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Pernicious states: Towards a new grammar of international relations

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

We have names for weak and failing states.

We need one for superpowers that cause global harm.

Key facts

  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:29:28 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
  • Whether other major newsrooms confirm the same details
  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

Coverage timeline

When each newsroom published on this story, oldest first — all times UTC.

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Sources

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Read the full report at Al Jazeera

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