Tensions surge: Israel and Lebanon on the brink of catastrophic conflict
On both sides of the border, there is growing fear of a full-scale conflict as tensions between Israel and the Hezbollah organisation in Lebanon rise.
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Amidst war in Gaza, Israel in a 6-page dossier accuses 190 UNRWA employees of abductions and killings on Oct 7
The six-page dossier claims that approximately 190 UNRWA employees, including teachers, have allegedly taken on dual roles as members of Hamas or Islamic Jihad militants. Strikingly, the document also provides names and pictures for 11 of them.
North Korea launches cruise missile towards Yellow Sea; intensifies conflict
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported the cruise missile launches at approximately 7 am (GMT +9) emphasizing that the specifications are undergoing close analysis by both South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities.
UK and U.S. slam China’s human rights record at UN over Uyghur and Tibetan persecution
The UK urged China to halt the persecution and arbitrary detention of Uyghurs and Tibetans, emphasizing the importance of freedom of religion, and cultural expression, and the prevention of surveillance, torture, forced labour, and sexual violence.
Bangladesh and Japan set to forge economic partnership agreement: Navigating trade challenges and opportunities
Bangladesh and Japan are initiating discussions on an economic partnership agreement (EPA) focusing on tariff negotiations and fostering trade relations between both the countries.
Iran launches its Soraya satellite, amidst the escalating regional tensions
According to an Associated Press analysis of the footage, the launch happened on the outskirts of the city Shahroud, which is about 350 kilometers east of the capital, Tehran, at the Guard’s launch pad.
Casinos turning into untraceable banks for money laundering in Southeast Asia, says UN report
According to a report released this week by the UNODC (UN Office on Drugs and Crime), the region’s casinos are the new banks to the criminal networks, allowing them to conduct money laundering on a larger scale.
Pakistan and Iran ease tensions through diplomacy and anti-terrorism cooperation
Pakistan and Iran de-escalate tensions through diplomatic dialogue, addressing mutual concerns and signaling a desire to return to pre-incident relations amid recent cross-border hostilities.
China’s population sees 2nd consecutive year of decline amid economic and demographic challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the country, leading to a 6.6% increase in total deaths to 11.1 million, with the death rate reaching its highest level since 1974. New births fell by 5.7% to 9.02 million, accompanied by a record-low birth rate of 6.39 births per 1,000 people, down from 6.77 in 2022.
UN report reveals collaboration between North Korean hackers and criminal networks in Southeast Asia’s illicit banking scene
The report, released by the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC), points to the Mekong region, encompassing Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, as a hotspot for such illicit activities, facilitated by hackers like North Korea's Lazarus Group.
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