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Russia’s Lavrov says balance of power shifting to emerging economies
At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Lavrov said the foundations of globalisation powered primarily by the US had ‘come to an end’.
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US-EU relations
The rupture: how Europe fell out of love with America
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US, Israel war on Iran
Closed? Open? Closed? Why is Iran changing course on the Strait of Hormuz?
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China-Middle East relations
Lesson for China? Iran’s low-cost 358 missile takes out million-dollar US assets
Price of successful ‘drone killer’ said to be one-tenth that of conventional air-defence munitions with comparable range and firepower specs.
18 Apr 2026 - 9:30PM
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Britain
UK’s counterterror police probe another London arson attack
The fire in Hendon on Friday follows another arson attack on a synagogue in nearby Finchley on Wednesday.
18 Apr 2026 - 8:47PM
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How China’s military could learn vital lessons from war in Iran
The US-Israeli attacks are a ‘massive learning opportunity’, a Middle East analyst tells a seminar held in Shenzhen.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:00PM
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Iran reimposes shipping restrictions on Strait of Hormuz
The waterway has ‘returned to its previous state’, Tehran says, accusing Washington of banditry and maritime piracy.
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Iranians fear ‘pressure will 100% increase’ after US, Israeli strikes stop
Iranians are worried that an agreement with the US will free the regime to return to asserting control over its people.
18 Apr 2026 - 3:05PM
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Banking & finance
Hong Kong wants to be a global gold vault. Does the Iran war create an opening?
Geopolitical risk is driving a rethink of where bullion is stored – and Hong Kong’s unique status is drawing attention.
18 Apr 2026 - 2:00PM
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Passage through the Strait of Hormuz is a right in war and peace
Neutral ships have a legal right of passage, even in war. Singapore has defended international law, which provides for a stable world order.
18 Apr 2026 - 1:30PM
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US-China relations
Trump predicts meeting with Xi will be ‘special’ ahead of China visit
The US leader said ‘much will be accomplished’, but one analyst says the war in Iran means he has ‘lost almost all his bargaining chips’.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:41PM
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Malaysia
Gloves are off: Malaysian makers warn hospitals of price hikes, output cuts
Sustained disruption to naphtha supply chains from the Iran war could lead to glove shortfall by late May, analysts say.
18 Apr 2026 - 11:47AM
Japan
Japan warned of ‘hellish summer’ as energy fears mount
A prolonged Iran war, combined with an unusually early spell of hot weather, could leave Japan facing power shortages this summer.
18 Apr 2026 - 10:30AM
China-Africa relations
Why China is urgently looking to North Africa as the energy crisis rolls on
From Algerian oilfields to Moroccan battery factories and Egypt’s industrial base, Beijing may now fast-track projects across the region.
18 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM
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Shock therapy: war forces oil-addicted Asia to finally go green
Burned by soaring energy prices, Southeast Asian nations are racing to future-proof themselves against the volatility of war.
18 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
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China manufacturing
Iran war energy shock sees Chinese firms recalibrate overseas expansion plans
Businesses are rethinking short-term strategies as they adapt to rising costs and slowing growth across major economies.
18 Apr 2026 - 6:33AM
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Iran war: France and UK to lead ‘defensive’ force for Strait of Hormuz
Trump, meanwhile, says he received a Nato offer to help secure the key waterway but told the alliance to ‘STAY AWAY’.
18 Apr 2026 - 1:35AM
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Turkey’s Erdogan urges Iran, US to use ceasefire to push for lasting peace
At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Erdogan also stressed the importance of acting with ‘prudent understanding’ to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:20PM
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Iran, US say Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial vessels
Move eases oil fears, but US’ Iran blockade remains amid questions over enforcement and China’s role, as Trump claims to have ended 10 wars.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:47AM
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China exports
Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?
US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:30PM
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United States
Iran has opened Strait of Hormuz but will the US ease its economic squeeze?
Chinese analysts say Tehran has long shown resilience in the face of sanctions and other US tactics.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:30PM
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Science
Chinese trucks could go 100% electric, halving road transport oil use: industry
China’s industrial supply chains and engineering expertise provide a distinct competitive advantage, CiDi CEO Albert Hu says.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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Lebanon becomes key to Iran-US peace talks amid fears of Israel’s ‘hegemony’
Pakistan is the regional go-between to help maintain the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon and push for a conclusive deal to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific, HK Express passenger counts rise despite impact of Mideast war
Group attributes growth to spate of mega-events in city, such as Art Basel and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show.
17 Apr 2026 - 10:44PM
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‘Everybody’s suffering’: Kazakhstan seeks UN reforms amid fragile Iran truce
President Tokayev told the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that multilateralism is being undermined as major decisions move outside the UN framework.
17 Apr 2026 - 7:49PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s Anwar chats with US Muslim streamer – is it a populist move?
Anwar spoke with Sneako about issues ranging from Malaysia’s multi-religious society and Israel to the ‘very condescending’ American mindset.
17 Apr 2026 - 7:24PM
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Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes
Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:14PM
China's military weapons
Will South Korea’s ‘Goldilocks’ missile dent China’s Middle East arms ambitions?
The Cheongung-II has reportedly achieved a 96.7% intercept rate against Iranian drones and ballistic missiles.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:02PM
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