What you need to know about Middle East crisis as we enter new week

 Last week was spent anticipating an Israeli response to Iran's unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israel on 13 April. And then it came on Friday when an airbase near the Iranian city of Isfahan - known for its role in Iran's nuclear research - was hit. Israel hasn't commented on the strike but the US informed … Continue reading What you need to know about Middle East crisis as we enter new week

Vietnam, Philippines sign agreement to reduce conflict in South China Sea

During a state visit to Hanoi by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., this week, Vietnam and the Philippines agreed to prevent untoward incidents in the South China Sea and enhance the cooperation between their coastguards. The two memorandums of understanding (MoU) on security signed by the two Southeast Asian countries, which have competing claims over parts … Continue reading Vietnam, Philippines sign agreement to reduce conflict in South China Sea

Myanmar’s army reach agreement with armed ethnic groups

Myanmar's military, which seized power in a coup nearly three years ago, has agreed to an immediate cease-fire with an alliance of ethnic armed groups, whose offensive since October has emerged as the regime's most serious threat since its takeover. China claimed to have brokered the agreement. "China hopes the relevant parties in Myanmar can … Continue reading Myanmar’s army reach agreement with armed ethnic groups