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Iran’s Conflict With Israel and the United States

Back to Map Updated January 14, 2026 The outbreak of war between Israel, a close U.S. ally, and the Palestinian Iran-backed militant group Hamas in October...

Interdisciplinary course teaches students to navigate thorny conflicts

Interdisciplinary workThere is one catch, however: Kathan does not exist. It’s part of an in-depth simulation, one of the final assignments for the undergraduate...

Economic conflicts are world’s greatest risk, WEF survey suggests

Economic conflicts between major powers are the greatest risk facing the world over the next two years, according to experts polled ahead of next...

China’s initiatives provide solutions to global challenges: Experts

WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY Over the past year, regional hot spots such as the Ukraine crisis and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict have deepened...

Bye oil, hello rare earths!

Pakistan must strategically manage its rare earth elements to drive economic growth, avoid Global North conflicts Dr Muhammad Babar Chohan ...

These are the world’s 10 most peaceful countries to visit in 2026

As global conflicts rise, new data highlights the world's most peaceful countries for travelers seeking safety and calm. 

‘A new UN’: Trump eyes unprecedented global powers for his proposed Board of Peace

'A New UN': Trump Eyes Unprecedented Global Powers for His Proposed Board of Peace - Israel News Haaretz - back to home page Search A Western diplomat...

Global pilgrimage growth faces setbacks as geopolitical conflicts escalate

Faith-based travel, particularly in the form of pilgrimage to one sacred site or a series thereof, has drawn travellers the world over. 

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