Iran Marks 5th Anniversary Of Soleimani’s Assassination
Qassem Soleimani, former commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, and Iraqi militia leader Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis were killed
US delivers first batch of Abrams tanks to Taiwan
This marks the first new tank acquisition for Taiwan in three decades, with the remaining units expected by 2025 and 2026….reports Asian
US unveils $500m arms package for Ukraine
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby reaffirmed the Biden administration’s commitment to providing additional aid until its final days in power…reports Asian
Taiwan defence funding gets House nod
The bill, passed in a 281-140 vote on Wednesday, aims to support Taiwan’s self-defence initiatives amid rising tensions in the region…reports Asian
Xi’s Grand Dream Faces Reality Check
Some Western leaders naively hope China can resolve conflicts, like Trump’s suggestion to mediate between Russia and Ukraine. This is unrealistic, given
White House on guard against Daesh resurgence in Syria
Militant forces are in the midst of a lightning offensive and say they have begun to encircle Syria’s capital Damascus. ..reports Asian Lite
Trump says Putin not interested in protecting Assad
Highlighting that Iran and Russia have weakened amid sustained conflicts, the President-elect pointed to China’s potential role in resolving the situation. …reports Asian
‘US should have nothing to do with Syria conflict’
Trump said because Russia, an Assad ally, is tied up fighting a war with Ukraine it “seems incapable of stopping this literal
Hamas Issues New Hostage Video, Calls for Truce
Darwish said Hamas is open to mediator proposals, provided they prioritise the interests of the Palestinian people and work to ease their
Turkey adjusts $23b F-16 deal with US
The reduced deal, valued at $7 billion, will cover the purchase of the 40 new jets and associated ammunition…reports Asian Lite News