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Israeli Army Says "Hamas Can't Be Eliminated", Netanyahu Disagrees

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 20, 2024, Jerusalem

Israel's top army spokesman said Wednesday that Hamas cannot be eliminated, prompting a knee-jerk reaction from the government which quickly reiterated it remains committed to the Palestinian militant group's destruction.

Why Is China Upset By US Lawmakers Meeting Dalai Lama In India?

Reuters | Wednesday June 19, 2024, New Delhi

A delegation of US lawmakers met the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, on Wednesday in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala.

"Dalai Lama Legacy Will Live, You'll Be Gone": Nancy Pelosi's Xi Jinping Jab

Written by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Wednesday June 19, 2024, New Delhi

Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi - in India as part of a bipartisan delegation of American lawmakers - met the Dalai Lama Wednesday and, hours later, launched a ferocious attack on China and President Xi Jinping.

Taiwan Actively Considering Visa-On-Arrival For Indians

Asian News International | Wednesday June 19, 2024, Taipei

In a promising development for Indian travellers, Taiwan is actively considering the implementation of visa-on-arrival (VoA) for Indian citizens.

North Korea And Russia Agree To Come To Each Other's Aid If Attacked

Reuters | Wednesday June 19, 2024, Moscow

A strategic partnership pact signed by the leaders of Russia and North Korea on Wednesday includes a mutual defence clause under which each country agrees to help the other repel external aggression, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

Russia Jails US Soldier For Stealing $113 From Girlfriend, Threatening Her

Reuters | Wednesday June 19, 2024, Moscow

A US soldier was sentenced on Wednesday to nearly four years in a Russian penal colony after being found guilty by a Russian court of stealing $113 from his girlfriend and making threats to kill her, a Reuters witness reported from the courtroom.

Red Carpet Welcome And A Hug From Kim Jong Un As Putin Visits N Korea

Reuters | Wednesday June 19, 2024, Seoul

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held a summit meeting on Wednesday after a grand welcome ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square in Pyongyang, Russian media said, as they pledged to develop their nations' ties.

Explained: What Is China's Panda Diplomacy, How It Works

Reuters | Wednesday June 19, 2024, Beijing

During a visit to Australia this week, Chinese Premier Li Qiang made a classic goodwill gesture that boded well for relations between the two countries: he offered to send pandas.

"Political Football": Woman Suing UK Intel Services Denies China Spy Claims

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 18, 2024, London

A woman accused of "political interference activities" in the UK on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party denied the claims on Tuesday as part of her legal claim against intelligence services.

Taiwan's "Modi Ji Won't Be Intimidated" Reply As China Objects To India Ties

NDTV Newsdesk | Tuesday June 18, 2024

Taiwan has rejected China's outrage over an exchange of messages between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Taiwanese president Lai Ching-te, describing Beijing's reaction as an "unreasonable interference".

4 Dead, Over A Dozen Missing As China Struggles With Extreme Floods, Heat

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 18, 2024, Beijing

More than a dozen people were missing in China on Tuesday after heavy rains and flooding struck swaths of the south, while the north baked under some of its highest temperatures this year.

"Love Wins Over Prejudice": Thailand First Southeast Nation To Legalise Same-Sex Marriage

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 18, 2024, Bangkok

Thailand on Tuesday became the first country in Southeast Asia to legalise same-sex marriage, in a historic parliamentary vote hailed as a "victory" by campaigners.

Philippines Accuses Chinese Ships Of "Ramming", Damaging Boats

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 17, 2024, Manila

The Philippine government on Monday accused Chinese ships of ramming and damaging its boats in the South China Sea during a confrontation in waters off the Second Thomas Shoal, home to a garrison of Filipino troops.

Russia, North Korea To Sign "Important Documents" During Putin's Visit: Report

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 17, 2024, Moscow

Russia and North Korea will sign several "important documents" during President Vladimir Putin's visit this week, including a possible strategic partnership treaty, Russian news agencies reported Monday, citing a Kremlin aide.

5 Dead, 15 Missing Amid Heavy Rainfall In Southern China

Agence France-Presse | Monday June 17, 2024, Beijing

Five people died and 15 people are missing after heavy rains triggered floods and landslides in southern China, state media reported Monday.