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MEDIA PERSPECTIVE

The Italian perspective, blending European tradition and Mediterranean pragmatism. Italian media (Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica, ANSA) provide rich news coverage shaped by migration issues, European politics, and a strong tradition of geopolitical analysis.

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L'Italie suspend son accord de défense avec Israël : Meloni défie Trump et Netanyahu le même jour

Giorgia Meloni suspend l'accord de défense italo-israélien après les tirs sur des Casques bleus italiens — Trump réplique en la traitant de «lâche». La plus fidèle alliée européenne de Trump vient de changer de camp.

6 countries · 12 sources

Israel Bombs Lebanon 4 Days Before Talks: Baby Killed, UNIFIL Rammed, Netanyahu Tours the South

An Israeli tank rams UN vehicles, a baby dies under strikes during her father's funeral, and Netanyahu tours southern Lebanon as a conqueror — four days before the Washington talks.

18 countries · 30 sources

Orban Falls After 16 Years: Hungary Pivots to Europe and NATO

Peter Magyar proclaims Hungary's 'liberation' as Orban concedes a 'painful' defeat — Putin's most faithful ally in Europe has just lost power.

23 countries · 36 sources

Starmer drops Trump and rallies Europe: NATO prepares to survive without America

The British Prime Minister no longer hides his frustration — as Trump threatens to leave NATO, London, Ottawa and Rome scramble to sketch an Atlantic defense without America.

13 countries · 22 sources

Inflationénergie

War inflation hits the world: when filling up becomes a luxury from Tokyo to Toronto

US inflation surges to a two-year high, the Bank of Japan freezes rates, European airports warn of jet fuel shortage — the bill for the Iran war is arriving in wallets worldwide.

19 countries · 28 sources

The Battle of Hormuz: supertankers force the passage as Iran clings to the world's chokepoint

Chinese supertankers are crossing the strait under American escort, but Iran claims it authorized no passage — the standoff for the world's energy chokepoint is playing out in real time.

24 countries · 35 sources

Hungary at the Crossroads: Orbán Gambles 16 Years of Power Against a Former Ally Who Wants Him Gone

Orbán loyalists are jumping ship, polls show Magyar winning, and Trump promises Budapest prosperity — but only if Orbán stays.

11 countries · 16 sources

Moment of Truth in Islamabad: The US and Iran Face Off, but They're Playing Different Games

Vance lands in Islamabad as China secretly ships air defense systems to Tehran, Iran loses track of its own mines in the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump announces there is no Plan B.

26 countries · 47 sources

melania-trumpepstein

Melania Trump Breaks Silence on Epstein: First Lady Denies All Ties and Demands 'The Lies Must End'

Surprise appearance at the White House: Melania shatters months of silence to deny any Epstein connection — and every newsroom on Earth dissects each word.

19 countries · 38 sources

Society & Rights

Easter Shipwreck in the Mediterranean: Over 70 Migrants Missing Off Libya

A wooden boat that left Tajoura carrying 105 people capsized on Easter Sunday -- 32 survivors, 2 bodies recovered, over 70 lost at sea.

6 countries · 10 sources

Diplomacy & Governance

Pope Leo XIV's First Easter: The American Pope Calls for Peace in a World That Has Stopped Listening

Before 50,000 faithful in St. Peter's Square, the first American pope in history breaks tradition by naming no country at war -- and targeting everyone.

8 countries · 17 sources

politiqueetats-unis

Trump fires AG Pam Bondi: power eats its own loyalists

Donald Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi -- one of his fiercest allies -- and replaces her with his former personal lawyer.

12 countries · 17 sources

technologiegeopolitique

Artemis II heads for the Moon: the space race in wartime

Four astronauts are racing toward the Moon for the first time since 1972 -- while their country bombs Iran.

12 countries · 15 sources

Italy Eliminated from the World Cup for the Third Time: Calcio Apocalypse

Four-time world champions, the Azzurri miss their third straight World Cup after a penalty shootout loss in Bosnia — an entire generation of Italians has never seen their national team at football's biggest tournament.

7 countries · 9 sources

geopoliticsdefense

Trump Threatens to Quit NATO: The 'Paper Tiger' That Might Actually Tear

Trump says pulling the US out of NATO is 'beyond reconsideration,' while Europe splits between those trying to revive the EU's mutual defense clause and those refusing to face reality.

15 countries · 18 sources

Diplomacy & Governance

Europe Rebels: Italy, France and Germany Deny Their Bases to the US War Machine

After Spain, Italy refuses Sigonella to US bombers — while Germany debates Ramstein's legality and Trump lashes out at allies he calls ungrateful.

8 countries · 11 sources

Conflicts & Security

Pentagon Prepares Weeks of Ground Operations in Iran: The Point of No Return

The Washington Post reveals the Pentagon is planning weeks of ground raids in Iran. A Marine ship arrives in the Gulf. The US base in Saudi Arabia is destroyed. Iran threatens to strike universities. Nine countries, nine readings of the moment the war changes nature.

9 countries · 12 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

International tensions: Iran at the heart of strategic and diplomatic issues

Recent events involving Iran highlight its central role in regional conflicts and global diplomacy. From Israeli strikes to American negotiations, the country elicits varied responses that impact the security of the Middle East and beyond.

28 countries · 171 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Trump facing international challenges: Iran, economy, and security

The Trump administration is simultaneously facing tensions with Iran, internal economic pressure, and security issues at the borders. These challenges highlight the complexity of its foreign and domestic policies.

