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US Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Resigns Over Iran War Dispute

In a significant development, Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center, has stepped down, openly disagreeing with President Donald Trump over the US approach to the Iran conflict. His resignation is...

Global Economy on Edge: Rising Inflationary Fears

As 2026 unfolds, the global economy finds itself precariously balanced on the brink of renewed turbulence. What began as a year of anticipated disinflation—global inflation projected to moderate from 4.1% in 2025 to...

The Need for Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM)

In an exclusive conversation with Global Leaders Insights, Btissam Laaouina, Regional Information Security Officer at Vantive, explains how Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) is transforming the way...

Iran Nuclear Doctrine to Remain Unchanged Despite War Pressures

Iran’s nuclear policy is unlikely to change even as tensions escalate in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said, reinforcing Tehran’s long-held position that...

Von der Leyen Visit Boosts Hopes for EU - Australia Trade Deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit Australia next week, in what is being seen as a major push to finalize a long-awaited free trade agreement between the European Union and Australia.

China Vows to Keep Mediating Middle East Ceasefire Efforts

China has reiterated its commitment to helping ease tensions in the Middle East, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi saying Beijing will continue to play an active role in pushing for a ceasefire as the region faces growing geopolitical tensions.

Argentina Exits WHO, Mirroring US in Controversial Policy Shift

Argentina has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), marking a major change in its approach to global health cooperation and echoing a similar move made earlier by the United States. The decision was confirme...

Movers & Shakers

Trojan Construction Holding Appoints Ahmed Al Shamsi as Group CEO

Trojan Construction Holding has appointed Eng. Ahmed Al Shamsi as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, marking a leadership change as the company prepares...

From Tariff War to Truce: How the US-India Deal Ended a Year of Trade

The US-India trade relations, which have long been celebrated as a strategic alliance between the two biggest democracies in the world, experienced one of the most complicated phases in 2025. What started as a conflict over tariffs has now turne...

How Iran's Protests Are Being Watched by the World and Why It Matters

Over the past months, Iran has witnessed widespread protests that reflect deep frustration within its society. What began as anger over economic hardship — rising prices, unemployment, and a weakening currency — has grown into something much broad...