Myanmar rebels capture provincial town as anti-junta offensive widens
The town fell after a small group of junta soldiers surrendered following fierce fighting, local media outlet Myanmar Now said.
Wed Nov 08 2023
Indonesia president condemns attack on ASEAN officials during aid delivery in Myanmar
Myanmar's shadow National Unity Government, which is allied with the anti-junta militias, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), said it was not aware of any attack.
Mon May 08 2023
Myanmar resistance urges West to provide arms for fight against junta
Myanmar's Yee Mon requests support similar to that being given to Ukrainians battling invading Russian troops.
Thu May 19 2022
Saifuddin, Myanmar's NUG Foreign Minister meet in Washington
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah had an informal meeting with Foreign Minister of Myanmar's National Unity Government (NUG), Zin Mar Aung in Washington D.C. on Saturday.
Sun May 15 2022
Malaysia to propose for informal engagement between ASEAN and Myanmar's NUG
Malaysia will propose for ASEAN to establish an informal engagement with the National Unity Government (NUG) elected by the people of Myanmar prior to the coup.
Sun May 01 2022
Myanmar junta urges ASEAN envoy not to engage with 'terrorist' groups
Representatives from the military-controlled government haven't been invited to ASEAN meetings since late last year.
Mon Feb 21 2022
ASEAN envoy seeks Myanmar junta blessing to meet its opponents
Malaysia's Foreign Minister, Saifuddin Abdullah, on Thursday urged Prak Sokhonn to meet with NUG.
Fri Feb 18 2022
Myanmar opposition raises $6.3 mln on launch of 'revolution' bonds
Buyers of the bonds made payments via international transfers to an account in the Czech Republic, the NUG said.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Present or not at Summits, Myanmar still a concern for ASEAN
The three-day virtual gathering was for the first time marked by the absence of any representative from Myanmar.
Mon Nov 01 2021
Myanmar urged to avoid violence after junta opponents declare revolt
Southeast Asian and Western countries have urged all sides in Myanmar to refrain from violence and allow in humanitarian aid.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Myanmar military arrests more journalists
Reporters Without Borders said the pair were being held incommunicado.
Sun Aug 22 2021
Singapore says ASEAN not as effective as hoped in Myanmar
The United Nations and many countries have urged ASEAN, whose 10 members include Myanmar, to restore stability through diplomacy.
Sat Aug 21 2021
Myanmar military accused of arresting doctors while COVID-19 infections rise
Myanmar registered on Thursday over 6,000 new COVID-19 infections after reporting 286 deaths a day earlier.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Fears for supplies in Myanmar as exodus grows from fighting
More than 15,000 had sought refuge at the nearby border with India since the coup that has plunged the Southeast Asian country into chaos.
Wed May 19 2021
Myanmar unity government tells ASEAN no talks until prisoners freed
ASEAN has called for an end to violence and talks between all sides.
Wed Apr 28 2021
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024