The civil war in Burma, involving the Karen people, is one of the world’s longest-running armed conflicts. Its origins trace back to the post-independence years and have been shaped for decades of political betrayal, military aggression, and internal division caused by the Burmese military to divide and conquor.

In the northern hills and river valleys of Burma (Myanmar), a quiet war is raging over the most strategic resources of our time: rare earth elements. These minerals, essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and advanced defense technologies, are not just the building blocks of the modern economy—they are also the lifeblood of local environments and communities.

Recent satellite imagery reveals a dramatic surge in rare earth mining in United Wa State Army (UWSA)–held territory in Shan State. Meanwhile, the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) holds much of the original heavy rare earth belt in Kachin State. Both areas have become the focus of intense interest from China, which dominates global processing and magnet manufacturing. This expansion comes at a terrible cost to the rivers, farmland, and health of the people living downstream—in Thailand, Laos, and inside Burma itself.

Between 2015 and 2025, global religious demographics shifted in ways that challenge the prevailing narrative that Islam is the world’s fastest-growing faith. While Muslims continued to expand steadily, the data shows that Christians experienced a larger absolute increase in population over the decade—driven primarily by rapid growth in sub-Saharan Africa, parts of Asia, and the continuing demographic weight of the Americas.

In a world where narratives often shroud truth in ideology, Mosab Hassan Yousef displays extraordinary courage and determination as he challenges prevailing conceptions and fearlessly confronts political myths.

Born into the heart of Hamas leadership in Ramallah and once groomed to follow in its militant footsteps, Yousef later became a secret informant for Israel’s Shin Bet, exposing suicide bombings and saving countless lives.

Global Watch: Escalation Analysis – Russia Deploys 4 Nuclear Bombers in Response to U.S. Submarine Positioning.

In a significant escalation of military posturing, Russia has deployed four nuclear-capable Tu-95MS strategic bombers following reports that two U.S. Ohio-class nuclear submarines were detected operating in proximity to Russian territorial waters. This tit-for-tat maneuvering is fueling concerns of heightened tensions and potential miscalculation between two nuclear-armed superpowers.

Despite being designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. and European Union, Hamas remains deeply entrenched in Gaza, functioning not only as a militant entity but also as a de facto government. This situation is enabled by a web of international financial support, often routed through humanitarian channels or state proxies. The implications are staggering: foreign aid, public service funds, and even tax revenue within Gaza may indirectly empower Hamas, fueling cycles of violence, repression, and instability in the region.

In a move that has shocked the international community and sparked fierce debate across Israel’s political spectrum, the Israeli cabinet voted unanimously on August 4, 2025, to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav‑Miara. The vote—22 in favor, none opposed—was more than a political gesture. It was the culmination of months of mounting tension between the government and the nation’s chief legal authority, whom officials claim was undermining national governance and obstructing critical state operations.

This article outlines the rationale behind the dismissal, the legal and political stakes, and the likely path forward for a country already navigating war, internal protests, and judicial reform.

Burma (Myanmar), a nation often overlooked in mainstream geopolitics, may soon find itself at the epicenter of a global crisis. Despite its size, Burma holds strategic value that far outweighs its footprint on the map. With its critical location bridging Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean—and its abundance of rare earth minerals, jade, and natural gas—Burma is increasingly becoming the stage for a proxy war between China, India, and the United States.

elective Outrage: Why the World Protests Israel More Than Genocide

From Syria’s chemical massacres to Nigeria’s faith-driven slaughters, the past two decades have witnessed staggering loss of life. Civil wars, religious persecution, and extremist violence have left millions dead—the vast majority of them civilians.

Yet amidst this sea of suffering, one anomaly stands out: the world directs its fiercest protests, most frequent UN condemnations, and loudest outrage toward Israel—a nation involved in a regional conflict whose death toll is dwarfed by others. Even more disturbing, the global community pays far more attention to violence against Muslims than to the group with the highest body count of all: Christians.

The U.S. Department of Defense has officially entered a new era of strategic warfare with the testing of a groundbreaking missile system that combines hypersonic speed, artificial intelligence, and near-orbit trajectories. According to recent reports, this new class of weapon is non-nuclear, yet its global strike capabilities and real-time course adjustment mechanisms make it arguably more destabilizing than traditional nuclear arsenals.

This development is sending shockwaves through international defense communities. Here's what we know, what it means, and why the implications could reshape the balance of global power.

What Is the Technology Behind This Missile?

The missile in question appears to be part of the U.S. military’s Prompt Global Strike (PGS) initiative, which aims to allow the United States to strike any point on Earth within an hour or less—without using nuclear weapons.

