![How Much Has the Taliban Changed Afghanistan?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/How-Much-Has-the-Taliban-Changed-Afghanistan_-768x540.png)
Afghanistan remains under strict Taliban rule, marked by severe punishments, suppression of women, and enforced dress codes, despite promises of moderation.
![What does the European Parliament election mean for Asia?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/What-Does-the-European-Parliament-Election-Mean-for-Asia_-768x540.png)
European Parliament elections underway, with 373 million voters choosing 720 members. Hard-right parties expected to gain ground, impacting EU policies on climate change, immigration, and trade.
![Singapore to Conduct General Election Earlier?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Singapore-to-Conduct-General-Election-Earlier_-768x540.png)
Singapore's general election may be held earlier than expected, with analysts suggesting a possible call as early as September.
![Modi Warned by Indian Voters](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Modi-Warned-by-Indian-Voters-768x540.png)
Despite winning 240 seats, the BJP's performance was seen as a setback for Modi's authoritarian tendencies and a sign that Indians value their democracy.
![India Entering A Political Circus](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/India-Entering-A-Political-Circus-768x540.png)
Find out how the ruling BJP's failure to secure a majority single-handedly will lead to negotiations and collaboration with various political parties.
![Maldives to Worsen Relations with Israel](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Maldives-to-Worsen-Relations-with-Israel-768x540.png)
Maldives bans Israeli tourists amid Gaza conflict, risking economic consequences and diplomatic tensions with the West.
![Biden Pushes for Ceasefire in Gaza](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Biden-Pushes-for-Ceasefire-in-Gaza-768x540.png)
Israel's war on Gaza continues, with the US now working seriously towards a ceasefire, facing humiliation due to its weakened power over Israel and commitment to human rights.
![Is Taiwan's Democracy Under Threat?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Is-Taiwans-Democracy-Under-Threat_-768x540.png)
Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament has passed a controversial reform bill amid intense protests, raising concerns about the country's democratic system.
![Can Modi's Third Term Bring Akhand Bharat Closer?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Can-Modis-Third-Term-Bring-Akhand-Bharat-Closer_-768x540.png)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to secure a consecutive third term, which could lead to more actions fulfilling Hindu nationalist demands, including the formation of Akhand Bharat.
![What’s Behind North Korea’s Waste-Filled Balloons?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Whats-Behind-North-Koreas-Waste-Filled-Balloons_-768x540.png)
North Korea retaliates against South Korea's propaganda balloons by sending balloons filled with feces and trash.
![Will More Recognition Make Palestinian Statehood A Reality?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Will-More-Recognition-Make-Palestinian-Statehood-A-Reality_-768x540.png)
Three European countries recognize Palestine, challenging Israel's stance on the conflict.
![West Bengal And Its Criminal Politics](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/West-Bengal-And-Its-Criminal-Politics-768x540.png)
West Bengal's political violence escalates as parties vie for power, undermining democracy.
![Why Pakistanis Were Targeted In Kyrgyzstan](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Why-Pakistanis-Were-Targeted-In-Kyrgyzstan-768x540.png)
Pakistani students face xenophobic violence in Kyrgyzstan, prompting diplomatic concerns and student evacuations.
![Does ICC's Arrest Warrant Against Netanyahu Matter?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Does-ICCs-Arrest-Warrant-Against-Netanyahu-Matter_-768x540.png)
ICC demands arrest of Israeli leaders for war crimes in Gaza, sparking global debate and potential sanctions.
![How Could Taiwan's New President Escalate Tensions With China?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/How-Could-Taiwans-New-President-Escalate-Tensions-With-China_-768x540.png)
Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's new president, takes a moderate stance on China while focusing on domestic issues like housing costs and wealth divide.
![Iran After Ebrahim Raisi](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Iran-After-Ebrahim-Raisi-768x540.png)
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dies in helicopter crash, sparking celebrations and questions about the future of the Islamic Republic.
![Why Is GCC Not Evolving Like The European Union?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Why-Is-GCC-Not-Evolving-Like-The-European-Union_-768x540.png)
Amid trade wars, the EU's single market models economic cooperation, inspiring others like the Gulf Cooperation Council to form unified markets and compete globally.
![Vietnam's Spratly Reclamation Impact on Dispute](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Vietnams-Spratly-Reclamation-Impact-on-Dispute-768x540.png)
Escalating South China Sea disputes as nations reclaim land, with China, Vietnam, and Philippines actively building on islands, complicating regional tensions.
![The Hindu Rivalry in Maharashtra Politics](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Hindu-Rivalry-in-Maharashtra-Politics-768x540.png)
Maharashtra's political landscape sees former allies, BJP and Shiv Sena, now fierce rivals in a high-stakes battle for power, with alliances shifting and egos clashing.
![Who is Singapore's new Prime Minister?](https://caracal.website/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Who-is-Singapores-new-Prime-Minister_-768x540.png)
Singapore's PM Lee Hsien Loong steps down after 2 decades, passing the baton to Lawrence Wong, emphasizing continuity.