Outgoing US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has strongly defended the importance of central bank independence, warning that political interference could permanently damage public trust in the institution responsible for … Read More
Iran has firmly pushed back against mounting US pressure over a potential agreement, stating it will not accept any deal with Washington unless the rights of its people are fully … Read More
Bangladesh has increased fuel prices for the second time in just six weeks, reflecting ongoing financial stress linked to global energy disruptions and rising import costs driven by geopolitical tensions … Read More
Israeli military operations have intensified in southern Lebanon, with the army confirming on Sunday that its ground forces are pushing further into the region as part of what it describes … Read More
US President Donald Trump has stated that he received assurances from Iran that it will not pursue nuclear weapons, even as fresh tensions emerge over a revised and reportedly tougher … Read More
As delegates, defence leaders, and security experts gathered in Singapore for the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, one question echoed throughout the venue: Where is China? The Shangri-La Dialogue is widely regarded … Read More
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan has made a rare diplomatic visit to North Korea for the first time since the historic 2018 summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un. … Read More
More than 1.5 million Muslims from around the world have begun gathering in the holy city of Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, arriving in waves of devotion, unity, and … Read More
Australian activists who were detained by Israeli forces during a Gaza-bound aid flotilla have returned to Australia, with organisers alleging that some detainees experienced abuse, beatings, and sexual assault during … Read More
A busy afternoon at a high-end shopping mall in central Tokyo turned tense after a sudden incident left around 20 people feeling unwell and forced an emergency evacuation in parts … Read More
