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Arab and Western foreign ministers meet in Riyadh to discuss Syria’s future and easing sanctions

Ministers from 17 Middle Eastern and Western countries gathered in Riyadh on Sunday to discuss accelerating aid to Syria’s new government while maintaining pressure on the leadership to form a more inclusive administration.

Indonesia and Japan deepen defense and economic ties

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto committed to strengthening cooperation across defense, energy, and food security during talks on Saturday in Bogor, Indonesia. The meeting highlighted Japan's growing focus on Southeast Asia amid China's increasing influence...

Iran and Russia to expand defense, security and energy ties under new strategic partnership

Iran plans to formalize the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement with Russia on January 17, during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's upcoming visit to Moscow, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced. The partnership, driven by the shared goal of addressing common challenges, holds...

China proposes export restrictions on key battery and critical mineral technologies

China’s Ministry of Commerce proposed export restrictions on technology crucial for processing critical minerals such as lithium and gallium, according to a notice released by the ministry on January 2, inviting public feedback on these measures. The The Chinese government...

Iranian President calls for regional peace amid challenges and signals opening digital access

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the commitment of his administration to peace and security, both domestically and internationally. At the same time, Iran has announced to lift ban on WhatsApp and Google Play.

China and Japan agree to hold security talks as Japanese foreign minister visits Beijing

China and Japan, on December 25, agreed to initiate discussions on contentious security issues, marking a step towards repairing a strained relationship. Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, on his first visit to China since taking office in October, described his...

South Korea’s new acting president takes charge after Yoon impeached over martial law attempt

Acting President of South Korea, Han Duck-soo held a telephonic conversation with U.S. President Joe Biden on December 15, following impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol over an attempt to impose martial law earlier this month. Biden reaffirmed the “ironclad” U.S.-South...

China’s Xi calls for overcoming challenges as country marks its 75th anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s resilience in overcoming challenges and reiterated his administration’s commitment to the reunification with Taiwan during his address

Thousands join protest against lithium mining in Serbia. Officials call it a coup plot

Tens of thousands of protesters have gathered in Belgrade to oppose the planned extraction of lithium in Serbia.

Romania and Bulgaria partially join Europe’s Schengen travel zone

Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone on March 31, marking a new step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union.

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Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 1,400 as international rescue teams race against time

Venezuela's death toll from devastating twin earthquakes climbed above 1,400 on June 27 as foreign rescue teams poured into the country and authorities intensified the search for survivors