Post-Independence, the robust tradition of state leaders hosting Muslim guests each Ramadan has served as a barometer of India's tolerance, writes one culture expert.
Attempts to punish Russia over the Ukraine conflict and some member nations have boomeranged spectacularly on the bloc.
But African countries must first get their house in order before they can lead others into a more sustainable future.
The winner of the November presidential contest will shape policies that reverberate far beyond the United States, argues one analyst.
Even if a temporary ceasefire materialised by Ramadan, enduring peace in Gaza is far from certain for many reasons.
Amid rising tensions and rhetoric, Israel is running out of options when it comes to responding to Hezbollah's attacks in the north, argues one analyst.
The food shipments do little more than assuage US officials' guilty consciences and fail to tackle the status quo of suffering in the besieged Palestinian enclave, writes one analyst.
It is pertinent to recognise the strategic importance of Türkiye’s military presence in the region, which is pivotal for ensuring stability and peace and acts as a deterrent against potential spoilers.
With so many other methods of dissent available, what is it that provokes individuals like Aaron Bushnell to resort to such a painful way of protesting? An expert weighs in.
Democrats can’t afford to lose this electorate in November, but they're not doing enough to keep all of these voters on board either, says one academic.
Countries who supply weapons to Israel during its war on Gaza could be violating international law, one expert warns.
Legal experts argue that the Assange case is a test for the future of free media in the United States and beyond.
While there is a growing global perception that the current, inordinate loss of life and injuries brought about by Israeli forces on Gaza is bringing about genocide, there should be no doubt that ‘ecocide’ is well underway.
Criticism that Cairo is preparing a buffer zone for Palestinians who flee Rafah is overblown and lacks context, argues one analyst.
A linguist and language professor discusses the intersection between words and racism.
The European Union has led the world in drawing up a legal framework to regulate one of the exciting technological innovations, which also carries moral and ethical implications for humanity.
Some 18 countries have suspended donations to the agency amid dubious allegations from Israel, to the tune of $667 million. Here's what could happen without those funds.
The newly-elected Assembly of Experts could have a big role to play in determining the future of the Shia-majority country if and when it takes up the issue of finding Ali Khamenei’s successor.
There's only one real path to restoring maritime peace and protecting global trade from Houthi attacks, and it's not a military approach, argues one analyst.
The US claims to lead the so-called rules-based order, but by flexing its veto power at the UN Security Council once again, it continues to show the hypocrisy of its own rhetoric, writes one analyst.
Female Muslim characters were off to a great start in the early days of Indian cinema, but have been losing ground ever since, writes one culture expert.
Few can deny that Navalny's activism enabled the average Russian to question his or her circumstances and dream about a better future, argues one analyst.
The verdict striking down electoral bonds has restored the faith of a sizeable section of the population who had felt betrayed by some of the decisions handed out by the Supreme Court in the past few years.
The Yemeni group has a desire to exert transnational influence.
Political instability sparked by opposing forces vying for a slice of the pie in the North African nation has remained the biggest stumbling block for the country.
Focus on new industries such as defense and markets in the global south has helped Ankara increase sales of Turkish-made goods.
The latest agitation is a manifestation of the Hindu nationalist PM’s unkept promises to the influential farming community, including doubling their income from 2015 levels.
Such a move would risk Palestinian lives, spark a crisis with Egypt, compromise the search for hostages and sink the possibility of regional normalisation, warns one analyst.
There are many theories about why China's population fell for the second year in a row in 2023. But to truly understand the issue, one needs to talk to China's women, says one academic.
As more than 200 million voters head to the polls this week, frontrunner Prabowo Subianto is expected to win by a large margin. But those seeking change could still have their say at the ballot box, writes one expert.
The American pundit's interview with Russia's president struck a nerve in the US, where officials and media outlets have thus far presented a united front on support for Ukraine.
The standoff between Texas governor Greg Abbott and US President Joe Biden is part of an age-old immigration debate amongst Americans. In the end, neither side will get what they want, writes one expert.
Many news outlets are responding to an unprecedented opposition to Israel by defaming pro-Palestinian advocates and leaving the American public uninformed on what's happening in Gaza, writes one analyst.
Ties will remain brittle and minimal whoever wins Thursday’s electoral race.
Israel's current military offensive on Gaza unfolds as an extension of the Zionist enterprise's settler-colonial strategy, with the objective of violently uprooting Palestine's indigenous people and replacing them with Jewish communities worldwide.
The spirit of unity and resilience shines through the ongoing recovery efforts, demonstrating the indomitable will of Turkish people to rebuild and heal together.
From the time Israel came into being, the Zionist state has been twisting historical findings to deny the existence of Palestine and Palestinians. The subterfuge continues to this day.
Barring a wider regional conflict that further dims support at home, the United States will continue its special relationship with Israel - regardless of who is elected president in November, writes one analyst.
Nawaz Sharif is the only real opponent to Imran Khan who is in jail but commands a formidable following.
From art exhibitions to viral song campaigns to filmmaking initiatives, Sudan's youth are finding novel ways to spread messages of hope and dignity during a difficult time.
Washington and its allies have been conspicuously quiet about potential problems ahead of this month's polls. That's because the outcome could work to their advantage, according to one analyst.