Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the Centre's foreign policy, stating India is moving closer to Israel's "strategic orbit" against global trends. He supported Sonia Gandhi's call for an independent foreign policy and speaking out on the Gaza crisis, citing humanitarian concerns and the impact on Palestinian children.
A Pew Research Center poll of 42,000 people in 36 countries found that international trust in the US and confidence in Donald Trump's leadership significantly declined during his second term. 76% lacked confidence in Trump, with views of the US as a reliable partner also plummeting in allied nations.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, citing Starmer's handling of energy policy, immigration, and relations with Washington. Trump specifically mentioned Starmer's approach to North Sea oil and wind energy, as well as delays in approving US requests for military base use in Cyprus.
Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's upcoming resignation, citing Starmer's handling of energy policy, immigration, and relations with Washington. Trump specifically mentioned Starmer's stance on North Sea oil and wind turbines, as well as delays in approving US requests for military bases in Cyprus for strikes in Iran.
Keir Starmer inherited multiple conflicts and a post-Brexit UK, facing challenges from a volatile US under Donald Trump. His premiership saw careful navigation of alliances, particularly with the US, and attempts to reset relations with the EU, while grappling with domestic pressures on defense spending and international crises.
White, blue-collar voters, a key demographic for Donald Trump, are showing increased disapproval due to inflation, gas prices, and the war in Iran. This erosion of support signals potential trouble for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused PM Modi of "destroying" India and US President Donald Trump of "destroying" the world, linking them to hardships faced by people. He also criticized the BJP on inflation, unemployment, the NEET exam controversy, and alleged financial irregularities in Ram Temple donations.
One Nation, a right-wing populist party, proposes a nationalist, isolationist, and protectionist foreign policy. Key proposals include slashing foreign aid, cutting immigration, withdrawing from the UN and WHO, and potentially recognizing Taiwan, which experts warn could isolate Australia and provoke economic retaliation from China.
Da Wei, director of Tsinghua University’s Centre for International Security and Strategy, stated that China is forging an alternative path based on sovereign equality and multilateralism, not global dominance. He believes US global institutional hegemony is ending as the world moves towards nationalism and realism.
Turkey/Türkiye's dismal World Cup performance, marked by two defeats and 62 shots without a goal, has led to their early exit. The article also touches on President Erdoğan's rebranding of the country's name and its potential cultural and linguistic implications.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar suspended contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over reports she compared Israel's treatment of Palestinians to apartheid. The diplomatic row highlights divisions within the EU regarding its policy towards Israel, with some member states pushing for stronger action while others resist.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has suspended contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas after reports she compared Israel's treatment of Palestinians to apartheid. Saar accused Kallas of bias, demanding a retraction, while Kallas emphasized dialogue but did not directly address the allegation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with East Timor's Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao in Kazan, noting the development of constructive political dialogue between the two nations. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the Russia-ASEAN summit.
Republicans criticize Donald Trump's interim agreement with Iran, calling it the "worst foreign policy blunder in decades." The deal includes ending the conflict, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and financing Iran's recovery with a $300bn fund, while scrapping sanctions.
US President Trump's interim deal with Iran faces backlash from Republicans who argue it wastes taxpayer money and fails to curb Tehran's nuclear program. The MoU includes an end to military operations, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and a $300bn reconstruction fund for Iran.
A US-Iran interim deal, including a $300bn reconstruction fund and an end to military operations, has sparked strong criticism from Republicans like Bill Cassidy, Thomas Massie, and Nikki Haley, who argue it's a foreign policy blunder and fails to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions.
Brazil's top foreign policy adviser, Celso Amorim, stated that the AI race is a two-power contest between the US and China, with Latin America and Europe sidelined. He proposed Brazil should draw capital and technology from both sides, utilizing BRICS and the Global South to maintain balance.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's foreign policy partnerships with Trump, Macron, Meloni, and Starmer show varied dynamics. While cooperation with Italy and the UK is pragmatic, German-French defense ties have faltered, and relations with Trump have faced strain.
A war initiated by the US and Israel against Iran, based on misreadings of Tehran's strength, has concluded with a memorandum of understanding. The conflict damaged US alliances, strained the global economy, and resulted in significant loss of life and destruction. The agreement reopens the Strait of Hormuz, lifts the US Navy's blockade of Iranian ports, and extends the ceasefire, deferring complex issues like Iran's nuclear program to future talks.
President Trump's approval among rural Americans has dropped to 50%, down from 60% in February 2025, with rising living costs and foreign policy decisions cited as key reasons. This decline could impact the upcoming November midterm elections.
Brazil's foreign policy faces significant challenges in defense, critical minerals, digital sovereignty, transnational organized crime, regional integration, and Africa relations. Audo Faleiro, an advisor to the President, highlighted the need for increased defense investment due to US actions in Venezuela and global conflicts, while also stressing the importance of securing critical minerals and asserting digital sovereignty. He also noted the paralysis within the BRICS bloc due to internal conflicts.
Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit Malaysia and China in late June for his first overseas trip. The decision to prioritize these nations over India is seen by analysts as a move to strike a diplomatic balance and reflects an independent foreign policy, focusing on labor welfare with Malaysia and infrastructure and investment with China.
Chinese authorities have arrested US scholar Min Zin, who writes on Myanmar and Chinese foreign policy, on suspicion of espionage. Min Zin, a former student activist who sought asylum in the US, was last seen on June 3 in Kunming, China. The arrest is uncommon for US citizens and occurs amid efforts to reset US-China relations.
Philippine President Marcos is set to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan from June 17-18, marking his first visit to Russia since taking office. The trip will be closely monitored by Washington and Beijing for potential outcomes on energy, sanctions-sensitive sectors, and broader strategic cooperation with Moscow.
