US VP Vance to visit Israel with Gaza ceasefire uncertain
JERUSALEM: United States Vice President JD Vance will arrive in Israel on Tuesday (Oct 21), as Washington tries to stabilise […]
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Sanae Takaichi wins parliamentary vote to become Japan’s first female prime minister
The 64-year-old leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party unexpectedly won a majority in a first round of voting in the
As China and US impose rival port fees, global shipping industry braces for disruption
Analysts say Beijing has left room to negotiate and could adjust its fees based on Washington’s actions. BEIJING: As China
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Pakistan reports a new clash with Afghan forces along border
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Clashes erupted Tuesday between Pakistani and Afghan forces in a remote northwestern border region, with state-run
Taiwan says ‘T-Dome’ to better integrate air defence system for higher kill rate
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s “T-Dome” air defence system will establish a more efficient and integrated “sensor-to-shooter” mechanism for a higher kill rate,
Trump may approve Tomahawks for Ukraine if Russia continues war
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (Oct 12) he may offer long-range Tomahawk missiles that could be used