Asia
U.S. warns China’s war games near Taiwan could be used to conceal attack
US military warns China’s exercises near Taiwan may disguise actual attack; calls for urgent defense reforms.
China hits back at Trump’s tariffs
Beijing retaliated against U.S. tariffs with levies on U.S. imports and announced an investigation into Google.
Taiwanese President calls for dialogue with China for peace
Taiwan’s President calls for dialogue with China for peace amid international changes, emphasizing sovereignty and mutual well-being.
Dozens feared dead in crush at Kumbh Mela religious festival in India
Dozens are feared dead following crowd crushes at India’s Kumbh Mela festival, as vast numbers gathered for ritual bathing at one of…
North Korea suspected of preparing to send more troops to Russia; Trump ready to meet Kim
Russia continues its fight in Ukraine despite losses, as North Korea enhances military support. Trump says he will reach out to North…
India offering $1million to anyone who can decipher this 5,300-year-old writing
Tamil Nadu offers a €960,000 reward for deciphering a 5,300-year-old Indus language, vital for understanding its ancient civilization.
US deploys Typhon missile launchers to new location in Philippines
U.S. relocated Typhon missile launchers in the Philippines, enhancing mobility and strategic capabilities.
Taliban say 2 Americans held in Afghanistan were freed in a prisoner exchange
U.S.-Taliban prisoner swap exchanges two Americans for imprisoned Taliban leader.
At least 12 Indians killed serving in Russian armed forces, India says
Twelve Indians died in Russian forces; 16 are missing.
South Korean investigators arrest impeached President Yoon, ending weeks-long standoff
South Korean authorities arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday over insurrection allegations, with the embattled leader saying he agreed to…
Pakistani airline resumes Europe flights after EU ban lifted
PIA resumes European flights after EU lifts safety ban, still restricted from UK and US.
China in contact with WHO on respiratory diseases
The Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday that it had maintained close communication with the World Health Organization (WHO) on respiratory diseases,…