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Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai’s Health in Focus at Mitigation Hearing. AI-Generated.
When Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai appeared in court for his mitigation hearing, the focus shifted from legal arguments to something far more human: his health. At 78 years old, the founder of the now-closed Apple Daily newspaper is facing the possibility of spending the rest of his life behind bars. For supporters and critics alike, the question now is not only about the law — but about compassion, proportionality, and what justice looks like for an elderly prisoner.
By Aqib Hussainabout 12 hours ago in The Swamp
Which Are Iran’s Main Opposition Groups?. AI-Generated.
Iran has one of the most complex political landscapes in the Middle East. Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the country has been ruled by the Islamic Republic — a system that tightly controls political activity, media, and civil freedoms. Despite this, opposition to the regime has never disappeared. Instead, it has taken many forms, ranging from organized political groups to grassroots protest movements.
By Aqib Hussainabout 12 hours ago in The Swamp
Europe and South America Seal a Trade Pact for the Trump Era. AI-Generated.
Global trade is changing — and fast. In an era defined by tariffs, protectionism, and shifting alliances, Europe and South America have quietly made history. After more than two decades of negotiations, the European Union and the Mercosur bloc have sealed a major trade pact, creating one of the world’s largest free-trade zones.
By Aqib Hussainabout 18 hours ago in The Swamp
“We hope they will give us heat”: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks. AI-Generated.
Winter in Kyiv has never been kind, but this season carries a sharper edge. As icy winds sweep through the streets and snow settles on damaged rooftops, the cold is no longer just a feature of the weather—it is a constant reminder of a war that shows no sign of easing. With Russia stepping up attacks on critical infrastructure, Kyiv’s residents are enduring long power outages, unreliable heating, and an exhausting routine of adaptation and survival.
By Aqib Hussainabout 18 hours ago in The Swamp
Fleeing Settler Violence, Palestinians Leave One of Few Remaining Jordan Valley Hamlets. AI-Generated.
The Jordan Valley has always been more than just land. For generations of Palestinian Bedouin families, it has been home, livelihood, and identity. But today, that connection is being violently severed. One of the few remaining Palestinian hamlets in the Jordan Valley is slowly emptying, as families flee ongoing settler violence that has made daily life unbearable.
By Aqib Hussainabout 18 hours ago in The Swamp
Australia Wildfires Burn Nearly 900,000 Acres. AI-Generated.
Australia is no stranger to wildfires, but the latest blaze tearing through the country’s southeast has once again pushed communities, ecosystems, and emergency services to the brink. Nearly 900,000 acres of land have burned as intense heatwaves and dry conditions fueled fast-moving fires across parts of Victoria and New South Wales. For many Australians, this disaster feels like a painful reminder that wildfire seasons are becoming longer, more intense, and far less predictable.
By Aqib Hussainabout 18 hours ago in Earth
“I Don’t Want to Live in an American Empire”: Greenlanders Bristle at U.S. Threats. AI-Generated.
When people think of Greenland, they imagine glaciers, polar bears, and endless white landscapes. What they don’t imagine is a small population suddenly thrust into the center of global power politics. Yet that is exactly what has happened — and Greenlanders are not happy about it.
By Aqib Hussainabout 18 hours ago in The Swamp
Iran Edges Closer to a Revolution That Would Reshape the World. AI-Generated.
For decades, Iran has existed in a state of controlled tension — balancing public dissent, economic pressure, and rigid political authority. Today, that balance appears more fragile than ever. From widespread protests and economic collapse to generational defiance and geopolitical strain, Iran is edging closer to a revolutionary moment that could dramatically reshape not only the Middle East, but the world.
By Aqib Hussainabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Bride and Groom Among 8 Killed in Gas Cylinder Blast at Wedding in Pakistan’s Capital. AI-Generated.
What was meant to be one of the happiest days of a couple’s life ended in unspeakable sorrow when a gas cylinder explosion killed eight people, including the bride and groom, during a wedding celebration in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital. The tragic incident has shocked the nation, highlighting the dangers of unsafe gas usage and the fragility of life itself.
By Aqib Hussaina day ago in The Swamp
Major military, political, and humanitarian developments as the conflict continues. AI-Generated.
As the Russia-Ukraine war reaches day 1,417, the conflict shows no signs of easing. Fighting continues across multiple фронт lines, diplomatic efforts remain stalled, and civilians on both sides face ongoing hardships. Below is a comprehensive overview of the most significant military, political, and humanitarian developments reported over the past day, reflecting the evolving dynamics of one of the longest and most consequential conflicts in modern European history.
By Aqib Hussaina day ago in The Swamp
Trump Is the Political Earthquake Shaking Latin America. AI-Generated.
Donald Trump may no longer occupy the Oval Office, but his political aftershocks continue to ripple far beyond the borders of the United States. Nowhere is this more evident than in Latin America, where Trump’s rhetoric, policies, and political style have helped reshape debates about nationalism, populism, democracy, and U.S. influence. Whether admired or fiercely rejected, Trump has become a political earthquake—one that is still shaking the foundations of Latin American politics.
By Aqib Hussaina day ago in The Swamp
A Ghost Town Votes in Myanmar Election’s Second Phase. AI-Generated.
In most countries, elections are noisy affairs. Streets fill with campaign posters, queues form outside polling statio Ins, and political debate spills into tea shops and living rooms. In parts of Myanmar, however, the second phase of the country’s elections has unfolded in near silence — so quiet that some polling stations stand in places where almost no civilians remain.
By Aqib Hussaina day ago in The Swamp
