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A New World Order: From Warring States to Citizens
It will take decades of intellectual effort, Paul Mason writes, before a new world order emerges from the cumulative chaos. First came Afghanistan—the sudden collapse of…
Analysis
Five Questions About Gaza
As the conflict in the territory continues, getting to know more about likely trajectories has become a necessity. A day after the horrific attacks of October…
First published
Bangladesh’s Historic Political Crossroads on November 7, 1975
The political landscape of Bangladesh witnessed a dramatic turn on November 7, 1975, only a few months after the tragic events of August 15. This date…
First published
Palestine, Israel, and the Ripple Effect on Bangladesh
The Israel-Hamas war is about to enter its second month as the North of Gaza is getting occupied by Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ground invasion. As…
Analysis
Pakistan’s Deportation Plan
The crackdown on what Pakistan calls illegal aliens is underway. October 31 was the deadline for all such foreigners living the country illegally to leave voluntarily…
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How Corruption Gets in the Way of Happiness in Bangladesh
If high GDP growth alone could make a nation happier, Bangladesh’s happiness ranking should have advanced over time. Corruption has long been rampant in Bangladesh. The…
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The Dollar’s Dominance Is Shakier Than Ever
In the months before August’s gathering of BRICS leaders in South Africa, rumors of a new BRICS currency swirled—only to fail to manifest at the summit…
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What in The World is The ‘Global South’?
The term ‘global south’ is in constant use nowadays. For example, some commentators warn that Israel’s incursion into Gaza is ‘alienating the global south’, and we…
Analysis
Winter Warfare: Which Side Has The Edge in Ukraine?
Zelensky says his troops are ready for another cold season fight while Russia’s soldiers are well-trained for extreme temperature combat As the bitter cold of winter…
Analysis
Gaza and Global Jihad
After Hamas’s deadly rampage on October 7, Israel was quick to compare the group to the Islamic State. “Same tactics, different names,” the Israeli government’s official…
Analysis
The Holy Land’s Unholy War: Israel vs. Hamas
Throughout history, the world has witnessed numerous wars, with many of them being driven by territorial power struggles. On October 7th of this year, Hamas initiated…