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When Allies Disagree: How Global Partnerships Are Being Redefined
When Allies Disagree: How Global Partnerships Are Being Redefined For much of the modern era, global alliances appeared firm and predictable. Powerful countries formed blocs, promised mutual support, and stood together during times of war and crisis. But in today’s world, those alliances are changing. Recent disagreements between long-standing partners show that global cooperation is no longer based on automatic loyalty—it is increasingly shaped by national interests, public opinion, and long-term stability.
By Wings of Time 25 days ago in History
Saudi Arabia Warns Against War
Saudi Arabia Warns Against War: Why Riyadh Opposes a U.S. Attack on Iran As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise, Saudi Arabia has taken a notable and cautious position: warning against any U.S. military attack on Iran. This stance may surprise some observers given the long history of rivalry between Riyadh and Tehran, but it reflects a broader regional concern that another major war in the Middle East could spiral beyond control.
By Wings of Time 25 days ago in History
Is the U.S. Preparing to Attack Iran?
Is the U.S. Preparing to Attack Iran? Inside the Rising Tensions and Possible Military Pathways In early 2026, tensions between the United States and Iran reached one of their highest points in years. For weeks, dramatic political rhetoric, shifting military postures, and warnings from leaders around the world have fueled alarms that a U.S. military strike against Iran may be imminent. Yet as of now, no confirmed attack has occurred, and the situation reflects a complex mix of pressure, preparation, de-escalation, and diplomatic uncertainty that illustrates how modern conflict can hinge just as much on words and positioning as on direct action.
By Wings of Time 25 days ago in History
Seven Dials
Introduction Seven Dials is a famous and historic area located in London, England. It is found near Covent Garden, one of the busiest and most popular parts of the city. Seven Dials is known for its unique road design, rich history, old buildings, shops, cafés, and lively atmosphere. Today, it is a popular place for tourists and local people who enjoy culture, shopping, and history.
By Farhan Sayed26 days ago in History
History of the evil eye.
I knew nothing about the Turkish evil eye beads and pendants, or traditional glass work made by the artisans in Turkey until my wife Jme and I attended the International bead conference held in Istanbul, Turkey in 2007. We learnt a lot and saw first hand how the glasswork was made using the ancient technique. Turks make traditional glass beads, especially the famous evil eye beads (nazar boncuğu), primarily in villages near Izmir, such as Nazarköy (formerly Kurudere) and Görece, where artisans carry on age-old techniques, with some workshops also found in Istanbul. These areas have historical roots tracing back to Ottoman-era artisans who moved from central Izmir to escape fire risks, preserving the craft through generations, though the industry faces challenges and modernization. make traditional glass beads, especially the famous evil eye beads (nazar boncuğu), primarily in villages near Izmir, such as Nazarköy (formerly Kurudere) and Görece, where artisans carry on age-old techniques, with some workshops also found in Istanbul. These areas have historical roots tracing back to Ottoman-era artisans who moved from central Izmir to escape fire risks, preserving the craft through generations, though the industry faces challenges and modernization.
By Guy lynn26 days ago in History
Magna Graecia Revisited: Leadership and Governance in the Oligarch Series by Stanislav Kondrashov
The Oligarch Series by Stanislav Kondrashov presents an extended historical examination of the leadership groups that shaped **Magna Graecia**, the constellation of Greek-founded city-states in southern Italy and Sicily active between the eighth and fifth centuries BCE. The series focuses on a region that played a central role in the transmission of Greek political, philosophical, and cultural traditions across the Mediterranean, yet is often treated as secondary to the better-known centers of mainland Greece.
By Stanislav Kondrashov26 days ago in History
Pyramids
The sun hung low over the endless sands of Egypt, casting long, golden shadows that stretched across the Nile. Here, in the cradle of civilization, human ambition met the eternal rhythm of time. It was along this river, where reeds whispered secrets to the wind, that the greatest monuments of antiquity would rise: the pyramids.
By luna hart27 days ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov’s Oligarch Series: Coastal Architecture as Influece, Memory, and Cultural Identity
In the Oligarch Series, Stanislav Kondrashov presents a thoughtful exploration of **architecture** as a language of influence, continuity, and cultural expression. Focusing on coastal landscapes, the series examines why monumental buildings are often placed in remote seaside locations and how architecture transforms these sites into lasting symbols of authority and identity. Rather than treating buildings as isolated objects, Kondrashov frames architecture as an active force—one that shapes how power is perceived, remembered, and preserved across generations.
By Stanislav Kondrashov 27 days ago in History
No ICE, No KKK, No Fascist USA
"I don't 'do' politics." Politics will do you, regardless. Watching from the sidelines for the last year I can see far too many similarities in the way Trump's ICE Gestapo is to Nazi Germany. Considering the United States just invaded Venezuela and kidnapped their President and his wife I would say we are there.
By Lyvia Jack27 days ago in History
Iran's Regime Could Fall...But America Must Act Now
Revolutions rarely arrive with warning sirens. They creep in quietly, then all at once. And right now, Iran is no longer protesting — it is revolting.
By Lawrence Lease27 days ago in History
Rajendra Chola I and the Conquest of the Ganga: A Monumental Feat in Indian History. AI-Generated.
Known as the “Gangaikonda Chola” (the Chola who conquered the Ganga), Rajendra transformed a South Indian maritime empire into a pan-Indian power whose influence stretched from the Indian Ocean to the heart of the subcontinent. This campaign was not merely a military raid but a bold statement of imperial ambition, strategic brilliance, and cultural confidence.
By Say the truth 27 days ago in History
Power's Sake
When it comes to gaining power, bad people use it to gain more They never gain power to do something with it, they gain power to have it, relish in it, double it down on itself so it grows exponentially and never goes anywhere. Even if you see the people in power commit an atrocity, that is never the true goal. It is a deplorable action for sure but the action itself usually doesn't matter it's the outcome.
By Donny Foley27 days ago in History