MERIP’s Top 10 Articles of 2025 on Israel, Gaza & the Region
The ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to reshape political and social dynamics across the Middle East, and beyond. As the war enters its third year, analysis … Read more
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Diplomacy, conflict, climate and global culture covered from on-the-ground correspondents across five continents.
ONE PIECE Cafe GENE: Limited-Time Collaboration in Tokyo, Osaka & Nagoya (2026)
Fans of the globally beloved anime series One Piece have a new destination to chart: a limited-time collaboration cafe experience, “ONE PIECE CAFE GENE,” has launched … Read more
Energy Prices Surge: Fuel Costs, Iran & Strait of Hormuz Concerns
Global efforts to mitigate soaring fuel prices are gaining momentum, as countries grapple with the economic fallout of geopolitical instability and increasing demand. From direct price … Read more
ECtHR to Hear Osman Kavala Case: Turkey’s Judicial Independence Under Scrutiny
STRASBOURG, France – The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will hold a crucial hearing on March 25, 2026, concerning the prolonged detention of Osman Kavala, … Read more
Kadena Air Base Exercise Tests Rapid Medical Response in Japan
Kadena Air Base, Japan – U.S. Air Force personnel are sharpening their ability to deliver critical medical care in challenging environments, a capability demonstrated during a … Read more
Ukraine War Crimes: JIT Extends Investigation, Focuses on Child Deportations
The international effort to investigate and prosecute war crimes committed in Ukraine has received a significant boost with the extension of the Joint Investigation Team’s (JIT) … Read more
Fuyao Glass Plant Fire in Moraine, Ohio: Cause Under Investigation
A large fire erupted at the Fuyao Glass America plant in Moraine, Ohio, on the evening of March 22, 2026, sending plumes of smoke visible for … Read more
Protect & Compete: Investor Strategies for Success
Riga, Latvia – As global economic headwinds gather pace, Latvian entrepreneurs and investors are increasingly focused on strategies for both safeguarding their assets and maintaining a … Read more