Asia

Iran

Israel hits Iran, killing military command and top nuclear scientists

Israel launches strikes across Iran without US support and wipes out Iran’s military command. Revolutionary Guard Commander Hossein Salami, Chief of Staff Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, and Emergency Forces Commander Gholam Rashid were killed in the strikes, Israel says.

13/06/2025

Tech News

Multi-million pilot project leads Uzbekistan's digital transformation

A new generation of data centres is emerging – designed not just to handle the demands of AI, but to do it sustainably. And one of the boldest experiments is unfolding in an unexpected place: Uzbekistan.

12/06/2025

Iran

Israel's strikes against Iran: A political manoeuvre or all-out war?

Iran maintains its nuclear activities are entirely peaceful and geared to civilian use but Israel claims previous Iranian deception means a military response is the only way to stop Tehran from developing a nuclear bomb.

12/06/2025

No Comment

No survivors after Air India plane crashes into residential area

An Air India plane bound for London’s Gatwick airport crashed during takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing all 244 people on board, police confirmed.

12/06/2025

Gaza

Hamas attacks GHF bus in Gaza killing five, US-backed charity says

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation condemned the attack on Wednesday night, calling it a heinous act, and stating it feared there may be hostages.

12/06/2025

India

One passenger survives London-bound Air India plane crash at Ahmedabad

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London crashed on takeoff at Ahmedabad airport in India. At least 242 passengers and crew members were on board, officials say, with one person surviving.

12/06/2025

Iran

UN nuclear watchdog finds Iran in breach of its obligations

Iran was found non-compliant with nuclear obligations by the IAEA board for the first time in 20 years, possibly setting the stage for renewed UN sanctions.

12/06/2025

World News

US pulls some embassy staff from Middle East as Iran tensions rise

The US State Department's move follows stalled nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran.

12/06/2025

Myanmar

Myanmar on path to destruction if violence doesn’t end, UN envoy says

A widespread armed struggle against military rule in Myanmar began in February 2021 after generals seized power from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.

11/06/2025

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan celebrates debut World Cup qualification with Qatar victory

After seven failed attempts, Uzbekistan's national football team has made history in Central Asia by qualifiying for next year's World Cup.

11/06/2025

Modern Nomads

Turkistan – Crown Jewel of Central Asia’s culture and religion

In partnership with MDQ

Euronews visits Turkistan, the holy city of Asian Muslims and UNESCO’s cultural site with its ancient streets, a 14th century mausoleum, 16th century baths and 21st century tourist attractions.

11/06/2025

Qatar 365

Qatar’s green goals: Recycling, research and gardening | Qatar 365

In partnership with Media City

Despite being in an arid region, Qatar has become a success story in climate resilience and sustainability. Qatar Foundation’s initiatives like Green Island and The Giving Garden are ways to fight climate change through educating the youth and nurturing the next generation of climate activists.

11/06/2025

South Korea

South Korea halts anti-North loudspeaker broadcasts along border

The move is the first concrete step toward easing tensions between the rivals under the new government of South Korean President Lee Jae-myung.

11/06/2025

China

Hong Kong warns people over mobile game 'advocating armed revolution'

Hong Kong authorities have said people who download or share the game Reversed Front: Bonfire could be prosecuted under national security laws.

11/06/2025

Syria

Syria's economy needs 'substantial' international support, IMF says

Since long-time authoritarian leader Bashar al-Assad was ousted in December countries have started restoring ties with Damascus, with some lifting sanctions in a bid to kickstart the economy.

10/06/2025

Myanmar

Myanmar military fighter jet shot down, rebel group claims

Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the ruling military junta, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.

10/06/2025

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan bolsters Slovakia and Bulgaria ties in high-level visits

Uzbekistan hosted Slovak and Bulgarian leaders at the Tashkent International Investment Forum, signing agreements to boost trade, technology, and cultural ties, aiming to enhance economic and diplomatic relations.

10/06/2025

Silk Road Adventures

Jizzakh: Soviet history and alpine escapes in Uzbekistan’s highlands

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

From Soviet-era legacies and literary icons to adrenaline-filled trails and glacial springs, Uzbekistan’s Jizzakh region is rich in cultural landmarks and natural escapes.

10/06/2025

Culture news

1,500-year-old Byzantine tombs uncovered in war-torn Syrian town

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine tomb complex has been uncovered in Maarat al-Numan, Syria, during reconstruction after years of war.

10/06/2025

Focus

Tajikistan hosts global glacier summit amid climate urgency

In this episode of Focus, we report from Dushanbe, Tajikistan, where global leaders, scientists, and climate experts have gathered for the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation to address one of the most pressing water-related challenges of our time - glacier melt.

10/06/2025

Iran

Iran says it executed nine members of so-called Islamic State group

State media said the men had been sentenced to death over clashes in 2018 that killed three members of the Revolutionary Guard and several IS fighters.

10/06/2025

Yemen

Israeli navy attacks Yemen's Houthi-held port city of Hodeida

This is the first time that Israel has conducted direct attacks against the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels through its naval forces rather than with airstrikes.

10/06/2025

Markets

Asian shares make modest gains as investors eye US-China talks

Trade talks between the US and China are to continue for a second day in London.

10/06/2025

India

Fire breaks out on ship after explosion, Indian coastguard says

The coast guard has not yet given the cause of the explosion and fire on board the vessel managed by Singapore-based Wan Hai Lines.

09/06/2025

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Several killed in shooting near Gaza food centres, Palestinians say

At least 18 people were killed and over 100 injured in two separate incidents on Sunday and Monday, when gunfire erupted near food distribution sites in southern Gaza.

09/06/2025

Iran

Iran says it obtained Israel's nuclear secrets without providing proof

The announcement comes as Iran prepares to face fresh diplomatic pressure from the International Atomic Energy Agency, with Western nations expected to propose a motion finding Tehran in noncompliance with nuclear obligations.

09/06/2025