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IED explosion in southwestern Pakistan kills one, wounds five civilians
A blast from an improvised explosive device in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province has killed one person and injured five others, according to local police. The attack occurred late Thursday near Chainak Chowk in the city of Sibi, targeting civilians in the area.
02 January 2026
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US urges restraint after China military drills near Taiwan region
Washington has called on Beijing to curb military pressure around Taiwan and return to dialogue after China launched large-scale drills near the island. The US warned that escalating maneuvers risk destabilizing the region, reiterating opposition to any forced change of the status quo as tensions rise following a major American arms sale to Taipei.
01 January 2026
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China leads as Asia's space race accelerates over 25 years
Over the past quarter-century, Asia has emerged as a dynamic hub of space exploration, with China establishing a clear lead in ambition and investment. While nations like India, Japan, and South Korea pursue distinct strategic goals, the region's overall trajectory reflects a shift in global space competition away from traditional US-Russia dominance.
31 December 2025
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Osman Hadi and the Limits of Political Imagination in Bangladesh
31 December 2025
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China accuses Netherlands of risking semiconductor supply chains
China has criticized the Netherlands over its takeover of chipmaker Nexperia, accusing Dutch authorities of undermining global semiconductor supply chains through political intervention. Beijing says the move has fueled uncertainty across the industry and urges The Hague to reverse what it calls improper actions, a dispute unfolding amid wider technology tensions closely watched by export-oriented economies including Türkiye.
31 December 2025
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Air China to purchase 60 Airbus A320neo jets in $9.5 billion deal
China's flag carrier, Air China, has signed an agreement to acquire 60 new A320neo aircraft from Airbus in a deal valued at approximately $9.53 billion. The planes are scheduled for delivery between 2028 and 2032, pending shareholder and regulatory approval.
30 December 2025
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China fires rockets in second day of drills around Taiwan military
China escalated pressure around Taiwan by conducting live-fire rocket drills on the second day of its large-scale military exercise, testing long-range strike and blockade capabilities. Taiwan condemned the moves, placed its forces on heightened alert, and said it would not seek confrontation, as regional actors closely monitor the impact on security and civilian air traffic.
30 December 2025
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South Korea approves operation of new aircraft-attack resistant nuclear reactor
South Korean regulators have granted approval for the operation of the Saeul-3 nuclear reactor, a domestically built unit designed to withstand aircraft attacks. The reactor is scheduled to begin commercial operation in 2026 following a six-month pilot run.
30 December 2025
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China plans lower import tariffs on 935 items from 2026 policy
China will introduce reduced import tariff rates for 935 products starting in 2026, signaling a calibrated opening aimed at linking domestic demand with global supply chains. The move targets advanced components, green technologies and medical goods, while preserving zero-tariff access for least developed partners and honoring existing trade deals, a development closely followed by exporting countries including Türkiye.
29 December 2025
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China urges talks to rebuild trust in Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire
China has called on Thailand and Cambodia to keep diplomatic channels open and rebuild mutual confidence after a ceasefire ended weeks of deadly border fighting. Hosting both sides in southwest China, Beijing highlighted its mediation role and offered support for monitoring and humanitarian steps, urging gradual normalization to prevent renewed clashes and stabilize a sensitive Southeast Asian frontier.
29 December 2025
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China stages military drills around Taiwan amid regional tensions
China has launched extensive joint military exercises encircling Taiwan, deploying air, naval and missile assets in a move Beijing describes as a warning against separatism and foreign involvement. Taiwan condemned the drills and placed its forces on high alert, as the maneuvers add to rising cross-strait tensions closely followed by regional actors, including Türkiye.
29 December 2025
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North Korea confirms test launch of long-range strategic cruise missiles
North Korea has announced the successful test-firing of long-range strategic cruise missiles, overseen by leader Kim Jong Un. The state media described the Sunday drill as a verification of the country's strategic counterattack capabilities and combat readiness.
29 December 2025
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Trump declares end to Cambodia-Thailand fighting, criticizes UN role
US President Donald Trump has announced that fighting between Cambodia and Thailand will cease, allowing both nations to return to peace following a newly implemented ceasefire. In a statement on social media, he congratulated the countries' leaders and launched a sharp critique of the United Nations, suggesting the US has become the "real United Nations" due to its mediation efforts. The ceasefire ends nearly three weeks of deadly border clashes that caused significant casualties and displacement.
28 December 2025
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Bangladesh murder suspects fled to India, two arrests made for aiding escape
Bangladeshi police have announced that the main suspects in the assassination of political activist Sharif Osman Bin Hadi fled to India after the shooting. Indian authorities in Meghalaya state have arrested two individuals accused of facilitating their illegal border crossing. The case has sparked ongoing protests in Dhaka, with demonstrators demanding justice for Hadi, a prominent critic of Indian influence.
28 December 2025
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Pakistan condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland as 'illegal'
Pakistan has issued a strong condemnation of Israel's decision to formally recognize the breakaway Somaliland region as an independent state. The Pakistani Foreign Ministry labeled the move a provocative violation of international law that threatens the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia, as well as regional peace. Islamabad expressed full solidarity with Somalia and called on the international community to intervene.
28 December 2025
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Court clears ex South Korea officials in 2020 border killing case
A Seoul court has acquitted senior security figures from South Korea’s previous administration, ruling there was no proof they concealed the 2020 killing of a fisheries official by North Korean troops. The verdict rejected claims of an institutional cover-up, closing a politically sensitive case that had reignited debate over accountability, inter-Korean tensions and civilian protection at disputed sea borders.
27 December 2025
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Pakistan urges dialogue as Yemen conflict flares in east regions
Pakistan has renewed calls for dialogue to end Yemen’s prolonged conflict, backing diplomatic tracks led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE as fighting spreads in the east. Islamabad stressed Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity, warning against unilateral moves that risk escalation, while the UN cautioned that renewed violence could deepen one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
27 December 2025
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Ceasefire halts Thailand-Cambodia border clashes after weeks
Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an immediate ceasefire to end nearly three weeks of deadly border fighting, committing to stop armed hostilities and freeze troop movements along the frontier. The deal, reached through a joint military mechanism, aims to allow displaced civilians to return home while reopening talks on long-standing border demarcation disputes that have repeatedly triggered violence.
27 December 2025
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Myanmar's military holds elections unlikely to resolve deepening crisis
Myanmar's junta is conducting its first multi-phased elections since the 2021 coup, a move analysts say aims to legitimize military rule. The vote excludes major opposition groups and occurs amid widespread conflict, displacement, and humanitarian need.
26 December 2025
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