As of June 2025, about 40,000 U.S. troops are stationed in Western Asia. Most are deployed on naval ships, while others are based across 19 military installations.
The conflict between Israel and Iran has escalated significantly, with both nations conducting direct missile and drone strikes on each other's military, nuclear, and energy facilities.
Concerns that China is using Brahmaputra river water for political blackmail have long existed in India. This issue gained further traction recently with some comments from Pakistan.
Mark Carney, a former central banker, is poised to become Canada’s next prime minister after securing the Liberal Party leadership in a landslide victory.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar faced protests from Khalistani supporters. The Indian flag was torn. An attempt was made to attack the external affairs minister.
