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Escalation of Conflict Between India and Pakistan: A Historical and Political Overview

... dialogue. The key sticking point over these decades remains the fate of Kashmir, along with mutual accusations of hostile actions. Each new flare-up of tension relies on deep historical grievances and distrust shaped by past events. Understanding this historical context is crucial to comprehend the current escalation of the conflict: it did not arise in a vacuum, but rather is the continuation of a long chain of confrontation that began in the mid-20th century. Causes of the Current Escalation The territorial factor (the Kashmir issue). The main and most obvious reason for ...

Historical Invasion Plans: The U.S. and Canada as Potential Adversaries

... thwart a U.S. invasion. Border defense. The plan focused on holding strategically important points along Canada’s southern border. Collaboration with Britain. Support from the British navy and army was considered a key factor in a successful defense. Historical Roots of Conflicts The rivalry between the U.S. and Canada dates back to the War of 1812, when Canadian forces, acting on behalf of the British Empire, invaded Washington and burned the White House. This episode left a deep mark on American history, fostering ...

Nine countries and 12,000 warheads: How the world's nuclear arsenal is distributed

... forces as a "last resort" to protect national sovereignty. France France possesses approximately 290 nuclear warheads. Historically, the French have built their deterrence concept on the principle of "devastating retaliatory strike" (“force ... ... have become a central factor of security on the subcontinent, where territorial disputes exist between India and Pakistan and conflicts erupt from time to time. India India is estimated to possess approximately 160-172 nuclear warheads. The country is ...

Cryptocurrency News — Sunday, July 27, 2025: Market at Record Highs; Capital Inflow into Crypto ETFs Continues

... mixed dynamics. Bitcoin's dominance exceeds 50%, reflecting its leading growth. Many top altcoins are still trading below their historical peaks; for example, Ethereum is still approximately 20% cheaper than its record from 2021, while many other altcoins ... ... received a positive precedent. Ripple's successful defense has signaled other crypto projects and marked a reduction in the conflict between the industry and regulators. Regulation: Global Changes The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies ...

Energy Sector News – Thursday, July 31, 2025: Brent Exceeds $72; US Fed Keeps Rate Unchanged

... benefits of new export opportunities (due to trade deals) will outweigh the potential negatives of sanction restrictions and conflict – this will shape the long-term balance of demand and supply for energy resources. Electricity and Renewable Energy: ... ... toward decarbonization. According to the International Energy Agency, global coal consumption in 2025 is expected to remain near historic highs and may even break records. Global production is projected to reach approximately 9.2 billion tons this year, largely ...