling into chaos.

Half a year after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar, ongoing recovery efforts lay bare the military government’s inability to protect its people—raising urgent questions about sovereignty, governance, and stability in a fractious region.

Over 1.8 million people displaced by historic floods in Pakistan’s Punjab highlight failures in regional water management and raise concerns for U.S. national security.

As Israeli President Herzog meets Pope Leo XIV during a critical Gaza offensive, stark Vatican criticisms reveal a dangerous bias that threatens American interests and national security.

Myanmar faces a devastating dual crisis: rebuilding after a catastrophic earthquake while enduring ongoing military conflict that obstructs humanitarian aid and prolongs suffering.

Russian air defenses reportedly shot down 55 drones across multiple regions, signaling persistent aggression that threatens global stability and challenges U.S. national security interests.