Myanmar junta media accuse ethnic army of killing 25 workers
Fighting has intensified in eastern Myanmar since the coup and clashes have driven thousands of people from their homes.
Mon Jun 14 2021
Myanmar authorities open new corruption cases against Suu Kyi
The cases are the latest of a series brought against elected leader Suu Kyi, who was overthrown by the army.
Thu Jun 10 2021
Myanmar junta defends response to crisis amid Southeast Asian criticism
The junta has paid little heed to respect a "consensus" agreed in late April to end violence and hold political talks with its opponents.
Tue Jun 08 2021
Myanmar arrests 39 over blasts, seeking training with rebels - Media
Security forces had seized 48 "handmade mines", 20 sticks of TNT, detonators, fuses and other material in a raid.
Wed May 12 2021
Myanmar protesters paint Yangon red, defying bloody army crackdown
Demonstrators woke early in Yangon to spray and splash pavements, roads and bus shelters with red paint.
Tue Apr 06 2021
Myanmar seizes Soros' charity funds for helping coup opponents - State media
The military announced through its Global New Light of Myanmar daily that it had taken control of US$3.81 million in the charity's accounts.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024