A newly signed preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran has raised fresh questions about the future of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf electronically signed a […]
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As diplomatic efforts intensify to bring an end to tensions between the United States and Iran, Switzerland has officially offered to host the signing of a potential peace agreement between the two nations. According to Switzerland’s foreign ministry, the country remains actively engaged in supporting dialogue and peace-building initiatives between Washington and Tehran. Swiss officials […]
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As international tensions continue to rise, a coalition of 22 countries has issued a strong and unified warning to Iran, accusing the country of orchestrating attacks and intimidation campaigns beyond its borders through criminal networks and proxy groups. The joint statement, released by nations including the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and numerous […]
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China has voiced strong opposition to the recent decision by Japan and the Philippines to begin formal maritime boundary negotiations, describing the planned discussions as “illegal and invalid” while reaffirming its own claims over the disputed waters. The announcement came after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during an […]
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French President Emmanuel Macron has clarified that France never intended to deploy warships into the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing instead a coordinated international security effort aimed at protecting maritime traffic and reducing tensions in the region. Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi yesterday, Macron stressed that France remains committed to preventing any blockade in […]
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Germany has indicated that it is willing to play a role in supporting stability if a peace agreement is reached between the United States and Iran. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius shared this message during a discussion with Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles, emphasizing Germany’s openness to help safeguard peace if diplomatic efforts succeed. Speaking […]
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The United States is scheduled to formally leave the World Health Organization on Thursday, a move ordered by President Donald Trump that has triggered serious concerns about legality, public health, and global cooperation. The decision comes despite a US law that requires Washington to pay all outstanding dues before withdrawing from the United Nations health […]
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Chinese President Xi Jinping stepped into full focus at the APEC leaders’ meeting on Saturday, using the moment to champion a global system for governing artificial intelligence and to offer China as a strategic counterweight to the United States on trade and technology cooperation. In his first detailed push behind the proposal announced earlier this […]
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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivered a powerful reminder today that the future of Southeast Asia depends on unity, dignity, and shared progress. Hosting the ASEAN–China Defence Ministers’ Luncheon, he emphasised that peace and prosperity are not separate goals — they are deeply linked and must be protected together. Khaled expressed ASEAN’s appreciation […]
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The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has announced its largest financial commitment to date — backing a $6 billion desalination and water conveyance project in Jordan. This landmark initiative, set to transform the region’s water landscape, comes as the world prepares for the COP30 climate summit in Brazil and reflects a decade of global commitment following […]
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