israel intercepts gaza aid flotilla carrying 430 activists amid rising global criticism

Israeli authorities confirmed that around 430 activists travelling aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla are being transported to Israel after their vessels were intercepted at sea. The flotilla had departed … Read More

trump warns iran as middle east tensions escalate amid ongoing regional strikes and diplomatic deadlock

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, urging swift action toward a peace agreement as tensions continue to intensify across the Middle East. In a … Read More

Philippines’ Marcos says ASEAN shows unity and readiness amid Middle East tensions

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has highlighted that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is demonstrating strong unity and the ability to respond collectively as global uncertainty continues to … Read More

Iran says the US can no longer set terms for the world as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue

Iran said on Tuesday that the United States no longer has the power to “dictate” its wishes to other countries, as Washington considers a new proposal from Tehran aimed at … Read More

BREAKING: FIRST TSUNAMI WAVE HITS JAPAN AFTER MASSIVE 7.5 EARTHQUAKE — NUCLEAR PLANTS UNDER CLOSE WATCH AS NATION HOLDS ITS BREATH

A powerful undersea earthquake has triggered growing concern across northern Japan, as the first tsunami wave has now reached the coast. According to reports from NHK, a tsunami wave measuring … Read More

China Regains Top Spot as Southeast Asia’s Preferred Superpower Amid Rising Concerns Over US Policies

A fresh report released on April 7 by the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute through its ASEAN Studies Centre has revealed a significant shift in Southeast Asia’s geopolitical outlook. The … Read More

UK, Finland, and Netherlands Explore Joint Defence Financing to Strengthen Global Security

In response to rising global tensions and evolving security threats, the United Kingdom, Finland, and the Netherlands are taking a collaborative step forward. The three nations are actively exploring a … Read More

Oman Battles Fire at Salalah Port Following Drone Strike on Fuel Tanks

Emergency teams in Oman are working tirelessly to contain a massive fire at the Salalah port after drones targeted the port’s fuel storage facilities, Oman’s state news agency reported. Officials … Read More

Facebook and TikTok Go Dark in Gabon Amid Government Suspension Over Social Tensions

In a sudden move that has left many citizens disconnected, Facebook and TikTok are no longer accessible in Gabon, according to confirmations from journalists on the ground. The shutdown comes … Read More

Malaysia Climbs to Third Place in ASEAN Corruption Index 2025, Signaling Progress but Warning of Work Ahead

Malaysia has moved up to third place among ASEAN countries in the 2025 Corruption Perception Index (CPI), marking a modest yet meaningful improvement in its fight against corruption. The latest … Read More