
Detention of South Sudan's VP Machar cancels peace deal, his party says
The U.N. peacekeeping mission in South Sudan called for restraint, saying the country stood on the brink of relapsing into widespread conflict.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Hundreds of Palestinians protest in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out".
Thu Mar 27 2025

Sudanese army makes gains in Khartoum, other areas amid fighting with rebel faction
The conflict has spread to 13 of Sudan's 18 states.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process: Current realities and prospects
Azerbaijan's 2020 war marked a new phase in its decades-long conflict with Armenia, reclaiming territories after 44 days of fighting.
Fri Mar 21 2025

Congo rebels dismiss ceasefire calls, capture strategic town
The capture leaves the rebels in control of a road linking four eastern Congo provinces.
Fri Mar 21 2025

Unicef: Palestinian children deprived of the most essential supplies and services
Palestinian children remain deprived of essential supplies and services amid the ongoing relentless conflict, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has said.
Tue Mar 18 2025

UN's food agency WFP to cut aid for about a million people in Myanmar
The cuts come just as increased conflict, displacement and access restrictions are already sharply driving up food aid needs.
Fri Mar 14 2025

Putin says he is in favour of 30-day ceasefire, but with nuances
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is in favour of a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict, proposed by the United States (US), but added that there will be nuances.
Fri Mar 14 2025
Israel and US power in Syrian Faction
The collapse of the Assad regime could potentially trigger a sectarian conflict between the Shiites and the Sunni majority in the region, drawing in Iran. Israeli commanders view this as potentially beneficial for Israel and its Western allies. According to one individual’s perspective, such a scenario could divert Iran’s focus and significantly delay its nuclear activities. Furthermore, some senior Israeli intelligence analysts believe that this development could even contribute to the eventual downfall of the current Iranian government.
Thu Mar 13 2025

A call for peace in Turkey: what's in it for key actors?
Ending the insurgency would be a major achievement for Turkey's president after past efforts failed to resolve the conflict.
Sun Mar 02 2025

Putin says Russia open to Europe's involvement in peace talks on Ukraine
Vladimir Putin says US President Donald Trump was approaching the Russia-Ukraine conflict rationally and not emotionally.
Tue Feb 25 2025

US, Russia forge ahead on peace talks, without Ukraine
High-level teams would discuss ending the conflict and restoring the countries' respective diplomatic missions separately.
Wed Feb 19 2025

US and Russia meet without Ukraine for first talks on ending war
They were expected to discuss ways to end the three-year-old conflict in Ukraine and restore American-Russian relations.
Tue Feb 18 2025

Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region
Trump's plan touches on one of the most sensitive issues in the Arab-Israeli conflict, the right of Palestinians to return.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Malaysia rejects forced resettlement of Palestinians, reaffirms support for two-state solution
Wisma Putra rejects any attempt to undermine Palestinian self-determination, calling it unacceptable and a move that prolongs the conflict.
Thu Feb 06 2025

US car buyers face higher prices, less choice under Trump's tariffs
Trump says tariffs will boost US production, but analysts warn theyll impact automakers' choices and raise costs for consumers.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Rohingya in Bangladesh face dire consequences if aid money drops, say UN agencies
UNHCR & IOM warn as they launch a joint appeal for food, education aid for Rohingya fleeing Myanmar violence for eight years.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Malaysia’s EPF Spotlighted in WEF Longevity Economy Report as global model for retirement reform
Malaysia gains WEF 2025 spotlight for leading inclusive, tech-driven retirement reforms amid global ageing challenges.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Amendment to Education Act: Reduce student dropout rate, increase enrolment
MOE adds a rule holding parents accountable for ensuring kids complete primary and secondary education.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Trump orders elimination of 'anti-American ideology' from Smithsonian institutions
The Republican president, in an executive order, directed that Vice President JD Vance undertake the action.
Fri Mar 28 2025

US Defense Secretary reaffirms 'ironclad commitment' to the Philippines
Pete Hegseth, Marcos Jr. reaffirm strong US-Philippines ties, stressing peace amid China's growing threats in the Indo-Pacific.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Myanmar junta declares state of emergency in multiple regions following strong earthquake
Ruling military says will make inquiries on the situation quickly and conduct rescue operations along with providing humanitarian aid.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Detention of South Sudan's VP Machar cancels peace deal, his party says
The U.N. peacekeeping mission in South Sudan called for restraint, saying the country stood on the brink of relapsing into widespread conflict.
Fri Mar 28 2025

At least three dead after mosque partially collapses in Myanmar earthquake, eyewitnesses say
A mosque in Myanmar partially collapsed when the strong earthquake struck the Southeast Asian nation.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Thai capital declared disaster area after quake, city hall says
The Bangkok governor has been placed in charge of coordinating the disaster response, it's city hall says.
Fri Mar 28 2025