This commentary explores Trump’s billion-dollar “Board of Peace” and its risks to global diplomacy. It argues that influence and peace cannot be bought and that legitimacy and trust remain the true currencies of power.
Afghan women face mounting restrictions under the Taliban, with sports emerging as a site of quiet resistance. The arrest of taekwondo coach Khadija Ahmadzada highlights the personal risks of defying the regime’s bans and the shrinking space for women’s empowerment.
Gaza’s reconstruction is being shaped less by humanitarian need and more by political bargaining and power calculations.The battle over rebuilding may ultimately determine who controls Gaza’s future long after the war ends.
America’s retreat from multilateral institutions signals more than policy recalibration, it exposes the fragility of global governance and reshapes the rules of international engagement. The vacuum left by Washington is both a risk and an opportunity for emerging powers.
Trump’s Board of Peace places Gaza under foreign oversight, sidelining Palestinian voices and local agency. Its composition of Western politicians and technocrats signals external control over reconstruction and governance
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland prioritises strategic gain over regional stability, turning the breakaway region into a pawn in geopolitical rivalry. Geography is weaponised, while local governance and African consensus are sidelined.
India’s closure of a Kashmir medical college following protests over Muslim student admissions exposes communal bias and institutional failure. Meritocracy and equitable access to education are compromised by political and religious pressures.
Iran faces a severe economic crisis as the rial collapses, inflation soars, and public protests surge, highlighting structural weaknesses and institutional challenges. The situation underscores the difficulty of stabilizing the currency without comprehensive reforms and restored public confidence.
Iran’s 2026 protests reflect deep economic, social, and political pressures, challenging the stability of the Islamic Republic. Widespread unrest, elite divisions, and regional setbacks signal a potential recalibration of power.
Greenland has tested NATO’s unity, revealing historical near-clashes and internal tensions among allied members across decades.