Introduction: A Flashpoint Ignites Global Chaos

In a scenario drawn straight from the brink of apocalypse, the United States has launched a full-scale invasion of Russia. Thousands of U.S. tanks and troops surge across Russia’s western border. NATO forces, having blitzed through Belarus, are now within striking distance of Moscow. U.S. bombers hammer deep into Russian territory, shattering military bases and command centers.

But within hours, the world realizes this is not just a war between two superpowers — it is the catalyst for global collapse.

In an increasingly unstable and fast-moving world, PowerMentor Global Watch offers a weekly snapshot of major global developments—highlighting key events related to conflict, political shifts, disasters, and public health. This curated brief provides a clear and concise overview to help leaders, advocates, and concerned citizens stay informed, spot emerging patterns, and understand the broader implications of rapidly unfolding events around the globe.

As geopolitical tensions escalate, President Trump is executing a bold, high-stakes strategy to end Russia’s war in Ukraine: the imposition of sweeping sanctions not only on Russia but on any nation that trades with it. This includes U.S. allies and major global economies such as India and China. With an August 8 deadline looming, Trump has made it clear—comply, or face economic punishment. But with defiance from Moscow and silence from several of its allies, the world is bracing for what could become a tipping point in global power dynamics.

In the highland jungles of Burma (Myanmar), a resilient people known as the Karen have preserved an oral tradition for thousands of years—long before missionaries, colonial rulers, or modern warlords arrived. Their ancient stories speak of a sacred Golden Book, a mysterious Pwa K’nyaw ‘Man’, and a white brother from afar who would one day return what was lost and restore peace to their people.

In a powerful and principled move, the Karen National Union (KNU) has publicly rejected involvement in the construction of an illegal casino town in the Mor Hto Ta Lay area of Karen State—an area deeply affected by years of war, displacement, and the struggle for ethnic self-determination. The KNU’s clear and unequivocal stance matters greatly, not just for the integrity of the movement but for the long-term vision of a united and autonomous Kawthoolei.

As the people of Burma (Myanmar) endure the deadliest phase of civil war in decades, General Min Aung Hlaing has once again reshuffled his deck—not to bring peace, but to maintain the illusion of reform while clinging to absolute power. His latest maneuver—replacing the junta’s State Administration Council with a so-called “caretaker government” and a new National Security and Peace Commission—should fool no one. This is not a transition. It is an entrenchment.

s geopolitical tensions rise and the demand for rare earth minerals surges, Washington is inching toward a dangerous and morally indefensible pivot: collaborating with Burma’s brutal military regime. This shift, masked as strategic necessity, threatens to undermine decades of democratic values, reward war criminals, and crush the hopes of millions resisting tyranny.

But there is a better path forward—and it does not run through Naypyidaw. It begins by recognizing that the only legitimate and sustainable solution lies in direct engagement with Burma’s ethnic groups and guaranteeing them full autonomy and security.

The Real Path Forward: From the Ground Up

In the shadows of military decline, something extraordinary is happening.

Across Burma, in areas liberated from junta control, ethnic and local administrations are rising. From the Karen, Karenni, and Kachin to the Chin, Mon, Arakan and Shan, the people are governing themselves, providing education, healthcare, and local security—often with no international support at all.

These aren’t warlords. These are the architects of a new Burma.

• They aren’t asking for handouts—they’re asking for recognition.

• They don’t want to rule over others—they want to rule themselves.

• They’re not trying to conquer—they’re trying to survive.

On the evening of Monday, July 28, 2025, the heart of Midtown Manhattan was shattered by violence—but it was also defined by courage. As the sun dipped behind the towering skyline, a lone gunman entered 345 Park Avenue armed with an AR‑15-style rifle, body armor, and a chilling intent. What followed was a brief yet devastating rampage that claimed four innocent lives. But amid the chaos, one man stood between the threat and the people he swore to protect—Officer Didarul Islam.

George Soros and Karl Popper are often celebrated as champions of democracy and enemies of Marxism. Popper, through his iconic book The Open Society and Its Enemies, warned against totalitarian ideologies, while Soros publicly claims to promote freedom and transparency through his Open Society Foundations (OSF).

But rhetoric means nothing without results. The outcomes of their philosophies and funding tell a different story: capitalism weakened, democratic republics destabilized, sovereignty eroded, and movements with Marxist agendas bankrolled globally. From U.S. prosecutors who cripple law enforcement, to radical protest networks like Indivisible and No Kings, to political engineering in Burma through the National Unity Government (NUG)—the pattern is unmistakable.