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Friday, Jun 13, 2025

Zelensky Warns of Rising Tensions and Military Escalations Amid Global Power Shifts and Regional Instabilities

Tensions escalate globally with Russian advances in Ukraine, near-miss between jets in Alaska, and Japan proposing Asian NATO, while the UN calls for reforms.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has painted a grim picture of the front line in the war with Russia, calling it "very, very difficult" and stressing the need for heightened military efforts, particularly as Russian forces make advances in the Donbas region. In the wake of meetings with top commanders and a visit to the United States, Zelensky underscored the immediacy of military action.

Meanwhile, tensions have escalated over Alaska, where a Russian Su-35 jet narrowly missed a US Air Force F-16, sparking condemnation from American military leaders. This incident comes amid growing concerns over increased Russian and Chinese military activities in the area, including joint drills and naval operations.

Turning to Japan, Shigeru Ishiba is set to become the new Prime Minister following Fumio Kishida’s resignation. Ishiba plans to propose an Asian NATO to counter regional threats and will call for a parliamentary election later this month, aiming to fortify Japan’s security and economic stance.

On the international stage, world leaders have wrapped up the UN General Assembly with urgent calls for reforms and cooperation in light of conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Sudan. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the adoption of the "Pact for the Future," a strategic blueprint addressing global issues like climate change and inequality, though much remains to be done to mend fractured international relations.

In the Red Sea, suspected Houthi rebel attacks on commercial ships have heightened regional tensions, coinciding with the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict. These incidents have led to significant disruptions, casting a shadow over maritime security in the area.

Finally, in India, environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk was detained after completing a 1,000 km protest march to advocate for Ladakh's autonomy and climate action. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi condemned the detentions, describing them as a violation of the protesters' rights, drawing attention to the ongoing struggle for environmental and political justice in the region.
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