The security dynamics along Myanmar’s border with Bangladesh have shifted as the junta lost control to the Arakan Army (AA) in the strategically important Rakhine province, bordering Bangladesh, which has implications for India. The AA now controls large parts of the region, including areas inside Bangladesh, potentially leading to a confrontation with the Bangladesh Army. The area houses the India-funded Sittwe Port, crucial for connecting India’s northeast to the Bay of Bengal and China’s port, adding complexity to the security situation.
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Trump says it was 'stupid' for Biden to let Ukraine use US weapons to strike deeper into Russia
President-elect Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukrainian forces to use American long-range weapons to strike deeper into Russian territory, calling it "stupid" and expressing frustration at not being consulted. Biden's move gave Ukraine permission to use U.S.-provided missiles to target Russian positions, with Trump potentially considering reversing the decision. As Biden rushes aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office, the former president's influence over Ukraine's arsenal could impact the conflict's resolution....
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