Category : World Politics


Spy Novels to GZero World: Fiction Meets Reality

A personal reflection on how childhood immersion in espionage literature shaped understanding of current global shifts, particularly the emerging GZero World order where no single hegemon dominates international affairs.

ICC Sets Timeline for Duterte's Detention Appeal

The ICC Appeals Chamber has established a procedural schedule for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's appeal regarding his continued detention, with written submissions due in February 2026.

ICC Rejects Duterte Health Plea, Sets Feb 2026 Hearing

The ICC's Pre-Trial Chamber I has denied former President Rodrigo Duterte's request for an indefinite adjournment, allowing the confirmation of charges hearing to proceed on February 23, 2026, over alleged crimes against humanity.

ICC Rules Duterte Fit for Pre-Trial Proceedings

The International Criminal Court has ruled former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte medically fit to participate in pre-trial proceedings, scheduling a critical confirmation of charges hearing for February 23, 2026.

Greenland Open to US Talks, Defends Sovereignty

Greenland's government expresses readiness for discussions with the United States but firmly rejects any compromise on its national sovereignty, as Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen responds to US President Donald Trump's statements.

UAE to Host Trilateral Talks on Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces trilateral talks between Russia, the US, and Ukraine in the UAE, following discussions with US President Donald Trump in Davos.

Starmer Defies Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to yield to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, emphasizing that economic pressure on allies is wrong and decisions belong to Greenland and Denmark.

Syrian Army Accuses SDF of Ceasefire Violation

The Syrian Government has accused the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of breaching a ceasefire agreement, citing an encounter one day after its signing. The deal aimed to halt weeks of conflict causing casualties and displacement.

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