Iran hits Gulf refineries as Trump warns U.S. will attack Iranian bridges, power plants
Amid escalating conflict, Iran launched missile and drone attacks targeting oil refineries and gas facilities across Israel, Kuwait, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, while simultaneously accusing the U.S. o
French, South Korean leaders say they'll work together on Strait of Hormuz
French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung have pledged to collaborate on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and de-escalating West Asian tensions, a move that contrasts sha
North Korea to hold burial ceremony for troops killed in Ukraine war
North Korea is set to hold a burial ceremony in mid-April for its soldiers killed fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine, with Seoul estimating approximately 2,000 North Korean casualties. This event co
How war on Iran turned Pakistan’s LNG surplus into a looming shortage
Pakistan, initially facing an LNG surplus due to falling demand and increased solar adoption, is now on the brink of a severe gas shortage after the US-Israeli 'Epic Fury' operation against Iran trigg
The Iran War Mediation and Pakistan’s ‘Reverse Bismarck’
Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to mediate the Iran war, while seemingly ambitious, mask a deeper national weakening, even as the conflict itself escalates with Iran vowing 'crushing' attacks against th
China says US, Israeli attacks on Iran the ‘root cause’ of Hormuz blockage
China blames US and Israeli military operations against Iran as the "root cause" of the Strait of Hormuz blockage, a stance that contrasts with US President Trump's call for affected nations to seize
Gold retreats as Fed rate hopes fade
Gold prices are retreating from recent highs as hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut fade, primarily due to President Trump's statements on the Iran conflict and rising US Treasury yields. An
Iran continues strikes across the Persian Gulf despite Trump's warning
Despite President Trump's declaration that the U.S. is "on the cusp of ending Iran's sinister threat" and his warning of intensified strikes to bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages," Iran continues its
Iran fires missiles at Israel and Gulf neighbors as Trump talks of winding down Mideast war
Despite President Trump's assertion that the threat from Iran is "nearly eliminated" and that the U.S. military's objectives are "nearing completion," Iran has defiantly continued to launch missile at
Forget Trump – Netanyahu’s Iran endgame is what really matters
The ongoing war between the US, Israel, and Iran has seen the US and Israel lose strategic initiative due to Iran's resilience and their own conflicting objectives. While the US's long-standing Carter
The Houthis Enter the Middle East War: What Comes Next?
The Iran-aligned Houthis have escalated the Middle East conflict by attacking Israel, prompting analysis from Crisis Group expert Ahmed Nagi on their motivations and future actions. This comes as form
Trump Mulls Pulling U.S. Out of NATO
Donald Trump is reportedly considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, a move that would face significant legal hurdles as U.S. law requires congressional approval for such an action. This potential w
Malaysian government warns against profiteering as cost pressures mount
Malaysia is attempting to ease financial burdens while boosting income levels, said Zahid.
Trump makes his case for war with Iran, saying the conflict is 'nearing completion'
President Trump declared the war with Iran "nearing completion," citing significant battlefield victories and progress on key objectives like destroying Iran's Navy and reducing missile strikes, despi
Trump's April Fools' Address to the nation
Ahead of President Donald Trump's anticipated address on Iran, Washington was abuzz with speculation regarding his potential declaration of victory or a ceasefire, with some sources, like Asia Times,
Waging war across three domains
The article from the Project on Government Oversight raises concerns about the potential for a land war in Asia, arguing that while air campaigns can inflict damage, they are insufficient to achieve s
"The Axios Show": Jamie Dimon on Trump, running for office and Epstein
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon passionately defended the Iran war and dismissed a potential presidential run in an interview with Axios, while former President Trump urged allies to take control of th
Man set up devices in Singapore blasting 50,000 scam calls in 50 minutes; victims lost S$1.6 million
A man in Singapore deployed devices that unleashed 50,000 scam calls in just 50 minutes, leading to victims losing S$1.6 million. This sophisticated operation is believed to be orchestrated by Taiwane
How Will South Korea Respond to the Iran-US Conflict?
South Korea faces a critical decision regarding U.S. requests for naval support in the Strait of Hormuz, with options ranging from leveraging its position to minimizing involvement or compensating the
Trump Claims Military Success but Offers No Clear Timeline to End Fighting
President Trump, in a 19-minute White House address, asserted future military action against Iran, stating the U.S. would strike "extremely hard over the next two to three weeks," yet provided no spec