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Lithuania's defence chief praises campaign about Chinese aggression

A 2016 international arbitration decision invalidated China’s claims based on the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, but Beijing has rejected the ruling and continues to defy it.

02/07/2025

Pakistan

Five killed in roadside bombing in former Pakistan Taliban stronghold

The Pakistan Taliban, known officially as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, often targets security forces and civilians in the north and elsewhere in the country.

02/07/2025

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan bans face coverings in public places

The Kazakhstan president signed a law banning face coverings in public places as a security measure.

02/07/2025

Moments

Gion Matsuri: Inside one of Japan’s most storied festivals

Gion Matsuri is a bucket list experience for many visitors to the Japanese city.

02/07/2025

Voices from Central Asia

Meet the archaeologist behind Kazakhstan’s most iconic discoveries

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Voices from Central Asia, we meet renowned Kazakh archaeologist Zainolla Samashev, whose groundbreaking discoveries have redefined Kazakhstan’s ancient past and challenged long-held myths about nomadic civilizations in the region.

02/07/2025

Changemakers of Uzbekistan

Pushing the limits: Life advice from Uzbekistan’s Paralympic Champions

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

In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Paralympic Champions Khusniddin Norbekov and Asila Mirzayorova, who both took home Gold medals at the Paris 2024 Games.

02/07/2025

North Korea

Which tourists is North Korea hoping to attract with new resort?

Plans for North Korea's mega resort remain unclear, as the country is unlikely to fully reopen its borders and embrace Western tourists anytime soon. Instead, it could turn to Russian and Chinese tourists.

02/07/2025

Travel News

Bali cracks down on ‘naughty’ tourists with strict new rules

Bali’s mayor has warned that some transgressions could be met with legal consequences.

02/07/2025

India

Dalai Lama says he will be reincarnated despite China's opposition

The Dalai Lama firmly rejected any Chinese involvement in the succession, insisting that “no one else has any such authority to interfere”.

02/07/2025

Iran

Iran's president halts UN nuclear watchdog cooperation, reports say

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered a halt on Wednesday to cooperation with the IAEA, following a parliamentary bill.

02/07/2025

Gaza

Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for 60-day ceasefire in Gaza

Trump says Qatari and Egyptian mediators will deliver the final ceasefire proposal to Hamas soon and says a deal is likely to go into effect as early as next week.

02/07/2025

Azerbaijan

New evidence suggests Russian forces caused Azerbaijan Airlines crash

An Azerbaijani news outlet released evidence Tuesday suggesting the Russian military ordered the 2024 missile strike on Flight 8243, causing a crash in which 38 passengers died and another 29 were injured.

01/07/2025

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan jails Sputnik execs amid escalating tensions with Russia

Azerbaijan and Russia have engaged in a rare escalation of judicial measures against each other over the last days, as relations between the two countries reach a new low.

01/07/2025

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Hostage families call for deal as pressure grows on Israeli government

Dozens of protesters, including relatives of hostages, gathered outside the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem on Tuesday, urging a deal to end the Gaza war.

01/07/2025

Thailand

Thailand’s PM suspended over probe into leaked 'uncle' phone call

Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s suspension raises the possibility of renewed instability in Thailand, a still fragile democracy that has suffered several similar bouts of uncertainty.

01/07/2025

East-West Connect

How Kazakhstan plans to bring 150,000 foreign students by 2029

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan aims to meet the region’s growing demand for higher education by expanding partnerships with global universities and launching new research centres. With new AI programs underway, how are students being supported in entrepreneurship and deep tech development?

01/07/2025

Silk Road Adventures

Tashkent blends ancient roots with digital ambition on the Silk Road

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

From historic mosques to cutting-edge startups, Tashkent is fast becoming a capital of contrasts — where centuries-old tradition sits alongside modern tech and architecture in Central Asia’s rising star.

01/07/2025

Energy Frontiers

Azerbaijan embraces AI and smart grids for energy transformation

In partnership with Azpromo

Fariz Jafarov of Azerbaijan’s C4IR explains how AI, smart grids, and digital innovation are reshaping energy systems and accelerating the country’s shift toward a more sustainable future.

01/07/2025

India

Death toll rises to 39 after blast at pharmaceutical factory in India

The massive explosion and fire at Sigachi Industries' chemical factory in the southern state of Telangana also injured 34 people, officials said.

01/07/2025

Climate

Climate change uproots a Himalayan village as glaciers vanish

After generations of herding and harvesting in the mountains, villagers in Samjung have been forced to relocate as snow fails, rains flood, and water sources disappear.

01/07/2025

Pakistan

Pakistan considers extending deadline for Afghan refugees to leave

Officials said the proposed extension was to allow the refugees more time to settle their personal affairs in Pakistan, such as selling property or wrapping up business activities, before returning to Afghanistan in an orderly and dignified way.

30/06/2025

Europe News

Lithuania and the Philippines sign security alliance agreement

The Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan and Brunei have been involved in prolonged territorial standoffs but confrontations between Chinese and Philippine coast guard and naval forces have spiked in recent years.

30/06/2025

West Bank

Israeli settlers set fire at military base in the West Bank

On Wednesday, three Palestinians were killed when Jewish settlers stormed the West Bank village of Karf Malik.

30/06/2025

Tech News

Photos: AI-powered humanoid robots play a football match in China

The players, which operate autonomously, are one result of China’s efforts to develop AI-powered humanoid robots.

30/06/2025

Business

Spain's Roca Group to invest €70 million in Kazakh factory

Leading bathroom hardware manufacturer, Roca Group to invest in Kazakhstan production sites in a bid to expand central Asian business. Roca CEO explains the decision in an exclusive interview with Euronews.

30/06/2025

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Humanoid robots stumble through AI-powered football match in Beijing

In Beijing, humanoid robots competed in a 3-on-3 football match, stumbling and needing stretchers, offering a glimpse into the future of AI robotics.

30/06/2025