Will Israel and Lebanon start ceasefire talks?
EXPLAINER Will Israel and Lebanon start ceasefire talks? Israel and Hezbollah continued to trade attacks on Friday – although at a reduced intensity. Save Civilians inspect a residential building after…
Taiwan opposition leader calls for ‘reconciliation’ after meeting Xi
Taiwan opposition leader calls for ‘reconciliation’ after meeting Xi KMT leader Cheng Li-wun stressed shared cultural heritage and suggested she would slow-down Taiwan’s military build up. Save Cheng Li-wun, chairperson…
Myanmar’s coup leader Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as president
Myanmar’s coup leader Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as president Min Aung Hlaing seeks to ‘enhance’ international relations and ties with ASEAN after coup plunged Myanmar into chaos. Save Myanmar’s…
Russia and Ukraine agree to 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine agree to 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire Moscow and Kyiv signal a short Easter truce as diplomacy stalls and war pressures mount. Save People look at a drone…
Iran ceasefire: Not an off-ramp for the US but a life-saving ejection seat
Iran ceasefire: Not an off-ramp for the US but a life-saving ejection seat It’s the first time that a Middle Eastern country has single-handedly checked the massive war-making capabilities of…
Djibouti votes as long-time leader seeks sixth presidential term
Djibouti votes as long-time leader seeks sixth presidential term Lawmakers scrapped presidential age limit last year, allowing incumbent Ismail Omar Guelleh to compete for another term. Save A voter prepares…
Kuwait blames Iran for drone strike, Iran denies responsibility
Kuwait is blaming ‘Iran and its proxies’ for a drone attack on Thursday night, while Iran has denied responsibility.
Palestinian journalist describes losing prosthetic eye in Israeli prison
Palestinian journalist Muath Amarne said his prosthetic eye fell out after an infection while in Israeli detention.
Energy prices may take ‘months’ to normalise, despite ceasefire: Analysts
Energy prices may take ‘months’ to normalise, despite ceasefire: Analysts There needs to be a predictable and stable flow of cargo through the strait before markets can stabilise, experts say.…
Iran war: What is happening on day 42 of US-Israeli attacks?
EXPLAINER Iran war: What is happening on day 42 of US-Israeli attacks? A Pakistan-brokered US-Iran ceasefire has taken effect, but disputes over its scope are fuelling regional tensions. Save An…