Asia
From the Pacific to Jerusalem: The special alliance between Nauru and Israel - opinion
Nauru’s new embassy in Jerusalem reflects years of diplomatic support for Israel and a friendship that has endured international pressure.
WHO's Southeast Asia regional chief Saima Wazed resigns amid fraud allegations
Mao Zedong, Israel and the road not taken - 50 years after leader’s death
Massive Philippine search underway after fatal ferry blaze leaves dozens missing, five dead
Deadly Cambodia-Thailand clashes surge on contested border as Trump's ceasefire crumbles
"Thailand is determined to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and therefore military measures must be taken as necessary," Defense Ministry spokesperson said.
Following the war, Israel should reduce US dependency and seek alliances in Asia - opinion
Israel’s recovery from the October 7 Hamas attack reshaped the Middle East battlefield. Yet the war exposed a deeper challenge: growing strains in its relationship with the United States
Why Kazakhstan joined the Abraham Accords despite longstanding Israel ties - opinion
With full diplomatic relations with Israel already, other interests prompted Kazakhstan to join the historic pact.
Southeast Asia storm deaths near 800 as scale of disaster revealed
At least 176 have been killed in Thailand and three in Malaysia, while the death toll climbed to 604 in Indonesia on Monday, with 464 missing, according to official figures.
Three Chinese citizens killed in Tajikistan by grenade-carrying drone from Afghanistan
One other Chinese national was wounded in the attack, which took place on Wednesday evening in Tajikistan's southwestern Khatlon province.
Hong Kong nears end of search and rescue mission as tower fire toll rises to 94
Police said they have arrested three construction company officials on suspicion of manslaughter for using unsafe materials.
Hong Kong signals support for China in Japan dispute
Hong Kong backs China after Japan's leader warned of a Taiwan conflict amid rising tensions.
China pushes strategic industry ties with Germany amid rare earth strain
China moves to build stronger ties with Germany amid strain on the rare-earth market.
Russia says it held talks with China on missile defense
Russia and China held talks in Moscow on missile defense and agreed to strengthen cooperation.
With a sushi lunch, Taiwan president shows support for Japan in China dispute
Beijing has indicated it will halt Japanese seafood imports following a rise in tensions after Japan's prime minister suggested Tokyo could intervene militarily if China attacked Taiwan.
