US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Tanker Strikes Threaten Fragile Ceasefire and Global Oil Stability

US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Tanker Strikes Threaten Fragile Ceasefire and Global Oil Stability

Fresh tensions in the Middle East have once again shaken global stability after US military strikes on Iranian-flagged tankers triggered retaliatory responses from Tehran, putting a fragile ceasefire at risk and raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The latest developments unfolded as US President Donald Trump confirmed that Washington was still waiting for Iran’s […]

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Philippines’ Marcos says ASEAN shows unity and readiness amid Middle East tensions

Philippines’ Marcos says ASEAN shows unity and readiness amid Middle East tensions

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has highlighted that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is demonstrating strong unity and the ability to respond collectively as global uncertainty continues to rise, particularly due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Speaking in his role as ASEAN chair during a regional summit, Marcos emphasized that the […]

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India Set to Test Agni-6 Missile Amid Rising Tensions One Year After Pakistan Conflict

India Set to Test Agni-6 Missile Amid Rising Tensions One Year After Pakistan Conflict

India is preparing to reportedly test its latest nuclear-capable Agni-6 ballistic missile as the country marks one year since one of the most dangerous military confrontations with Pakistan in recent decades. The development comes at a time when tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours continue to remain highly sensitive. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India […]

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West Asia tensions, Myanmar unrest and South China Sea disputes dominate Asean summit in the Philippines

West Asia tensions, Myanmar unrest and South China Sea disputes dominate Asean summit in the Philippines

Leaders from Southeast Asia are gathering in the central Philippines this week for a crucial Asean summit as rising geopolitical tensions across West Asia, Myanmar and the South China Sea place enormous pressure on the region’s stability and economy. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has described the summit as a “bare bones” meeting focused mainly […]

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NATO signals shifting balance as Europe responds to Trump’s pressure on military cooperation and base agreements

NATO signals shifting balance as Europe responds to Trump’s pressure on military cooperation and base agreements

NATO says Europe is responding to Trump’s message on defense cooperation European allies have clearly “gotten the message” from US President Donald Trump and are now taking stronger steps to ensure that military agreements, especially around the use of US-linked bases, are being properly implemented. This statement was made by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte […]

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