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
Why Israel Agreed to Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement on Tuesday that there are three “main reasons” he wants a ceasefire with
Trump Claims Ceasefire Deal
Biden administration’s reported coordination with Trump’s team on its efforts to forge ceasefire in Lebanon is perhaps the highest-profile example of cooperation