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The war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate, with growing confusion over possible peace talks.   US President Donald Trump has suggested negotiations with Iran may be underway, but officials in Tehran strongly deny this. Iranian leaders say the claims are false and accuse Washington of trying to buy time while reinforcing its military presence in the region.   Fighting Spreads Across the Middle East ...

Cuba’s national power grid collapsed on March 21, 2026, leaving millions without electricity and exposing the depth of the island’s worsening energy crisis. As authorities work to restore power, the blackout is disrupting daily life across the country.   Blackouts Impact Homes, Hospitals, and Businesses The outage plunged large parts of Havana and provinces like Matanzas and Holguín into darkness. By March 22, only abou...

For over 25 years, the United Nations has recognized that women are essential to peace and security. Since UN Security Council Resolution 1325 in 2000, women have been acknowledged not only as victims of conflict but as active agents in preventing, resolving, and rebuilding after war. Their participation makes peacebuilding more inclusive, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of women and communities.   Peacebuilding in the Bangsamoro ...

Southeast Asia is facing a growing energy crisis as global oil supplies tighten due to the war involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. The war has disrupted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil shipments.   Even countries far from the conflict are now feeling the impact. Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines are taking urgent steps to manage fuel shortages. Governments are cutting en...

Early on March 13, as fishing boats and cargo vessels moved through waters off Palawan and the Sulu Sea, debris from a Chinese Long March 8A rocket fell into areas within the Philippines.