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Blair and Rubio Among Names on Gaza ‘Board of Peace’. AI-Generated.
The international spotlight has once again turned toward Gaza following the announcement of a newly formed “Board of Peace”, a body intended to guide the territory through post-conflict recovery, governance reform, and long-term stability. What has made headlines, however, is not just the mission of the board — but who is on it.
By Aqib Hussain24 days ago in The Swamp
Canada, China Set for ‘Historic’ Gains From New Partnership, Carney Says. AI-Generated.
Canada and China may be standing at the edge of a major turning point in their diplomatic and economic relationship. According to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, a newly announced partnership between the two nations could unlock “historic gains” and reshape how both countries engage with each other — and the world.
By Aqib Hussain25 days ago in The Swamp
Squished Between Chairs’ on a Train: How Some Passengers Survived a Crane Collapse. AI-Generated.
The train was supposed to be uneventful. A routine journey. Phones out, headphones in, coffee cups balanced on fold-down trays. No one on board expected that, within seconds, a normal commute would turn into a scene of chaos, fear, and raw human instinct.
By Aqib Hussain25 days ago in The Swamp
Time to Dump Trump? Europeans Whisper Last-Resort Options to Save Greenland. AI-Generated.
For years, the idea of the United States “buying” Greenland sounded like political theater — a headline-grabbing curiosity that few took seriously. But as global power dynamics shift and the Arctic becomes a strategic hotspot, Europe is no longer laughing. Behind closed doors in Brussels, Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin, uncomfortable conversations are taking place. The question no one wants to say aloud — but many are thinking — is this: Is it time for Europe to distance itself from Donald Trump to save Greenland?
By Aqib Hussain25 days ago in The Swamp
Gaza Technocratic Panel Meets for First Time, as Officials Fear It’s Hobbled from Get-Go. AI-Generated.
After months of war, uncertainty, and diplomatic maneuvering, a newly formed Gaza technocratic panel has officially met for the first time. On paper, this moment signals progress — a step toward stabilizing a territory devastated by conflict and humanitarian collapse. In reality, however, many officials and observers are already questioning whether this panel is doomed to struggle from the very beginning.
By Aqib Hussain25 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Suspends Immigrant Visas for 75 Countries: Who’s Affected?. AI-Generated.
In a sweeping move, President Donald Trump’s administration has announced a pause on immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries. The new policy, effective January 21, 2026, applies to family-based and employment-based green cards. It’s one of the broadest immigration actions in recent U.S. history and has raised questions worldwide about who exactly will be affected.
By Aqib Hussain26 days ago in The Swamp
Iran and the Limits of American Power. AI-Generated.
For over 40 years, the relationship between Iran and the United States has been tense, complicated, and often confrontational. From the 1979 Islamic Revolution to today, U.S. attempts to shape Iran’s behavior — through diplomacy, sanctions, or even military threats — have often hit a wall. Despite America’s vast power, Iran has repeatedly shown the limits of U.S. influence. Understanding this dynamic is essential for anyone trying to make sense of today’s global politics.
By Aqib Hussain26 days ago in The Swamp
Europeans Prepare Military Exercises in Greenland. AI-Generated.
The Arctic is no longer a quiet, frozen frontier. Once seen as remote and geopolitically dormant, Greenland has suddenly become one of the world’s most strategically sensitive regions. As former U.S. President Donald Trump renews his controversial interest in acquiring the island, European nations are responding with something more tangible than diplomatic statements — military exercises on Greenlandic soil.
By Aqib Hussain26 days ago in The Swamp
U.S. Thinks Hamas Is Ready to Demilitarize as Gaza Deal Moves to “Phase Two”. AI-Generated.
The Gaza conflict may be entering one of its most critical chapters yet. According to U.S. officials, Hamas has signaled a willingness to discuss demilitarization as the ceasefire agreement transitions into what negotiators are calling Phase Two. While skepticism remains high, the move represents a rare moment of cautious optimism in a region long defined by cycles of violence and broken agreements.
By Aqib Hussain26 days ago in The Swamp
Iran Reopens Airspace After Temporary Closure Forced Flights to Reroute. AI-Generated.
When news broke that Iran had temporarily closed its airspace, the ripple effects were felt almost instantly across the global aviation industry. Airlines scrambled to reroute flights, passengers faced delays, and aviation authorities worldwide went on high alert. Although the closure lasted only a few hours, its impact highlighted just how interconnected — and vulnerable — international air travel can be.
By Aqib Hussain26 days ago in The Swamp
Tensions Are High as Vance and Rubio Prepare to Meet Danish and Greenlandic Officials. AI-Generated.
Things are heating up in the Arctic. U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are preparing to meet officials from Denmark and Greenland at the White House. The talks come amid growing tension over U.S. interest in Greenland — a self-governing part of the Kingdom of Denmark. With the island’s strategic location and rich resources, this meeting is attracting global attention.
By Aqib Hussain27 days ago in The Swamp
‘They Want to Break Us’: Russian Energy Grid Strikes Give Freezing Kyiv Some of Its Darkest Days. AI-Generated.
Kyiv is facing one of its coldest winters in recent memory—and Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid have plunged the city into literal and figurative darkness. With freezing temperatures, residents are coping without electricity, heat, or hot water, as a deliberate campaign targets the city’s infrastructure.
By Aqib Hussain27 days ago in The Swamp
