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US-Iran tensions: The diplomatic scramble to prevent a war
Facing the prospect of US strikes, Iran has intensified diplomatic efforts with countries including Turkiye.
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Myanmar holds final stage of disputed election as rebels continue fighting
Myanmar’s final stage of its disputed general election is under way despite the ongoing civil war.
Published On 25 Jan 2026
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Syria agrees to extend ceasefire with SDF for 15 more days
A fragile ceasefire between Syria’s government and the Kurdish-led SDF has been extended by 15 days.
Published On 25 Jan 2026
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How a strategic hill decided the Thai-Cambodia ceasefire
Hill 350, a strategic high point on the Thailand-Cambodia border, was fiercely contested in fighting last year.
Published On 22 Jan 2026
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Several missing after landslide at popular tourist spot in New Zealand
Several missing after landslide at popular tourist spot in New Zealand
Published On 22 Jan 2026
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Day one of Syria’s ceasefire marked by violation claims
A four-day ceasefire between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led SDF was meant to cool tensions.
Published On 22 Jan 2026
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Venezuelans share their opinions on US interference
Venezuelans share their opinions on US interference
Published On 22 Jan 2026
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Ancient Khmer temples scarred by Thailand-Cambodia conflict
Ancient Khmer temples along the Thailand-Cambodia border have been damaged or destroyed by recent fighting.
Published On 21 Jan 2026
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Killer of Japan’s former PM Shinzo Abe sentenced to life in prison
The man who killed Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022 has been sentenced to life in prison.
Published On 21 Jan 2026
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Syrian government and SDF agree on four-day ceasefire
The Syrian government has announced a four-day ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces.
Published On 21 Jan 2026
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Football fans celebrate Senegal’s AFCON victory parade
Senegal paraded in Dakar after a big 1-0 Africa Cup final win over Morocco, marred by a walkoff over a late penalty.
Published On 20 Jan 2026
