diplomatic tensions
Coverage of diplomatic tensions in the Nexus archive.
- Ghana-South Africa presidential meet halted over migrant tensions
A planned meeting between Ghana's President John Mahama and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was postponed due to anti-immigrant violence in South Africa. The two nations are experiencing diplomatic tensions over violent protests against foreigners in South Africa.
- Afghanistan’s economy is broken. The Taliban is why
Afghanistan's economy faces severe challenges under the Taliban's rule, marked by structural domestic issues and regional geopolitical constraints. The Taliban's governance is cited as a primary factor in the economic crisis, with ongoing issues including sanctions, frozen assets, and diplomatic tensions.
- Iran War: US Strikes Targets Near Hormuz With No Deal in Sight | The Opening Trade 5/28/2026
The United States conducted military strikes near Hormuz in response to escalating tensions with Iran, with no diplomatic resolution in sight. The conflict highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
- Ukraine: EU, Germany summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells diplomats to leave Kyiv
The EU and Germany summoned Russian diplomats to protest attacks on Kyiv and Moscow's order for diplomats to leave the city. The UN secretary-general also rebuked Russia during a session addressing global conflicts.