Magnitude 6.0 earthquake shakes Samar island in central Philippines

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Samar Island in the central Philippines on Monday afternoon at around 2:09 pm local time (0609 GMT), according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). … Read More

indonesia and japan deepen defence ties as tokyo loosens arms export rules

In a move that reflects shifting dynamics across the Asia-Pacific, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Shinjiro Koizumi met in Jakarta to advance a new defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening regional security. … Read More

iran warns us to stay out of hormuz as trump pushes ship escort plan

Tensions in the Gulf have escalated again as Iran issued a strong warning to the United States, cautioning its forces against entering the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz. The warning … Read More

NATO signals shifting balance as Europe responds to Trump’s pressure on military cooperation and base agreements

NATO says Europe is responding to Trump’s message on defense cooperation European allies have clearly “gotten the message” from US President Donald Trump and are now taking stronger steps to … Read More

China calls for stability in US relations and flags Taiwan as key concern ahead of Trump’s Beijing visit

China has called on the United States to preserve stability in their complex relationship and has once again highlighted Taiwan as the most sensitive and high-risk issue, just weeks before … Read More

France says US-led Hormuz shipping coalition will complement UK-France mission, not compete

France has made it clear that rising international efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz are meant to work together—not against each other. Speaking from Abu Dhabi after a diplomatic … Read More

‘Day of Infamy’: Advocates Warn of Lasting Impact After US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Protections

A controversial ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States has sparked widespread concern among voting rights advocates, who warn it could significantly reshape the political landscape for years … Read More

Trump considers reducing US troops in Germany amid tensions with Berlin over Iran conflict

In a move that could reshape military dynamics in Europe, Donald Trump has signaled that his administration is reviewing the possibility of reducing the number of United States troops stationed … Read More

Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla in international waters, detains over 175 activists

In a tense development at sea, Israeli forces have intercepted a large Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near the Greek island of Crete, detaining approximately 175 activists, according to … Read More

US explores plan to bypass ban on Anthropic AI amid rising tensions

The White House is reportedly working on new guidance that could allow federal agencies to work around restrictions placed on AI company Anthropic, potentially enabling the adoption of its latest … Read More