MSC Linked to Trade From Israeli Settlements Into EU
The world’s largest container shipping company has played a key role in transporting goods linked to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, according to a joint investigation by Al…
Bangladesh Jamaat Leader Shafiqur Rahman Draws Growing Attention
On a recent Wednesday evening in Dhaka, Shafiqur Rahman, the emir of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, stepped onto the national stage with an ambitious vision. Unveiling his party’s election manifesto ahead of…
Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Jailed for 20 Years
A Hong Kong court has sentenced pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison after convicting him under the sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing. According to…
Iran Arrests Reformist Figures Over Alleged US, Israel Ties
Iran authorities have arrested four individuals, including several high-profile reformist politicians, accusing them of attempting to destabilise the country during nationwide protests earlier this year and acting in the interests…
Hamas Leader Says Disarmament Impossible Under Israeli Occupation
A senior Hamas leader has rejected calls for Palestinian armed groups in Gaza to disarm, saying such demands are incompatible with the continued Israeli military occupation of the territory. Speaking…
Somalia President Mohamud Rejects Israeli Base in Somaliland
Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has sharply criticised Israel’s involvement in his country, accusing it of undermining Somalia’s sovereignty after recognising the breakaway region of Somaliland. In an interview aired…
Thailand Votes as Reformists and Conservatives Compete for Power
Thailand went to the polls on Sunday in a closely watched general election, with progressive reformers and military-aligned conservatives competing for control in a nation that has seen three prime…
Japan Heads to the Polls as Sanae Takaichi Pushes Conservative Platform
Voters across Japan are casting ballots in a snap parliamentary election widely expected to deliver a clear victory for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her conservative ruling bloc. Sunday’s vote…
What’s Driving the Buzz Around Phu Quoc Tropical Paradise
Vietnam’s Pearl Island, better known as Phu Quoc, is rapidly establishing itself as one of Southeast Asia’s most promising travel destinations. Once considered a quiet tropical escape, the island is…
Trump Claims Inflation Victory While Consumers Face Higher Costs
President Donald Trump has positioned himself as the Republican Party’s leading voice on the cost of living in an election year. But a review by Reuters of his recent speeches…