Global tensions are rising as new alliances and crises reshape the balance of power. In this episode of World in Focus, we break down the most pressing international stories:
- China & Russia strengthen their partnership, positioning themselves as rivals to U.S. dominance.
- India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Vladimir Putin, as New Delhi carefully balances relations with both Moscow and Washington.
- Israel escalates its offensive in Gaza after killing a senior Hamas spokesperson, deepening regional instability.
- Indonesia faces deadly protests that have forced its president to skip a key international summit.
- Afghanistan reels from a devastating earthquake that has left more than 600 people dead.
As the world witnesses a shift in geopolitical power, we explore how these developments connect, the risks they pose, and what they mean for the future of global stability.