Donald Trump aligns with Vladimir Putin yet again, leaving Ukraine – and US relations with Europe – under pressure
The US president appears to have made an abrupt about-turn in US policy towards Russia and the Ukraine war.
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Mecca pact: Pakistan and Turkey have answered Saudi Arabia’s call for help – but don’t expect them to fight the Houthis
Pakistan and Turkey have answered Saudi Arabia’s call against the Houthis with a shield rather than a sword.
America’s final military withdrawal from Iraq is a major bonus for Iran
US troops quitting Iraq leavesTehran a friendly neighbour and trading partner which can act as a pressure valve against international sanctions.
Houthi rebel offensive fuels fears of escalation in the Middle East and Europe
The Iran-backed rebel group has taken control of the vital Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Houthi offensive in Yemen adds to fear that Iran war could escalate into a wider global conflict
Recent events in Yemen could drag Saudi Arabia into the conflict.
Saudi defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan is a verdict on the reliability of US security guarantees
Dubbed an ‘Islamic Nato’. the pact reflects disillusionment among some of America’s allies.
Middle East conflict looks increasingly like a war nobody can win
But the longer it continues the more damage it does to the whole world.
US raises the stakes in the Strait of Hormuz
The potential for dangerous escalation has increased with the US decision to pursue any ships anywhere in the world they think may be helping Iran evade sanctions.
Why do leaders go to war when it could damage their own people too?
Wars can start due to a disagreement, fear, or a desire for more power.
How might the US‑Iran conflict escalate? Expert Q&A
Why did Trump change his mind and join the Israeli air campaign? What does the rest of the word think? What will Iran do in response?
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