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How to prevent war with China: return Taiwan to the mainland
Beijing has a far more legitimate claim over Taiwan than the US and Israel have over any strip of land in the western hemisphere and Palestine.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM
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China-Middle East relations
Israel’s China envoy calls to deepen historical ties in rare media outreach
1 Feb 2026 - 7:29PM
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India
India calls Modi’s Israel visit mention in Epstein email ‘trashy ruminations’
1 Feb 2026 - 1:34PM
Israel-Iran conflict
Gas leak behind deadly Iran blast that stoked fears of US or Israeli attack
The explosion highlighted the jittery mood prevailing in the country, as Trump threatens strikes and says a US ‘armada’ is on its way.
1 Feb 2026 - 1:26AM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 30, including children at tent camp: hospitals
The latest fatalities came hours before the Rafah crossing, on Gaza’s border with Egypt, was due to open.
31 Jan 2026 - 11:54PM
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Middle East
US approves US$16 billion arms sale to Israel, Saudi Arabia
The State Department says that none of the new sales will affect the military balance in the Middle East.
31 Jan 2026 - 10:25AM
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Spain
Chinese hair salon owner arrested in Barcelona for funding Hamas via crypto
The 38-year-old Chinese national faces terror financing charges after allegedly laundering US$715,000 via cryptocurrency to the militant group.
31 Jan 2026 - 12:31AM
Israel-Gaza war
Israel offers ‘limited’ Rafah reopening after nearly 2-year Gaza border shutdown
The reopening is part of phase two of the US ceasefire. Previously, it was Gaza’s main crossing for people and trade with Egypt.
30 Jan 2026 - 9:39PM
Middle East
US envoys to Israel blocked ‘apocalyptic’ Gaza warning in 2024: report
Leaked reports reveal US diplomats killed internal memos detailing dead bodies and famine in Gaza to avoid a ‘lack of balance’ in policy.
30 Jan 2026 - 7:43PM
Science
China, Israel continue to collaborate in science and tech despite unrest in Gaza
While Beijing supports Palestine and has a fractious relationship with Tel Aviv’s closest ally, cutting-edge innovations keep them together.
30 Jan 2026 - 5:00PM
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Middle East
‘They are trying to inject fear’: Iran rounding up thousands after crackdown
Security forces reportedly use unofficial warehouses and secret lock-ups as activists say arrests stand at more than 42,000.
30 Jan 2026 - 1:46PM
Middle East
Trump warns Iran of ‘far worse’ attack as US warships approach
US president issues ultimatum for a nuclear deal as Iran vows to resist any American attack.
29 Jan 2026 - 7:23PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Unicef delivers school kits to Gaza after 2.5-year Israel blockade
Thousands of school kits reach Gaza as Unicef confirms Israel lifts blockade that left children learning without pencils or books.
27 Jan 2026 - 8:38PM
Indonesia
Peace or chaos? Indonesia’s participation in Trump-led board stirs debate
Critics say the decision runs contrary to Jakarta’s support for Palestine and decades-old foreign policy strategy of multilateralism.
27 Jan 2026 - 5:52PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel recovers final hostage remains, key for next phase of Gaza truce
Returning all hostages has been central to the Gaza ceasefire. Gvili’s family urged Israel to delay phase two until his remains are returned.
27 Jan 2026 - 8:15AM
Hong Kong property
Mainland Chinese investor snaps up Hong Kong luxury home for US$22 million
Mid-Levels West deal highlights continued strong demand for Hong Kong’s trophy homes, driven largely by mainland Chinese buyers.
28 Jan 2026 - 12:33PM
Israel-Gaza war
Israel launches ‘large-scale operation’ to locate last hostage in Gaza
Israel’s Netanyahu conditions the opening of Gaza’s vital southern border on the recovery of Ran Gvili’s remains.
26 Jan 2026 - 1:47PM
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Saudi Arabia
‘Anything can happen’: Saudi-UAE rift risks tearing Middle East apart
The Gulf neighbours have turned from friends to foes, fighting proxy wars across the region and forcing global powers to pick a side.
25 Jan 2026 - 4:00PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel to empty Gaza of Palestinians with ‘more out than in’ policy: sources
As the Rafah crossing reopens next week, sources say Israel aims for a net outflow of Palestinians by blocking returns, raising fears of forced exile.
23 Jan 2026 - 10:07PM
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Middle East
US ‘armada’ heading towards Iran as tensions remain high
USS Abraham Lincoln and other warships move from the Asia-Pacific even as Iran protests seem to dwindle.
23 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos
‘For the world’: Trump launches his Board of Peace that some see rivalling UN
The US president signed the board’s charter at a ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
22 Jan 2026 - 8:49PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israeli forces kill Palestinian children, journalists in Gaza despite ceasefire
Eleven Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire on Wednesday, threatening the peace deal as the US tries to push the agreement forward.
22 Jan 2026 - 7:07PM
World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos
Watch Trump showcase his ‘Board of Peace’ in Davos
Donald Trump has extended invitations to dozens of nations and hinted at the board’s future role as conflict mediator - with him as chairman.
22 Jan 2026 - 6:38PM
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ICBMs
Past nuclear weapon tests linked to 4 million premature deaths globally: report
Norwegian People’s Aid details a deadly legacy of tests since 1945 that continue to sicken and claim lives.
22 Jan 2026 - 12:46PM
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Israel-Gaza war
3-month-old dies of cold in Gaza tent as Trump talks peace at Davos
While Trump pitches his new Board of Peace in Davos, a 3-month-old becomes the 9th child to die of hypothermia in a Gaza tent this winter.
21 Jan 2026 - 6:34PM
US-Asean relations
Foot in the door or trap? Risks of Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Southeast Asia
Nations are likely to try to avoid early commitment while steering clear of outright rejection to minimise US retaliation, analysts say.
21 Jan 2026 - 2:30PM
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Donald Trump
Trump could lead his Board of Peace for life after leaving White House
Donald Trump’s signature diplomatic initiative is drawing resistance from fellow leaders who see it as an undisguised challenge to the UN.
21 Jan 2026 - 3:15PM
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US-China relations
China confirms invite to Trump’s Gaza ‘peace board’ – won’t say if it will join
US President Donald Trump has invited dozens of leaders to join the body, but is reportedly demanding US$1 billion for permanent membership.
20 Jan 2026 - 9:55PM
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