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Gen Z protests are reshaping global activism using memes, digital tools, and rapid online coordination. From Nepal to Peru, youth turn viral outrage into street-level action, challenging governments and redefining modern protest and political engagement worldwide.

As Arctic ice melts, global powers compete and cooperate over resources, security, and shipping routes. Territorial claims, climate change, military presence, and Indigenous perspectives shape this vital region amid rising geopolitical and environmental challenges.

The 2020 Abraham Accords connected Israel with Arab neighbors through peace, trade, and innovation. Beyond treaties, they represent a regional shift toward collaboration, aiming to replace conflict with shared goals and a vision for a more cooperative, peaceful future.

The South China Sea, a vital trade route rich in resources, faces territorial disputes, militarization, and environmental risks. Diplomatic efforts under UNCLOS and ASEAN aim to maintain stability, promote cooperation, and support sustainable development in the region.

Central Asia’s water crisis, driven by uneven distribution, climate change, and tensions between upstream and downstream nations, makes rivers like the Amu Darya and Syr Darya sources of both cooperation and conflict, turning water into a critical geopolitical issue.

The Panama Canal is experiencing its second driest year in its 110-year history. Spanning 82 km and carrying about 5% of global maritime trade, drought conditions and geopolitical tensions have disrupted transit, affecting trade flows between Asia, the US, and Europe.

The Western Balkans, at Southeastern Europe’s heart and surrounded by EU states, are strategically vital for regional stability, security, and the EU’s integrity. Achieving the region’s ambitious 2030 goals remains uncertain amid political and economic challenges.

The Baloch independence movement, rooted in colonial history and military rule, seeks freedom from Pakistan. Balochistan’s rich resources, strategic location, and economic importance make it vital to Pakistan, making the independence demand complex and deeply contested.

Russia’s growing influence in Africa challenges Western dominance through diplomacy, military aid, and trade. Boosted by the Ukraine war and waning Western credibility, Moscow’s approach signals a renewed global contest for Africa’s loyalty and strategic influence.

BRICS is expanding its influence in Latin America through trade, diplomacy, and financial ties. While offering economic opportunities, this rise increases geopolitical tensions with the West and exposes divisions among Latin American nations and BRICS members.

The Hague, long known as the "International City of Peace and Justice," has embodied neutrality and diplomacy for decades, hosting major international courts, mediating global disputes, and shaping legal and diplomatic norms that influence justice and peace worldwide.

These three Russian republics have semi-autonomous status, each with its own constitution, official language, and level of self-governance. They are part of the 21 republics under Russian control, reflecting the country’s complex federal structure and regional diversity.

The Republic of Buryatia in southeastern Siberia blends Russian and Mongolian cultures, with ancient traditions shaping daily life. From Lake Baikal’s sacred shores to post-Soviet tensions, it shows a rich mix of people, culture, language, economy, and regional identity.

The fall of Assad shocked the world, but is the Syria War over? Rebel coalitions, shifting alliances, and ethnic tensions, combined with fragile peace talks and global powers’ involvement, leave Syria at a crossroads between possible liberation and renewed chaos.

He brokered peace, faced a hostage crisis, and reshaped his legacy after leaving office. These 10 defining moments reveal why Jimmy Carter’s story is complex, highlighting his achievements, challenges, and lasting impact on American politics and global diplomacy.

The Crimean Tatars, indigenous to Crimea, have faced centuries of displacement and repression. Caught in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, their struggle highlights ongoing challenges to identity, sovereignty, and survival in a region shaped by history and conflict.

The China-Taiwan conflict, rooted in historical tensions, is projected to have global impacts, affecting the economy, regional security, and potentially triggering humanitarian crises, making it a critical issue with wide-ranging consequences for international stability.