Middle East Politics
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Global Economy Is Facing the Prospect of Another Profound Shock
Perspective:
Professor Milo
In the most hopeful scenario for the global economy, the latest war in the Middle East ends within a few weeks. The region continues to produce oil and gas. Shipping resumes in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing a shock to the world’s energy supplies. Fear of inflation subsides. But in a more realistic scenerio, the stock market will plunge and the conflict will reach out across the region and may last months or years.
A Historic First for Melania Trump at the UN Security Council: A Message for Children in War
Perspective:
Wilma Smithers
The First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, chaired a historic meeting of the UN Security Council, advocating for the rights of children affected by conflicts, while raising questions about the contradictory stance of the American administration towards the UN.
US and Israel carrying out strikes against Iran
Perspective:
Wilma Smithers
Explosions have been reported in multiple Iranian cities including the capital Tehran after Israel and the US launched strikes Saturday morning. The US military is planning for several days of attacks, according to two sources. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is alive, Iranian state news agency IRNA said citing a source close to the presidency.
Pakistan strikes Kabul, declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan
Perspective:
Dr. Liora Vega
Pakistan is now in 'open war' with Afghanistan. Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar and two other Afghan provinces, Taliban spokesman says.
What Americans think about Trump’s judgment on military force
Perspective:
Dr. Liora Vega
As the U.S. and Iran head into their next round of nuclear talks in Geneva, a new AP-NORC poll finds that many U.S. adults continue to view Iran’s nuclear program as a threat — but they also don’t have high trust in President Donald Trump’s judgment on the use of military force abroad. About half of U.S. adults consider Trump's ability to navigate conflict almost nil.