Politics

Thailand's air strikes on the Cambodian border during peace talks have left 41 dead and nearly 1 million displaced. Read about the geopolitical context and mediation efforts.

Two people were killed in a serial ramming and stabbing attack in northern Israel on Dec 26, 2025. The IDF is preparing an operation in the West Bank city of Qabatiya.

Taiwan's legislature voted 60-51 on Dec 26, 2025, to begin impeachment against William Lai Ching-te following a fiscal dispute. A formal vote is set for May 19, 2026.

Images from Shanghai reveal China's ability to militarize civilian cargo ships using modular VLS and radar systems. This shift could redefine future maritime conflicts.

Trump's hesitation on Venezuela military action reveals a U.S. strategy to pressure the regime via sanctions while avoiding direct clashes with Russia and China.

China has opened a 6,000 sqm shopping center on Woody Island in the Paracels. This move signals a strategic shift toward normalizing civilian presence in the disputed South China Sea.

On December 26, 2025, President Trump announced U.S. airstrikes against ISIS in Nigeria, citing the protection of Christians as the primary motive for the military intervention.

China's tobacco regulator has proposed new draft rules to limit e-cigarette production and investment to tackle excess capacity and fierce competition.

North Korea and Russia are launching joint tourism projects and infrastructure. With Russian tourist numbers doubling to 7,000 in 2025, new rail and air links between Moscow and Pyongyang are cementing the partnership.

U.S. forces conducted a deadly strike against ISIS in Nigeria per President Trump. Simultaneously, holiday spending exceeded expectations, showing economic resilience.

Taiwan's opposition parties KMT and TPP have launched a symbolic impeachment bid against President William Lai, deepening a legislative deadlock that threatens a $40bn defense bill.

Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in London. A million supporters welcomed the BNP leader in Dhaka, signaling a major shift in the country's political landscape.