Daily Asia briefing

Previous drafts would have authorized countries “to use all necessary means” — UN language including possible military action — to secure passage and deter attempts to interfere with international navigation

Bosnia and Herzegovina's dramatic win over Italy sparks wild celebrations from Zenica to Sarajevo and evokes memories.

Pope Leo washed the feet of 12 priests in a ritual, using the moment to urge Catholics to stand with the oppressed.

Iran says it is ready to counter any US-Israeli attacks, insisting its military capabilities remain intact.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasised the impact of the crisis on India’s energy security and that India remains the only country to have lost mariners in attacks on merchant shipping in the Gulf

Attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces have intensified in recent months.

“At the request of the ‌Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, I have issued an order ‌prohibiting the 40th edition of ‌the ⁠Annual Meeting of Muslims of ⁠France, from April 3 to April 6 at the Paris–Le Bourget Exhibition Cent...

Foreign ministers from more than 40 countries are meeting virtually to discuss President Trump's request for help in ensuring shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Bondi's time as America's top law enforcement officer was overshadowed by the justice department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi told Russia's Sputnik state media that the protocol would apply after the ongoing war with the United States and Israel had ended, setting basic rules to manage ship movements, t...

India seeks “accountability” in killing of peacekeepers in Lebanon

U.S. President Donald Trump had also reportedly grown frustrated that Ms. Bondi was not moving quickly enough ​to prosecute critics and adversaries who he wanted to face criminal charges

Higher crude prices due to the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have helped Russia earn more from energy exports.

There were only a few days since March 1 when two or fewer super tankers were seen loading oil at Kharg.

The strikes, which Iran says were first launched by Israel in co-ordination with the US last week, could cause major damage to the Iranian economy.

In the Gulf today, the oil taps cannot simply be turned back on. This is the distinction from the 1971 that not many are talking about.

Here are the latest news, photos, videos, and insights on the impact of the Middle East crisis on the Philippines, as well as the biggest developments in the war

US households paid $1,000 more for the same goods over the past year, with lower-income families hit the hardest.

Announcement comes days after Russian tanker brought some 700,000 barrels of crude to Cuba in response to energy crisis.

Before joining Constitutional Accountability Centre (CAC), Smita Ghosh was a Research Fellow at Georgetown University Law Centre, where she taught classes on immigration law and separation of powers.

UK PM Keir Starmer urges non-military solutions ahead of coalition meeting to ease gridlock in vital Strait of Hormuz.

Here is a running list of initiatives and efforts you can support to help sectors affected by the oil price hikes

In his latest address, Trump passed the buck on the opening of the strait, critical to global oil supply, to oil-dependent nations.

A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.

Karim Al-Haj Hussein survived an Israeli strike on his home in Lebanon’s Baalbek that killed his family members.

Trump Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi, Who Has Been Under Fire Over Handling Of Epstein Files

Mohamed Salah hasn’t just become one of Liverpool's greatest players, he’s challenged stereotypes about Muslims.

Buenos Aires accuses Tehran of making 'offensive' accusations against Argentina after it labeled IRGC as 'terror' group.

The quartet of Jerrick Ahanmisi, Ralph Cu, Chris Koon, and Sean Alter eliminate reigning SEA Games 3x3 champions Thailand to advance to the next round of the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup

A week after 23-year-old's participation in the Tour of Catalonia, Guardeno suffers head injuries in collision with car.

More than 1,800 civilians have been killed by the army and armed groups since 2023, Human Rights Watch says.

Islamabad's statement follows Trump threatening to bomb Iran 'back to the Stone Ages'.

Japan and Australia renew calls for pay parity with men's football, as former also sack coach Nils Nielsen.

President Trump addressed the nation last night, making his case for war with Iran. And, the Supreme Court majority seemed inclined to rule against the Trump administration on birthright citizenship.

‘Jesus showed that true love kneels. True love serves. True love is not afraid to get its hands dirty,’ Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy says on Maundy Thursday

Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary in the U.S-Israel war with Iran. It played this role before, during a high-stakes moment in diplomatic history.