When a Nation Loses Itself
When leaders hollow out a nation through manipulation, corruption and open bias, citizens stop caring about future wars because to them the nation is already defeated.
ASEAN, Russia Discuss Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Ambassador of the Russian Federation to ASEAN, H.E. Evgeny Zagaynov, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. They exchanged views on further…
Cuba confirms talks with US officials, urges end to Trump energy blockade
A senior Cuban diplomat on Monday confirmed recent talks in Havana with US officials, as the communist-led island faces a deep crisis over President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign. – “I…
Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy
The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has lifted a ban on exporting lethal weapons, including fighter jets, in a major shift to Japan’s pacifist post-World War II constitution.…
EU to host Taliban officials for talks on deporting Afghans
Taliban officials are expected in Brussels in the coming weeks for talks on deporting Afghans from the EU to their home country, sources told AFP. – The European Union has…
Malaysia, Singapore Welcome Ceasefire, Call for Lasting Solution in West Asia
In connection with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong today to discuss the latest developments in the escalating West Asia conflict that is increasingly squeezing global energy chains and supplies, including…
Second round of Lebanon-Israel talks to be held this week in Washington
A second round of direct talks between Lebanon and Israel will take place this week, US officials told Al Arabiya English on Monday. – The talks will be the second…
France’s Macron urges Iran, US to de-escalate
The French president called for the United States and Iran to de-escalate amid increased tensions over the weekend over the Strait of Hormuz. – “Our position remains the same. We…
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Hosts Mongolian President for High Level Talks
President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga has arrived in the Republic of Kazakhstan for a state visit at the invitation of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, scheduled…
Xi Jinping, Mohammed bin Salman Discuss Gulf Stability in Strategic Call
On the afternoon of April 20, Chinese President Xi Jinping received a phone call from Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom…