Asia

South Korea

South Korea says it urged China to help curb North's weapons tests

Lee's visit this week was the first by a South Korean leader to China in six years, with Seoul seeking a reset in relations with its largest trading partner as well as help with the North.

07/01/2026

Iran

Security forces clash with protesters as 36 killed in Iran protests

The economic situation is likely to worsen as Iran's Central Bank drastically reduced the subsidised exchange rates for dollars it offers to importers and producers.

06/01/2026

Nepal

Curfew imposed in Nepal city after mosque vandalism sparks protests

Muslim groups began protesting in the streets of Birgunj on Sunday against the vandalism of a mosque in a nearby town.

06/01/2026

Qatar

Qatar offers to continue mediation efforts over Venezuela

Following successful mediations between Venezuela and the United States in the past, Qatar has expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela, calling for restraint, de-escalation and dialogue, while reaffirming its readiness to support mediation.

06/01/2026

Syria

Iran is plotting to assassinate Syria's al-Sharaa, Israel warns

Israeli intelligence has warned Iran is planning to organise a hit against Syria's interim president, as further reports claim former al-Assad loyalists are pouring money into Alawite minority militias in alleged uprising plots.

06/01/2026

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Israeli air strikes hit Lebanon with damage in the south and east

Lebanon faced new Israeli air strikes, with damage in the south and east. President Joseph Aoun condemned the attacks, citing efforts to calm tensions.

06/01/2026

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Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan's Shimane Prefecture

A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.

06/01/2026

Lebanon

Israeli strikes target multiple Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon

At least one person was injured in Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon late on Monday and into the early hours of Tuesday. Officials say the strikes targeted multiple areas, including in the third-largest coastal city of Sidon.

06/01/2026

North Korea

North Korea says latest tests involved hypersonic weapons systems

The possession of a functioning hypersonic weapon would give North Korea an ability to penetrate the US and South Korea's missile defence shields.

05/01/2026

Israel

Netanyahu and Trump vow to block Iran's nuclear and missile programmes

Netanyahu's words come days after Trump said he wants to "eradicate" Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programme after the two leaders met in Washington last week.

05/01/2026

Iran

Tehran's method of governance at dead end, ex-top aide tells Euronews

Saeed Laylaz, an economist and adviser to former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, spoke to Euronews about Iran, from the country's economic situation to the downfall of Nicolás Maduro, one of Tehran's most important allies, and how domestic and external circumstances affect Iran.

05/01/2026

China

Beijing residents shrug off China's 'insignificant' contraceptive tax

China has made condoms and other contraceptives more expensive as it tries to boost birth rates, but residents in Beijing say the measure will have little impact.

05/01/2026

Business

Bluefin tuna sells for record €2.78 million at Tokyo fish market

The sale was agreed at the celebratory New Year auction in Tokyo.

05/01/2026

North Korea

North Korea launches ballistic missiles into sea in new weapons test

Sunday's launches came hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung departed for China for a summit with President Xi Jinping, for talks expected to cover North Korea's nuclear programme.

04/01/2026

Syria

UK and French warplanes strike suspected IS weapons facility in Syria

The strikes occurred Saturday evening on an underground facility in the mountains just north of the historic town of Palmyra in Homs province.

04/01/2026

Iran

Analysis: What does the fall of Venezuela's Maduro mean for Tehran?

Trump's explicit messages against Tehran coincide with the fall of Maduro in Venezuela and military operations in Nigeria, raising questions about US military resurgence and influence in the global world order.

03/01/2026

Iran

Rioters 'must be put in their place,' Iran's Khamenei says

The Tehran regime leader's comments come one day after US President Trump said that if Tehran “violently kills peaceful protesters,” Washington “will come to their rescue.”

03/01/2026

Earth News

South Korea vows to stop breeding bears to extract their bile

South Korea officials have confirmed that the controversial bear bile farming industry will come to an end as part of an animal welfare drive.

03/01/2026

Tech News

2025 was China’s ‘breakthrough’ year in AI and chips, president says

Chinese President Xi Jinping said 2025 was the year of breakthroughs for Chinese artificial intelligence and semiconductor chip companies. What did they accomplish and what can we expect in 2026?

02/01/2026

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Japan's imperial family marks new year with palace appearance

Thousands gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako greeted them for the new year. Emperor's nephew Hisahito joined the event for the first time.

02/01/2026

Iran

Trump says US will 'come to their rescue' if Tehran kills protesters

US President Donald Trump warned that Washington is "locked and loaded" if Iran kills demonstrators, following deadly clashes amid hyperinflation-triggered unrest.

02/01/2026

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02/01/2026

Business

China bets on province the size of Belgium to reshape global trade

The Chinese Communist Party has officially turned the island province of Hainan into a free trade port, one of the government's most ambitious economic experiments to date.

02/01/2026

Taiwan

Taiwan vows to defend sovereignty after Chinese military drills

China has wrapped up two days of live-fire drills around the island featuring rocket launches, aircraft and warships.

01/01/2026

Iran

At least six killed as protests against Iran's economy spread

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is not much he can do as the currency has rapidly depreciated, with $1 now trading at around 1.4 million rials.

01/01/2026

Syria

Syria says IS plotted New Year attacks on churches and gatherings

The interior ministry said it had information that the Jihadist group planned "suicide operations and attacks ... by targeting churches and civilian gathering spots," prompting security to be tightened.

01/01/2026