Author: Arijit Bose

Beijing/ Tehran: The growing strategic convergence between China and Iran is steadily altering the security architecture of West Asia, not through dramatic military alliances or overt intervention, but through a quieter and more calculated framework built on economics, technology, intelligence cooperation, and geopolitical alignment. While the partnership does not fundamentally overturn regional military balances, it significantly improves Iran’s ability to withstand pressure, sustain proxy conflicts, and challenge Western influence over the long term. At its core, the relationship is highly asymmetrical. Iran gains far more immediate strategic value from the…

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Toronto: Italian luxury carmaker Lamborghini has introduced a special edition of its flagship hybrid supercar, the Lamborghini Revuelto NA63, as a tribute to the North American market — one of the company’s strongest global regions. The limited-run model celebrates Lamborghini’s growing success in North America, where the brand delivered 3,347 vehicles last year, making it the company’s second-largest market after Europe. The “NA63” badge combines “North America” with the number 63, representing the year Lamborghini was founded in 1963. Only 63 units of the exclusive edition will be produced worldwide.…

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Tehran: Tensions in the Middle East escalated further  after Kuwait accused Iran of attempting to infiltrate a strategically important island linked to a major China-backed infrastructure project in the Persian Gulf. According to Kuwaiti authorities, a six-member armed group allegedly linked to Iran’s paramilitary forces attempted to enter Bubiyan Island, a sensitive location situated near the borders of Iraq and Iran. Officials claimed the group intended to carry out “hostile acts” in the area. Kuwait stated that security personnel intercepted the group during the operation, detaining four suspects while two…

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Washington: American Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s role as a potential mediator in ongoing ceasefire and diplomatic discussions involving the United States and Iran, suggesting Washington may need to consider an alternative peacemaker. Speaking during a hearing of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee focused on Iran and the US defence budget, Graham expressed frustration over the lack of progress in negotiations and openly questioned Islamabad’s neutrality in the process. The senator’s remarks followed reports alleging that Iranian military aircraft had been stationed at Pakistani air bases…

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London: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting political pressure less than two years after leading the Labour Party to a sweeping victory in the 2024 general election, raising fresh questions about the continuing instability at the top of British politics. A series of disappointing local election performances, internal party tensions, and growing criticism from Labour MPs have fuelled speculation over Starmer’s future as prime minister. While he has publicly dismissed calls for resignation and insisted he intends to continue in office, reports suggest unease is growing within sections…

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Washington: United States President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a high-stakes two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as both nations prepare for crucial discussions expected to influence the future of China-US relations. Trump’s visit, his first trip to China since 2017, comes at a time of heightened geopolitical and economic tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The American leader received a formal red-carpet welcome at Beijing Capital International Airport, where Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, senior officials, a military honour guard, and hundreds of students…

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