Author: samindya Rathnaweera

1. A Nationwide Win for Trump’s Agenda On June 27, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a pivotal 6–3 ruling that significantly limits lower federal judges from imposing nationwide injunctions against presidential executive orders. The decision stems from the legal challenge surrounding Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented…

1. Introduction: Tensions Escalate in the Middle East In mid‑June 2025, a wave of Israeli airstrikes—later joined by U.S. bunker-buster munitions—struck multiple Iranian nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Tehran responded by admitting serious damage to its sensitive nuclear infrastructure, although it emphasized that nuclear material removal and underground sheltering had spared the most…

Introduction: A Critical Diplomatic Mission Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the NATO Summit in The Hague with a clear and urgent agenda: to secure stronger and more enduring support from Western allies as Ukraine’s war with Russia continues into its third year. With the conflict grinding on and global attention shifting to other geopolitical…

Introduction: A Strike That Shook the World In June 2025, a targeted U.S. airstrike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure re-ignited global debates over military intervention, non-proliferation, and Middle East stability. Amid the aftermath, former U.S. President Donald Trump stepped into the spotlight, claiming credit for influencing and authorizing the move. The bold assertion came during his…

Ceasefire in Jeopardy Amid Rising Tensions A Violent Morning in Beersheba On the early morning of June 24, 2025, the city of Beersheba in southern Israel was rocked by multiple explosions as Iranian missiles struck residential neighborhoods. The attacks occurred mere hours before and shortly after the official commencement of a ceasefire agreement, brokered by…

A Region on the Brink A dramatic shift in Middle East dynamics has unfolded after recent American military strikes prompted swift and intense retaliation between Israel and Iran, triggering what many analysts now consider the most dangerous escalation in years. This confrontation has transformed simmering tensions into a volatile clash, raising the specter of broader…

Signals of Change or Political Maneuvering? In a bold and surprising turn, Belarus’s authoritarian ruler has unexpectedly freed a prominent opposition leader from prison, triggering widespread speculation about the nation’s political direction. The historic announcement came amid mounting internal unrest, international pressure, and regional transformation, fueling debate over whether this marks a genuine liberal pivot…

Strategic Move: U.S. Deploys B‑2 Bombers to Guam Amid Rising Tensions The United States has quietly repositioned its stealth B‑2 Spirit bombers to Andersen Air Force Base in Guam, a move signaling both military readiness and strategic warning amid escalating global tensions. The arrival of these cutting-edge aircraft—among the most advanced in the U.S. arsenal—underscores…

Conflict Intensifies In a deeply troubling escalation, the ongoing military confrontation between Iran and Israel has now surpassed 400 reported fatalities. What began as a tit-for-tat exchange of strikes has transformed into a full-fledged conflict, drawing in regional powers and raising global alarm. Civilians on both sides are paying the heaviest price, while diplomatic efforts…

A Turning Point for Aspiring Doctors The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025 results have been declared today, marking a watershed moment in the academic lives of over 2.5 million students across India. This exam, regarded as the most challenging and competitive in the country, determines admission into medical and dental colleges nationwide. The announcement—coming amid eager anticipation—brings…