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- 23 May 2026
23 May 2026
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Usually, totalitarian regimes rely on ideology in addition to repression and material benefits for their supporters. In Iran’s case, this ideology is religion, with political power sanctified by the highest spiritual authority.26 May 2026-16:34
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Kazakhstan is rightly regarded as the leading country in Central Asia, both in terms of its territory and natural resources. Its position gives it significant influence on the global stage. Although Kazakhstan is a Muslim-majority country, it pursues a highly pragmatic foreign policy, maintaining friendly relations with countries across the world, including Israel.25 May 2026-11:55
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Editor’s note: Faig Mahmudov is a journalist based in Azerbaijan covering regional security, foreign policy, and geopolitical developments. The views expressed in this article are his own and do not necessarily reflect the official position or editorial stance of News.Az.24 May 2026-20:27
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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s statement that India could become the world’s largest arms exporter within the next 25–30 years is more than a bold political slogan. It signals a deeper transformation in India’s foreign and industrial policy.24 May 2026-11:11
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Editor’s note: Nijat Babayev is an Azerbaijan-based journalist. The article reflects the author’s personal views and may not necessarily represent the position of News.Az.24 May 2026-00:20
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that intelligence information gathered by Ukraine and shared by international partners suggests Russia may be preparing a new large scale attack that could involve the Oreshnik missile system.23 May 2026-23:53
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Police fired teargas and clashed with protesters in central Belgrade on Saturday, as tens of thousands gathered to demand early elections and an end to the more than decade-long rule of Serbia's populist President Aleksandar Vucic.23 May 2026-23:45
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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in China on Saturday (May 23), Chinese state media said, kicking off a four-day trip overshadowed by the Iran war.23 May 2026-23:41
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Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Saturday negotiations on suspended EU funds were "progressing well" and he was planning to sign a deal in Brussels on Thursday to release them.23 May 2026-22:57
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