Shoigu says Russia and allies should step up military exercises in Asia
Russia and its allies in Asia should expand joint military exercises as they face direct threat from attempts by the US, said Sergei Shoigu.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Australia says hopes fade for soldiers missing after helicopter crash
The MRH-90 helicopter was taking part in Talisman Sabre military exercises between the US and Australia when it came down in waters.
Mon Jul 31 2023
ASEAN to hold first joint military exercise off Indonesia
Julius Widjojono said the exercise was related to the "high risk of disaster in Asia, especially Southeast Asia."
Thu Jun 08 2023
Thailand hosts thousands of US troops for annual 'Cobra Gold' drills
Cobra Gold involves 7,394 personnel from 30 countries, with seven full participants including Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Tue Feb 28 2023
North Korea fires 4 ballistic missiles as US, Seoul end drills
Seoul and Washington ended a high-profile six-day military exercise.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Chinese and Taiwanese warships shadow each other as drills due to end
10 warships each from China and Taiwan sailed at close quarters in the Taiwan Strait, with some Chinese vessels crossing the median line.
Mon Aug 08 2022
PM Ismail Sabri offers condolences to soldier's family
Lance Corp Mohamad Azrin Mohamad Isa's body was found today after being reported missing while undergoing a military exercise in Bera.
Wed Sep 01 2021
N.Korean leader's sister warns Seoul against military drill with Washington
Washington and Seoul are due to hold a joint military drill later in August.
Mon Aug 02 2021
US bombers drill over Korean peninsula after latest North Korea launch
The drills, involving four U.S. stealth F-35B jets as well as South Korean and Japanese fighter jets, came at the end of annual US-South Korea military exercises.
Fri Sep 01 2017
Venezuela's Maduro calls for military exercises after Trump threat
As Maduro told supporters in Caracas to prepare for an "imperialist" invasion, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence sought to calm concerns in the region about Trump's talk.
Tue Aug 15 2017
China asks North Korea to stop missile tests, tells US and South to seek talks
North Korea launched four ballistic missiles on Monday in response to the military exercises.
Wed Mar 08 2017
North Korea warns of 'actual war'
North Korea declared that ongoing joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises were aimed at conducting a "pre-emptive nuclear attack" against Pyongyang.
Tue Mar 07 2017
South Korea, U.S. begin large-scale annual drills amid North Korea tension
The exercise, called Foal Eagle, comes amid heightened tension following the latest test launch of a ballistic missile by the North on Feb. 12.
Wed Mar 01 2017
North Korea threatens nuclear strikes over South-US military drills
North Korea threatened pre-emptive and "indiscriminate" nuclear strikes against South Korea and the United States on Monday.
Mon Mar 07 2016
US cancels military exercise, visits after Thai coup
Thailand's army coup in the country, has prompted the United States to cancel its ongoing military exercise with Thailand.
Sun May 25 2014
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