COGNICURRENT

An analysis of the Trump administration's actions regarding oil interests and imperialism from an international political scientist’s perspective.

Trump justified the U.S. attack on Iran by stating that the regime is evil and that action needed to be taken.

Prime Minister Takaichi has limited her opportunities to respond during the budget inquiry, returning to a system where all ministers are present to answer questions instead of just those pertinent to the inquiry.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defended his election campaign trip to Kanazawa on February 28, the same day Iran was attacked, asserting it was not inappropriate.

The Japan Innovation Party admitted to mistakenly distributing some videos as ads during the House of Representatives election and reported this to the police after concerns were raised about its legality.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has denied any involvement with the cryptocurrency 'Sanae Token' that uses her name, asserting she has not authorized it.

Komeito leader Toshiko Takeya announced an invitation from the ruling party to join discussions on consumption tax reductions and tax credits at the National Conference, with considerations to be discussed with the Constitutional Democratic Party and the Centrist Reform Alliance.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed willingness to exercise caution regarding the distribution of catalog gifts worth 30,000 yen to all elected members of her party, acknowledging the potential for criticism despite claiming legality.

The Moritomo document regarding the sale of state-owned land to the Moritomo Gakuen school group will be disclosed for the sixth time, with previous disclosures revealing emails implicating former director Noguchi in document alterations.

Prime Minister Takagi continues to distance herself from opposition parties while emphasizing the importance of consumption tax reform in discussions on social security.

The ruling party in Japan has proposed to conclude the questioning regarding the 2026 fiscal budget on the 13th, provoking strong backlash from the opposition who termed it a legislative suicide.

The Japan Restoration Party has proposed cutting 45 proportional representation seats as part of a plan to reduce the total number of seats in the House of Representatives, facing caution from within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi refrained from providing a legal assessment of the US and Israel's military action against Iran during a budget committee meeting.

The Japanese government announced the resignation of Tachibana Takashi as Chief Secretary to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi after just under five months and appointed Matsui Masayuki, coming from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as his successor.

Nepal is set to hold its first general election after a political upheaval on March 5, with significant competition between youth-supported new parties and established parties.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has been killed in attacks by the United States and Israel, leading to a significant crisis for the country.

U.S. President Donald Trump announces the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei through social media, pursuing a legacy amidst internal political challenges.

Following a major attack by the US and Israel on Iran resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei, Republican leaders have praised the action while public opinion in the US remains skeptical about the military intervention.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, was reported dead on February 28, allegedly killed in an attack by the U.S. and Israel, marking a significant shift in Iran's political landscape.

The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party is facing challenges in training a large number of newly elected representatives following a historic victory in the House of Representatives elections.

Komeito faced significant defeat in the latest House of Representatives election, raising concerns among party officials about their failure to effectively mobilize support.

The farewell ceremony for Governor Kengo Oishi of Nagasaki, who lost in the gubernatorial election, took place on the 27th, where he expressed his thoughts on his tenure and future hopes.

The article discusses changing political awareness among the youth in Japan, particularly in the context of the recent victory of the Liberal Democratic Party and the engagement of young voters on social media.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton testified to a congressional committee regarding his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, insisting he had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is urging the quick passage of the first draft budget for the new fiscal year even as opposition parties demand thorough deliberation.

The Japanese ruling parties have agreed that the designation of a sub-capital will not require the establishment of special districts, allowing other cities to participate in the sub-capital initiative.

A constitutional scholar warns that the Japanese government's push for rapid approval of the budget undermines the principle of constitutionalism, as it shortens the usual deliberation time in parliament.

Missing materials related to a woman who accused former President Trump of sexual abuse are absent from recently released Epstein documents, raising concerns among lawmakers.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara expressed his intention not to return catalog gifts distributed by Prime Minister Suga's office to newly elected party members, citing their usefulness for legislative activities.

In Greenland, residents express their concerns about the true nature of U.S. intentions as they experience increased global attention.

The Japanese Budget Committee will begin discussions on the government's budget proposal, focusing on issues like zero consumption tax on food and security measures.

At the recent Workers’ Party Congress, Kim Jong Un touted the economic achievements of North Korea over the past three years as the most significant in three decades, showcasing a change in tone from previous admissions of failure.

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a complicated diplomatic landscape with China amidst rising tensions over Taiwan.

Only the opposition party 'Mirai' attended the inaugural meeting of the 'National Conference' launched by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, reflecting growing criticism of the government's agenda.

The inaugural meeting of the 'Social Security National Conference' took place, discussing the potential for a zero consumption tax on food, but only one opposition party participated amidst concerns from others.

The Japanese Communist Party faced a significant setback in the recent election, losing half of its seats in the House of Representatives and only able to pose questions in the House of Councilors during a recent parliamentary session.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is witnessing a resurgence of factionalism, driven by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's stance on past funding issues.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed confidence in the passage of the initial budget for the new fiscal year while stating that the return of the US Futenma Air Station in Okinawa is not expected.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takai faces backlash over sending 'congratulations gifts' worth over 10 million yen to newly elected members of the ruling party, sparking accusations of money politics and outdated practices.

A large number of people in Japan were seen wearing T-shirts featuring bulldozers to express their admiration for Indian Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's actions.

The Center Reform Union and the Democratic Party of Japan announced their decision not to attend the first meeting of the 'National Conference' initiated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Prime Minister Sanae Takagi defended her office's decision to distribute catalog gifts to party-affiliated lawmakers, asserting it is not illegal and no returns will be requested.

During Japan's House of Representatives election period, critical posts about the government circulated on social media, raising suspicions of foreign influence operations.

Japan's Prime Minister Suga's distribution of catalog gifts worth 10 million yen to newly elected members of his party faces backlash from opposition parties, citing a disconnect with the financial realities of everyday citizens.

The Japanese Minister of Agriculture faced backlash for insensitive remarks regarding rice prices and was subsequently removed from office, leading to a shift in policy on stockpiled rice release.

The Osaka Metropolis Plan's third discussion has begun, but significant challenges may prevent its completion within the fiscal year due to cautious opinions within the ruling party.

Japanese Prime Minister is under pressure regarding gifts given to over 300 lawmakers as a token of appreciation for their success in recent elections.

Sanae Takichi, the leader of Japan's ruling party, is under scrutiny for sending catalog gifts to all winning candidates from the ruling party, raising questions about the legitimacy of using party funds for this purpose.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has distributed catalog gifts worth approximately 10 million yen to all party members elected in the recent House of Representatives election, raising questions about the party's financial ethics.

Analysts view President Trump's recent address to Congress as a politically charged speech resembling a campaign rally.