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Asia & Pacific

El Niño set to return as early as May, impacting global weather patterns

A clear shift has been observed in the Equatorial Pacific, with sea-surface temperatures rising rapidly, suggesting a high likelihood of El Niño conditions developing between May and July this year.

1 hour ago
Middle East and Africa

US hopes for progress, but Iran says not direct talks

While Trump expressed confidence at the prospect of a lasting peace in Lebanon, sealing a deal to end the wider Middle East war is a thornier proposition, even as urgency mounts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital conduit for the world's oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG). ...

2 hours ago
Asia & Pacific premium

Calls grow for firmer Indonesian stance on Gaza


Activists cite inaction as global efforts mount in Brussels. ...

13 hours ago

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Middle East and Africa

Indonesian peacekeeper dies of wounds suffered in March strike

Six peacekeepers have been killed since the start of the most recent war between Israel and Hezbollah.

16 hours ago
Asia & Pacific premium

Energy, food security top ASEAN agenda amid Middle East turmoil

With the Middle East crisis sending shockwaves through global markets, ASEAN Chair the Philippines is focusing on safeguarding energy and food supplies, while pressing for stronger unity and coordinated action among member states to manage rising regional vulnerabilities.

18 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on the Malacca Strait

The 900-km (550-mile) long Malacca Strait, bounded by Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, provides the shortest sea route from East Asia to the Middle East and Europe.

23 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case

Prosecutors allege the drone operation heightened military tensions with North Korea and risked exposing sensitive military information related to the mission and South Korea's capabilities after a drone crashed.

23 hours ago
Americas

US invites Putin to G20 summit, but Trump doubts he'll come

Seemed unaware of any invitation, Trump said: 'If he came, it would be probably very helpful'.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump hopes for historic deal

Trump, at a standstill in negotiations with Iran, spoke in glowing terms of peace prospects for Lebanon, even as Hezbollah fired new rockets following deadly Israeli strikes.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Iran says won't reopen Hormuz if US upholds naval blockade

While strikes around the region have mostly ceased since the truce began, there has been no letup in the pressure around the crucial trade route, with the two sides exercising their economic leverage in a bid to force the other to back down.

1 day ago
Europe

Climate scrubbed from G7 meeting to appease US, host France says

The office of France's ecology minister Monique Barbut said the two-day meeting would focus on "less contentious issues" in an effort to appease the largest and most powerful G7 member.

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific

China urges further build-up on islands amid territorial disputes

China has built artificial islands, airstrips, and military facilities during extensive land reclamation efforts over the years in disputed waters in the South China Sea.

1 day ago
Asia & Pacific premium

Call grows for clearer foreign policy communication in Indonesia

Lawmakers have urged the government to improve clarity in its foreign policy communication, warning that unclear messaging risks misinterpretation by international partners and could undermine Indonesia’s long-standing non-aligned position amid growing scrutiny of recent diplomatic moves.

2 days ago
Middle East and Africa

Indonesia denounces Israel 'propaganda' banner over Gaza hospital ruins

The Foreign Ministry said all medical facilities "must be respected and protected" under international humanitarian law and called on Israel to cease actions that endanger civilian infrastructure.

2 days ago
Middle East and Africa

Trump declares Iran ceasefire extension with peace talks in doubt

There was no response early on Wednesday to Trump's announcement from senior Iranian officials, although some initial reactions from Tehran suggested Trump's comments were being treated skeptically.

2 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Thailand offers backing for Myanmar's bid to normalize ASEAN ties

The 11-member ASEAN bloc has yet to formally recognize the new Myanmar government. ASEAN leaders will hold a summit next month in the Philippines.

2 days ago
Asia & Pacific

India orders school water bells to beat heat

That year was India's hottest year since thorough records began in 1901, with sizzling temperatures following a global pattern of extreme weather driven by climate change.

2 days ago
Asia & Pacific

China praises nations that denied overflight rights for Taiwan president

It is the first instance of a Taiwan president having to cancel a foreign trip due to denial of access to airspace, as lack of diplomatic ties with the island does not normally pose a problem for its leaders in flying over countries.

2 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Australia asks Roblox, Minecraft to detail child safety measures

Companies must respond to the notices in 30 days, with failure to comply exposing them to up to penalties of up to A$825,000 ($590,783) a day

2 days ago
Asia & Pacific premium

US warship allowed to pass through Malacca Strait, Navy says, amid Iran war concerns

An Indonesian Navy spokesperson said the USS Miguel Keith that passed through the Strait of Malacca on April 14 did not violate any international laws and had respected Indonesia’s status as a coastal state.

3 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defense export rules

The new rules end Japan's self-imposed curb on sales of lethal arms as Tokyo seeks to enter the international arms market, hoping to bolster national defence as well as boost economic growth.

3 days ago
Middle East and Africa

Lebanon president says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talks

New talks between Lebanon's and Israel's US ambassadors will take place Thursday in Washington after the first direct talks between the two countries in decades was held on April 14.

3 days ago
Europe

UK accelerates clean energy to protect against fossil fuel price shocks

Britain will launch a package of measures on Tuesday to accelerate the growth of renewable power and reduce the country’s reliance on fossil fuels which have soared in cost due to the conflict in Iran, the government said.

3 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Scarce food, bleak futures spur Rohingya refugees to gamble with death at sea

Hundreds of Rohingya refugees die en route from hunger or accidents at sea, but the numbers keep growing as shrinking food rations caused by dwindling international aid push yet more to make the dangerous crossing.

4 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Philippines says US access to bases limited by land issues

The Philippines and the US have a 12-year-old Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement that allows a rotational presence of American military in Philippine bases without establishing a permanent presence.

4 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Japan overhauls decades-old weapons export rules

Japan will ease decades-old arms export rules, the government's top spokesman Minoru Kihara said on Tuesday, paving the way for the sale of lethal weapons overseas.

4 days ago
Middle East and Africa

US, Iran warn ready for war as talks in limbo

The United States and Iran on Monday each warned they were ready for war as the clock ticked on a ceasefire, with uncertainty on talks that President Donald Trump had announced would resume in Pakistan.

4 days ago
Asia & Pacific

China warns joint US, Philippines and Japan drills risk regional trust

"What the Asia-Pacific region most needs is peace and tranquility, and what it least needs is the introduction of external forces to create division and confrontation," Guo Jiakun, a ministry spokesperson, said at a regular press briefing in Beijing.

4 days ago
Asia & Pacific

US warship passes through Malacca Strait, TNI says

The warship passed through the strait, which borders Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, on Saturday, April 18, Indonesian Navy spokesperson First Admiral Tunggul told Reuters.

4 days ago
Asia & Pacific

US begins Philippines war games amidst Middle East conflict

The war games will feature live-fire exercises in the north of the country facing the Taiwan Strait, as well as a province off the disputed South China Sea, where the Philippines and China have engaged in repeated confrontations.

4 days ago

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