South Korean Unification Minister Uses North Korea’s Formal Name
South Korea's Unification Minister has begun using North Korea's formal state title, signaling a historic policy shift towards a two-state vision, yet this approach faces significant constitutional, i
Is a peaceful settlement possible in Iran?
Pakistan has offered to host and broker "meaningful talks" between Iran and the United States to de-escalate the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran, leveraging its close ties with both nations. This diplom
Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that allies have urged him to scale back attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, a move he says Ukraine will only consider if Russia ceases its own st
Exclusive: Zelensky says Russia winning from Iran war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that a prolonged conflict in Iran would significantly benefit Russia by boosting its oil-dependent economy, while simultaneously harming Ukraine. This pers
Israel’s nuclear bomb is the threat that dare not speak its name
While Western media focuses on Iran's potential nuclear threat, a critical analysis highlights the international community's double standard in overlooking **Israel's undeclared nuclear arsenal** at t
Iran wipes out US-Israeli radars & sensors, changing course of war
Iran's recent missile successes against major Israeli cities, including Dimona near nuclear facilities, suggest critical vulnerabilities in the U.S.-Israeli integrated air defense system. While interc
Rubio tells Al Jazeera that Strait of Hormuz to reopen ‘one way or another’
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared to Al Jazeera that the Strait of Hormuz will "reopen one way or another" amidst the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran, while President Trump reportedly s
Schools, water, industry: What civilian targets have US, Israel, Iran hit?
The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has seen all parties accused of striking civilian targets, including schools, hospitals, and water infrastructure, leading to thousands of casualt
Foreign policy — and Iran — will define Trump’s presidency
The future of **Donald Trump's presidency** will be largely defined by his foreign policy decisions, particularly concerning **Iran**. The article emphasizes the high stakes involved, suggesting that
China sanctions aide of Japan PM Takaichi for Taiwan ties
China has sanctioned Japanese lawmaker Keiji Furuya, a close aide to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, for his "collusion with Taiwan independence" forces, freezing his assets and barring entry into Chin
Pakistan Says Ready to Facilitate US-Iran Talks Within Days - Bloomberg.com
Pakistan announced its readiness to facilitate US-Iran talks within days, a move quickly complicated by Iran's blunt rejection of any such mediation. This comes as the US considers deploying ground tr
Israel’s nuclear bomb is the threat that dare not speak its name
While Western media focuses on Iran's potential nuclear threat, a critical analysis highlights the international community's double standard in overlooking **Israel's undeclared nuclear arsenal** at t
ASEAN Summit to Proceed in May, but Preparatory Meetings Will Be Shifted Online
The upcoming ASEAN Leaders' Summit in Cebu, scheduled for May 8-9, will proceed as planned, though preparatory meetings have been moved online. The primary focus of the summit is expected to be the ec
Iran wipes out US-Israeli radars & sensors, changing course of war
Iran's recent missile successes against major Israeli cities, including Dimona near nuclear facilities, suggest critical vulnerabilities in the U.S.-Israeli integrated air defense system. While interc
Philippine oil refinery secures 2.5 million barrels of Russian crude
The Philippines' sole oil refinery, Petron Corp, has secured 2.5 million barrels of Russian crude due to "extreme necessity" and cancelled shipments, a move unthinkable before the US eased sanctions.
Iran War Live Updates: Trump Says Iran Agreed to Allow 20 More Ships of Oil Through Strait of Hormuz
Amid escalating tensions, President Trump announced Iran's agreement to allow 20 more oil ships through the Strait of Hormuz, framing it as a 'sign of respect,' even as Israel launched strikes on Iran
Zelenskyy arrives in Jordan to bolster security ties
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Jordan to strengthen defense ties, expanding on recent cooperation agreements with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This tour aims to secure sup
How will the Houthis’ involvement shape the war?
Yemen's Houthi group has escalated regional tensions by launching missiles towards Israel, fulfilling a month-long threat and signaling a significant expansion of the conflict. This move, seen as supp
Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Sunday
Amidst escalating regional tensions, a U.S.-Israeli bombardment struck a southern Iranian port, killing five according to Iranian state media, while diplomats convened in Pakistan to address the crisi
Pakistan maintains ‘delicate balancing act’ as it hosts Iran talks
Pakistan has turned Islamabad into a diplomatic hub, bringing together Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Iran to try to defuse the U.S.–Israel‑Iran conflict that is choking the Strait of Hormuz. The tal