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News & Analysis · 05 June 2026

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05 June 2026

GS-2News & Analysis05 Jun 2026thehindu.com

How ISWAP emerged as the dominant jihadist force in Africa’s Lake Chad basin

The article details the rise of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) as the dominant jihadist force in the Lake Chad basin, surpassing Boko Haram. It traces ISWAP's origins from a split within Boko Haram, highlighting its more structured command, diversified revenue streams (taxing economic activities), and strategic focus on military targets rather than indiscriminate violence against civilians. The article also discusses the regional security challenges posed by ISWAP, the involvement of international forces (U.S. African Command), and the formation of the Multinational Joint Task Force by Nigeria, Niger, Chad, Cameroon, and Benin to counter terrorism in the region.

International Relations

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GS-2News & Analysis05 Jun 2026thehindu.com

In open letter to Putin, Zelenskyy calls for meeting and ceasefire

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a direct meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and a full ceasefire to end the ongoing war. The proposal, made in an open letter, was supported by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who urged both sides to compromise. Russia, however, stated Putin would only meet Zelenskyy to finalize an already agreed deal and questioned Zelenskyy's legitimacy due to his expired term under wartime martial law. The article also mentions recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Saint Petersburg and Russia's acknowledgment of the need to strengthen its air defenses.

International Relations

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GS-3News & Analysis05 Jun 2026thehindu.com

Trump announces $700 million funding for coal plants, energy infrastructure

U.S. President Donald Trump announced $700 million in funding for coal plants, mines, and an export terminal, utilizing the Cold War-era Defence Production Act. This initiative aims to support the coal industry, keep existing facilities open, and build new ones, despite coal being the highest emitter of greenhouse gases. The move includes redirecting funds from climate change projects and follows previous actions to roll back environmental regulations and increase fossil fuel use, making the U.S. an outlier in global coal consumption trends. The UN has warned about rising global temperatures primarily driven by fossil fuels.

Environment & Ecology

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