20 countries · 51 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEnergy & Climate

Rising tensions between Iran and the United States: Threat to the Strait of Hormuz

Military tensions are escalating between Iran and the United States, with Tehran threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz. This situation poses a major risk to global energy security, affecting international trade and oil prices.

25 countries · 127 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Middle East Conflict: Iranian Strikes on Israel and International Reactions

Iranian air strikes targeted Israel, hitting a city with a nuclear research center and the Natanz nuclear site. These actions have triggered regional tensions and diplomatic moves to stabilize the situation beyond the Strait of Hormuz.

24 countries · 96 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEconomy & Trade

Middle East on fire: Iran at the heart of regional tensions

Recent conflicts involving Iran and its allies have escalated tensions in the region, threatening global economic stability. The United States and Israel are issuing multiple warnings to Tehran, while experts fear a major impact on the oil market.

22 countries · 87 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEconomy & Trade

Guerre au Moyen-Orient : tensions énergétiques et crises mondiales

Des attaques sur des infrastructures énergétiques en Iran et au Qatar provoquent une hausse brutale des prix du pétrole et du gaz, exacerbant les tensions régionales et les risques d'une crise économique mondiale.

28 countries · 179 sources

Conflicts & SecuritySociety & Rights

Iran: Israeli Strikes and Humanitarian Consequences

Recent Israeli strikes in Iran have escalated tensions in the region and caused drug shortages. This escalation highlights Iran's critical role as a key geopolitical actor in the Middle East, affecting not only its own population but also its neighbors.

29 countries · 119 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Pakistan bombs Kabul: Hundreds dead in hospital strike

Pakistani bombardments on Kabul have caused the death of hundreds of civilians, mainly in a hospital. The Taliban and the Afghan government accuse Islamabad of a deadly strike, highlighting an escalation of regional tensions.

9 countries · 29 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEconomy & Trade

Middle East Conflict: Iran at the Epicenter of Strikes and Tensions

Israeli air strikes target Iranian sites in Iran, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates. This upsurge in tensions destabilizes the region and affects global oil prices. European diplomacy seeks to prevent a military escalation.

30 countries · 169 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEnergy & Climate

Hormuz Strait Crisis: Trump Faces Allied Refusal to Intervene Militarily

European and Asian allies overwhelmingly reject Trump's demand to send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran. This crisis is dividing the West and causing oil prices to soar.

9 countries · 16 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Donald Trump and International Tensions: A State of Emergency?

International media highlights President Donald Trump's actions that fuel tensions on several fronts, particularly with Cuba, Iran, and in his statements concerning military power. These moves raise questions about the role of American diplomacy and its impact on global stability.

19 countries · 47 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Iran-Israel-United States War: Media Divergences on Escalation and Perspectives

The conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States reveals contrasting media perspectives on military escalation, diplomatic negotiations and global economic impact.

21 countries · 162 sources

Diplomacy & GovernanceConflicts & Security

Diplomatic Tensions: Cuba-USA, Ukraine-France and Middle East Conflicts

World leaders are multiplying negotiations in the face of crises: Cuba-United States dialogues, Zelensky-Macron meeting on Ukraine, and Iran-Trump escalation. These discussions reveal the major geopolitical stakes of 2026.

18 countries · 57 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEnergy & Climate

Iran-Israel War: Military Escalation and Global Economic Impact

The conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States is intensifying with strikes on Gulf countries and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, causing a surge in oil prices and a global energy crisis.

23 countries · 236 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEconomy & Trade

Middle East Conflict: Economic Impact and Global Diplomatic Responses

The conflict involving Iran is shaking oil markets and pushing countries to intensify their diplomatic efforts. The travel industry is losing $600M/day while emergency reserves are being mobilized.

14 countries · 69 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEnergy & Climate

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz: Trump threatens Iran with military response

The United States destroys Iranian mine-laying boats near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump threatens Tehran with a severe response if the blockade persists, escalating regional tensions.

19 countries · 52 sources

Conflicts & SecurityEnergy & Climate

Iran-USA-Israel War: The Strait of Hormuz at the Heart of Global Tensions

The conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel is intensifying tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, vital for global oil supply. The economic and geopolitical repercussions are dividing the international community.

24 countries · 316 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Escalation in the Middle East: European ministers evacuate, China and Iran condemn

In the face of the escalating conflict, Italy and Spain are closing their embassies in Tehran while China condemns American threats. A major crisis that is dividing the international community.

18 countries · 50 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

US-Iran Military Escalation: Sunken Ships, Airstrikes and Geopolitical Stakes

An armed conflict is intensifying between the United States, Israel and Iran with Iranian ships sunk, strikes on Tehran and global repercussions. The media offer divergent perspectives on this major crisis.

17 countries · 106 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Trump Threatens Spain with Trade Sanctions for Its Opposition to War in Iran

Tensions are rising between Washington and Madrid after Pedro Sánchez refused to support American-Israeli strikes in Iran. The EU expresses its solidarity with Spain in the face of Trump's commercial threats.

17 countries · 76 sources

Conflicts & SecurityDiplomacy & Governance

Iran-US War: Military Escalation and Khamenei's Succession in Question

American-Israeli strikes on Iran provoke major regional escalation. Khamenei's presumed death opens a succession crisis as Iran retaliates in the Gulf.

24 countries · 359 sources

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