Asia

Travel News

Tourists in Thailand blocked from crossing border into Cambodia

Thailand has closed its entire border with Cambodia and told citizens there to leave, while Cambodia has downgraded diplomatic ties with Bangkok

24/06/2025

Business

AIIB elects former anti-corruption official as new president

Zou Jiayi has been elected as the next president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) by the group’s board of governors.

24/06/2025

Business Line

Uzbekistan expands pharma production with €1.2bn investment

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is rapidly scaling up its pharmaceutical sector with the launch of Tashkent Pharma Park — a €1.2 billion project uniting research, logistics, manufacturing and training.

24/06/2025

Qatar

Life back to normal in Doha after Iran fires missiles at Al Udeid base

It later emerged that Iran had informed both the US and Qatar of the imminent strike, meaning Qatari air defences were able to shoot down the missiles.

24/06/2025

Japan

Japan conducts first missile test on its own territory

Around 300 soldiers took part in the exercise by the Ground Self-Defence Force's 1st Artillery Brigade with a missile fired at an unmanned boat around 40 kilometres off of the coast.

24/06/2025

Gaza

At least 25 killed after Israeli army opens fire near Gaza aid trucks

The Israeli military fired near Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza, killing 25 and wounding 146.

24/06/2025

No Comment

Fleeing airstrikes, Iranians seek relief in neighboring countries

Fearing further conflict, many Iranians are fleeing toward neighboring countries, seeking temporary refuge.

24/06/2025

Tech News

Digital inclusion, not illusion: How govts transform public sector

UN Public Service Forum 2025 in Samarkand is about reshaping the relationship between citizens and institutions, as digital transformation is no longer a side project, for reshaping of public sector all over the world.

24/06/2025

EuroVerify

Have US strikes ‘obliterated’ Iran’s nuclear sites, as Trump claims?

Post-strike satellite images from the three targets of Operation Midnight Hammer provide a first glimpse into the damage inflicted on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

23/06/2025

Economy

What would happen if the Strait of Hormuz were closed?

This narrow shipping route in the Gulf region sees one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) passing through, fuelling a big part of the global economy. And Iran controls its northern side.

23/06/2025

Earth News

The solutions shaping Central Asia’s unexpected green revolution

As climate pressures mount, Eco Expo Central Asia highlighted a shift from pledges to partnerships, with countries across the region aligning on green action.

23/06/2025

Focus

Expo 2025: bold themes tackle global challenges ahead

In partnership with Cabinet Secretariat

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan is using a thematic format to address global issues such as climate change, mobility, and digital transformation. Eight Theme Weeks will structure the six-month event, aiming to move beyond exhibitions and foster debate on long-term challenges.

23/06/2025

No Comment

Iran targets Tel Aviv with missile strikes, causing damage

An Israeli rescue service said Iranian missiles struck areas in northern and central Israel after the U.S. carried out strikes on Iran.

23/06/2025

No Comment

Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Syria

Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Syria

23/06/2025

Business

Marking a decade of development: What's next for the AIIB at 10?

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) kicks off its annual meeting on Tuesday in Beijing, but why is it important for Europe?

23/06/2025

Pakistan

Pakistan slams Trump over Iran after backing him for Nobel Peace Prize

Islamabad criticises Washington's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites less than 24 hours after backing US President Donald Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize.

23/06/2025

Syria

At least 25 people killed in terrorist attack on church in Syria

A suicide bomber killed at least 25 and injured 63 in an Eastern Orthodox church near Damascus.

23/06/2025

Israel

Iran launches wave of missiles at Israel following US attack

Iran launched a wave of ballistic missiles at northern and central Israel, just hours after the United States bombed three of its nuclear sites.

22/06/2025

Iran

Here's everything you need to know about Iran's naval power

Iran’s navy ranks highly among the world’s top fleets and is actively expanding its capabilities with advanced submarines and warships - deployed to strategic locations - strengthening its influence in the Gulf region and the Indian Ocean.

22/06/2025

Iran

What is the Kheibar Shekan missile, the latest weapon used by Iran?

Iran's IRGC has deployed the Kheibar Shekan missile, a versatile 1,450 km range solid-fuel missile that can be launched from commercial vehicles, signalling possible future escalation.

22/06/2025

Iran

Can Iran attack the US now and how (and where) can it do it?

U.S. troops across the Middle East are on high alert as Iran and its proxies threaten retaliation following recent escalations.

22/06/2025

Gaza

Israel recovers bodies of three hostages in Gaza

Two of the hostages were killed during the Hamas attack on 7 October 2023; the third, Samerano, was abducted from the Nova music festival.

22/06/2025

Iran

Russia lambasts US attacks as Iran looks to Moscow

Tehran and Moscow bond in aftermath of US airstrikes, but Volodymyr Zelenskyy aims sharp warning at Vladimir Putin.

22/06/2025

Iran

Nuclear watchdog calls for crisis meeting over US attacks on Iran

Iran claims no nuclear leakage detected so far at the sites attacked by the US: On Friday, before the latest bombings, Director General Rafael Grossi said radioactive release could endanger the public in Iran.

22/06/2025

Destinations

Eco-luxury in Bali: This zero waste resort is the real deal

"Our mission is to make the experience beautiful - it just so happens to be more sustainable,” Potato Head's founder says.

22/06/2025

Iran

US deploys B-2 bombers as Trump plans to meet national security team

B-2 planes can carry "bunker buster" bombs capable of targeting underground targets like nuclear facilities - if US President Donald Trump decides to join the conflict between Israel and Iran.

21/06/2025