Indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran are expected to resume after the funeral ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to international mediators. The discussions represent another step toward easing tensions in the Middle East after months of military confrontation and diplomatic uncertainty. The latest round of talks took place […]
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The United States has officially begun relocating deported migrants to the Pacific island nation of Palau as part of its expanding immigration enforcement strategy. However, the first individual sent under the new agreement chose to leave the country after spending only two weeks there, according to Palauan officials. The deportation initiative comes as the US […]
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) has raised serious concerns about the growing vulnerability of South-east Asia’s energy security, warning that climate change, rapidly increasing electricity demand, and geopolitical tensions in West Asia are combining to create a fragile energy outlook for the region. According to the IEA’s South-east Asia Energy Outlook 2026, the region’s power […]
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Global concerns over maritime security have resurfaced after the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) temporarily suspended its escort operations through the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a commercial vessel near Oman. Taiwan-based shipping company Evergreen Marine confirmed that its Singapore-flagged vessel, Ever Lovely, was struck by an “unknown object” while sailing through […]
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his departure on Monday following a sharp decline in public approval ratings. While his resignation marks the end of a challenging tenure at home, leaders across Europe paid tribute to his leadership and diplomatic efforts. Starmer, who became the first non-Conservative British prime minister since the United Kingdom voted […]
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Malaysia and Bangladesh have reaffirmed their shared commitment to addressing the long-standing Rohingya refugee crisis, agreeing to work more closely through ASEAN-led platforms and diplomatic channels to push for a sustainable and peaceful resolution involving Myanmar authorities. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized that both nations are united in their concern for the Rohingya […]
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A sudden explosion and fire at Qatar’s key liquefied natural gas (LNG) hub in Ras Laffan Industrial City on Sunday evening has left 54 people injured and 18 others still missing, according to authorities. The incident occurred during the start-up phase of operations at the Barzan gas facility, a major part of Qatar’s domestic gas […]
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A large-scale fire at a frozen food warehouse has pushed Los Angeles into a state of emergency as firefighters continue battling heavy flames and thick, toxic-looking smoke that has spread across wide parts of the city. The emergency declaration was confirmed by Mayor Karen Bass, who described the situation as a serious multi-jurisdictional incident requiring […]
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India has launched a nationwide re-examination for its highly competitive medical entrance test following a major paper leak controversy that forced authorities to cancel the previous attempt. Around 2.2 million aspiring medical students are retaking the exam today under unprecedented security arrangements. The earlier cancellation of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) sparked widespread […]
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have reported “significant progress” in ongoing trade negotiations between their two countries following a high-level meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Évian, France. The two leaders met face-to-face for the first time since early 2025, discussing a wide range of economic and […]
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