US warship sails through Taiwan Strait following China war games
The ship's transit demonstrates the United States' commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, the US Navy said.
Mon Apr 17 2023
US warships transit Taiwan Strait, first since Pelosi visit
These ships transited through a corridor in the strait that is beyond the territorial sea of any coastal state, the US Navy said.
Mon Aug 29 2022
China says it warned away US warship in South China Sea
Chinese forces followed and warned away from a US warship that entered waters near the Paracel Islands in the South China Sea.
Thu Jan 20 2022
No need to speculate US warship collision - Reezal Merican
There was no need to speculate on the accident which resulted in 10 sailors missing and five others injured.
Tue Aug 22 2017
U.S. Navy, citing poor seamanship, removes commanders of warship in deadly crash
The U.S. Navy has removed the two senior officers and the senior enlisted sailor on a U.S. warship that almost sank off the coast of Japan in June after it was struck by a Philippine container ship.
Fri Aug 18 2017
US warship in operation near disputed island in South China Sea
The USS Stethem, a guided-missile destroyer, sailed within 12 nautical miles of Triton Island, part of the Paracel Islands in the South China Sea, the official said.
Mon Jul 03 2017
US aircraft carriers start drills off Philippines
The Philippines has been improving its defence ties with the US to help boost the ability of one of Asia's weakest armed forces.
Sun Jun 19 2016
Iran fired rockets near US warships in Gulf
The Guards were conducting a live-fire exercise and the Truman came within about 1,500 yards of a rocket.
Wed Dec 30 2015
Hishammuddin slated to join US Defence Secretary on US warship
The Home Minister is slated to join Ashton Carter for a cruise on the USS Theodore Roosevelt, which is currently transiting in the South China Sea.
Wed Nov 04 2015
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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