KATHMANDU, Nepal, Sept 12 – Nepal has appointed its first woman prime minister after days of violent unrest and the resignation of the previous leader. President Ram Chandra Poudel announced Friday that former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki will serve as interim prime minister, marking a significant milestone for the Himalayan nation that has … Read more
KATHMANDU, Sept 10 – The streets of Nepal’s capital remained under strict military watch on Wednesday as soldiers took control of key institutions, including parliament, after two days of violent demonstrations that left at least 25 people dead and more than 600 injured. A curfew has been enforced across Kathmandu following the unrest, which ultimately … Read more
TOKYO, Sept 7 – Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation on Sunday, bringing to an end a tenure that lasted less than a year but was marked by mounting political challenges and voter frustration over rising living costs. The decision comes shortly after Japan concluded a major trade deal with the United States, … Read more
TIANJIN, China, Sept 1 – During a high-profile summit in the Chinese port city of Tianjin, President Xi Jinping outlined his ambition for reshaping the global order with a stronger focus on the Global South. The event gathered over 20 international leaders, with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi among the … Read more
KABUL, Sept 1 – Afghanistan has been struck by one of its deadliest earthquakes in recent years, leaving more than 800 people dead and at least 2,800 others injured. The 6.0-magnitude quake struck just after midnight, shattering homes and cutting off remote villages in the eastern provinces of Kunar and Nangarhar. Rescue operations are still … Read more
SYDNEY, Aug 26 – Australia has taken an unprecedented diplomatic step by expelling Iran’s ambassador following accusations that Tehran was directly involved in orchestrating antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. The move marks the first time since World War II that Canberra has expelled an envoy, signaling the seriousness with which the government views the … Read more
PESHAWAR, Pakistan, Aug 18 – Pakistan resumed rescue and relief operations on Monday in the country’s northwestern regions after a temporary suspension caused by severe weather. Continuous heavy rains since Friday have triggered devastating flash floods that have already claimed more than 300 lives and displaced thousands of families. Officials confirmed that the majority of … Read more
SYDNEY, August 11 – Australia has announced that it will formally recognize the State of Palestine during next month’s United Nations General Assembly, in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described as a step toward peace, justice, and stability in the Middle East. The move follows similar decisions by France, Britain, and Canada, and adds to … Read more
SYDNEY, Aug 3 – Thousands of people marched across Sydney Harbour Bridge on a rainy Sunday, calling attention to the growing crisis in Gaza and urging global support for its civilians. The massive march, dubbed the “March for Humanity”, crossed the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an immediate ceasefire, access to humanitarian aid, and … Read more
PHNOM PENH, July 28 – A ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia took effect at midnight (13:00 EDT) on Monday, marking the end of a five-day-long border conflict that claimed at least 38 lives, most of them civilians. The truce follows a significant diplomatic intervention led by Malaysia, the United States, and China, aimed at … Read more