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US, Israel war on Iran
Millions of Asian migrant workers in Gulf at risk as war with Iran rages on
Deaths or injuries of people from the Philippines, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh, who were working in the region, have been reported.
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Middle East
Asia’s travel sector rattled by Iran attacks, fears of ‘domino effect’ slowdown
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Afghanistan
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How the Taliban can end the cycle of violence with Pakistan
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Iran
10 killed in Karachi as pro-Iran protests erupt across Pakistan, India
Security forces opened fire on protesters as they tried to storm the gates of the US consulate in Pakistan’s main port city.
2 Mar 2026 - 10:47AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
3 US troops killed in Iran war, Trump warns more could come
The US president vows to ‘avenge their deaths and deliver the most punishing blow’.
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Afghanistan
Blasts in Kabul as Afghan government says responding to Pakistan attacks
Diplomatic efforts have failed to secure a truce between Pakistan and the Taliban, with Saudi Arabia and Qatar engaged in efforts to halt the fighting.
2 Mar 2026 - 6:10AM
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Iran
Death of Iran’s Khamenei sparks outrage and calls for restraint in Asia
Protesters stormed the US consulate in Karachi as leaders, including Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim, condemned the killing and appealed for dialogue.
1 Mar 2026 - 4:51PM
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Afghanistan
‘Managed escalation’: Pakistan-Taliban stand-off enters dangerous new phase
With positions entrenched, mediation efforts by regional powers are unlikely to deliver a swift breakthrough, observers say.
28 Feb 2026 - 4:03PM
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Taliban
Afghanistan’s Taliban open to talks with Pakistan as ‘open war’ continues
The attacks by Pakistan come as it continues to allege that the Taliban harbours militants seeking to overthrow the Islamabad government.
28 Feb 2026 - 1:34PM
Central Asia
Trains through the Taliban: Central Asia’s plan to bypass Russia and Iran
The Soviet Union severed Central Asia’s ancient trade routes to the Indian subcontinent. The region’s modern-day leaders want them back.
2 Mar 2026 - 11:21AM
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Afghanistan
A tale of 2 allies: inside the deadly unravelling of Pakistan-Taliban ties
Islamabad is in an ‘open war’ with Kabul due to persistent border clashes and militant attacks, straining their historic relationship.
28 Feb 2026 - 7:32PM
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Afghanistan
China seeks to mediate after Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan
Beijing calls on Islamabad and Kabul to stay calm and exercise restraint as relations between the neighbours plummet.
27 Feb 2026 - 8:11PM
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Afghanistan
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Pakistan declares ‘open war’ with Taliban
Air strikes came hours after Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border troops in what the Taliban government said was retaliation.
27 Feb 2026 - 4:55PM
Afghanistan
Pakistan declares ‘open war’ with Afghan Taliban, attacks Kabul, Kandahar
The air strikes came hours after Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border troops in what the Taliban government said was retaliation.
27 Feb 2026 - 5:06PM
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US-China relations
Trump touts US ‘golden age’, avoids direct mention of China before Beijing trip
In nearly two-hour State of the Union speech, American leader focuses on economic strength and global leadership ahead of midterm elections.
25 Feb 2026 - 5:33PM
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India
Trade and diplomatic reset top the agenda for Canadian PM’s India visit
Both sides are set to boost trade links and repair ties further following a fallout over the 2023 killing of a Sikh separatist, analysts say.
25 Feb 2026 - 5:45PM
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South Korea
South Korea’s Lee uses AI to honour shared factory worker past with Brazil’s Lula
The gesture accompanied Lula’s state visit to Seoul, where the two leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral ties.
25 Feb 2026 - 3:12PM
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Trade
Tariff whiplash throws Asia’s recent US trade deals into doubt
India has already paused trade talks with Washington as other Asian nations are left to question the validity of their recent agreements.
23 Feb 2026 - 5:48PM
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Afghanistan
Pakistan claim of killing 80 militants ‘false’, Taliban security source says
The Afghan Defence Ministry said ‘various civilian areas’ in eastern Afghanistan were hit, including a religious madrasa and multiple homes.
23 Feb 2026 - 2:19AM
China's military weapons
Can China find a market for its fifth-generation J-35 warplanes?
Analysts are uncertain how much demand there will be for the fighter in the face of competition from the US F-35 or cheaper alternatives.
21 Feb 2026 - 10:00PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ debuts with Gaza pledge as war threat looms elsewhere
The US president gathers global allies to fund Gaza’s reconstruction while issuing a final 10-day warning to Iran.
20 Feb 2026 - 10:04AM
Afghanistan
11 soldiers, 1 child killed in Pakistan after suicide bomber hits security post
Seven other civilians were injured in the blast, which damaged part of the compound and nearby homes.
17 Feb 2026 - 10:39PM
China-India relations
Why the harsh words between China and India over a remote, inhospitable valley?
Verbal sparring has thrown an obscure footnote in border tensions into the limelight and exposed the complexities left behind by history.
17 Feb 2026 - 12:00PM
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Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s outreach to India ‘a good beginning’ for easing strained ties
Dhaka’s invitation to attend the swearing-in and Modi’s message of support show both sides are ready to turn the page, analysts say.
16 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s BNP set to balance ties with powers to avoid crossing ‘red line’
The party will focus on economic growth after the election while fostering cordial ties with India, Pakistan, China and the US, analysts say.
13 Feb 2026 - 7:08PM
India
India pushes for domestic weapons manufacture with French jet purchase
Around 80 per cent of the fleet will be assembled in India, with parts being progressively made in the country.
13 Feb 2026 - 6:47PM
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China's military weapons
China’s Middle East arms edge overshadowed by Turkey and South Korea in Riyadh
Analysts note Chinese inroads in military UAV market but political challenges for its jet fighters at the World Defence Show.
12 Feb 2026 - 5:50PM
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Terrorism
32 killed in Pakistan mosque suicide blast: ‘extremely powerful explosion’
The attack was the deadliest in Islamabad since September 2008, when 60 were killed in a suicide truck bomb blast at the Marriott hotel.
8 Feb 2026 - 1:46AM
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