Japan’s Sanae Takaichi seeks talks with Iran’s leader before ultimatum
Japan's Sanae Takaichi is pushing for direct talks with Iran's leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, before issuing an ultimatum, a move she hopes will avert further escalation. This diplomatic effort comes
Snap polls for Malaysia in 2026 unlikely as PM Anwar bets on riding out ‘corporate mafia’ storm
The scandal involves members of Anwar Ibrahim's inner circle and top government officials.
This Is Not China’s War, but Beijing Started Preparing for It Years Ago
While not directly involved in the current conflict, **China** has been strategically preparing for potential geopolitical crises for years, particularly focusing on energy security since the Trump ad
Why Trees Are Key to Russia’s Spring Offensive in Ukraine
As spring brings back vegetation, **Russia** is anticipated to leverage the natural cover to conceal its troops during an expected offensive in Ukraine, a tactic that highlights the evolving nature of
A Hidden Russian Hand in Hungary’s Election? Actually, It’s Quite Open.
Hungary's upcoming election is seeing Prime Minister Viktor Orban campaign on an anti-Ukraine platform, seemingly reciprocated by open Russian support, while the EU is accused of meddling by figures l
What if Israel just won't stop?
President Trump's recent address on the war with Iran offered no clear exit strategy, leaving the nation uncertain about a potential peace deal or intensified conflict. A significant concern is Israel
Iran’s top university bombed as US, Israel intensify attacks; 34 killed
The United States and Israel have launched extensive attacks across Iran, killing at least 34 people, including six children, and targeting key infrastructure like Sharif University and residential ar
Iran War Live Updates: Trump Renews Threat of Attacks on Bridges and Power Plants
President Trump has renewed threats against Iranian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, ahead of a Tuesday deadline, while Iran reported an airstrike on a residential area in Tehran an
North Korea working on carbon-fibre ICBM for multi-warhead delivery, Seoul says
North Korea is reportedly developing carbon-fiber intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) capable of carrying multiple warheads, a significant upgrade to its strategic forces, according to South K
UAE says the use of Hormuz must be guaranteed in any US-Iran deal
The UAE insists that any U.S.-Iran deal must guarantee access through the Strait of Hormuz, warning that a settlement failing to curb Iran's nuclear program, missiles, and drones would create a more d
Israelis don't pay for the weapons we 'sell' to them — US taxpayers do
U.S. taxpayers, not Israel, are primarily funding billions in U.S. arms sales to Israel through the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) program, a fact highlighted by senators opposing recent bomb sales.
China moves to expand role in Iran war diplomacy; U.S. seems sceptical
China is intensifying its diplomatic efforts in the Iran-Israel war, proposing a five-point plan with Pakistan and rallying Gulf support, aiming to assert a greater global leadership role. However, th
Iran mediators make last-ditch push for 45-day ceasefire
The U.S., Iran, and regional mediators are engaged in last-ditch discussions for a 45-day ceasefire, potentially leading to a permanent end to the conflict, with a plan for immediate cessation of host
How one factory in China learnt to live with Trump, tariffs and turmoil
Agilian Technology saw its US orders, accounting for more than half its revenue, frozen for months.
Iran-Israel war LIVE: At least 13 killed in airstrike in building near Tehran, says Iranian media
At least 13 people have been killed in an airstrike on a residential building near Tehran, according to Iranian media and India Today World, as Iran warns of "much more devastating" retaliation if civ
Trump’s trade war with China in focus ahead of May summit
President Trump's upcoming May summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping marks a critical juncture in a trade war characterized by escalating tariffs, retaliatory probes, and a series of fragile truces
Trump's trade war with China in focus ahead of May summit
President Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May, marking his first visit to China in eight years amidst an ongoing trade war characterized by tit-for-tat tariffs and complex negotia
Japanese Leader Wrestles with Middle East Shock in Planned Trip to Washington
As the Middle‑East war ripples across the globe, Japan’s senior minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet the White House, a move seen by Crisis Group’s Matt Wheeler as a litmus test for U.S. policy amid
Netanyahu says he spoke with Trump, congratulated him on rescuing downed pilot
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed a direct conversation with President Trump, extending congratulations for the successful rescue of a U.S. service member whose aircraft was downed b
Trump appears to extend Iran deadline in cryptic post
President Trump has seemingly extended a deadline for Iran to placate the U.S. until Wednesday, 8 AM Singapore time, despite earlier expletive-laden social media rants threatening Iran over the Hormuz