France to Expand Nuclear Arsenal, Macron Cites Strategic Secrecy
French President Macron announces expansion of nuclear arsenal, emphasizing strategic ambiguity. Global analysts assess implications for Asia’s security landscape.
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Iran Unveils Fattah-2 Hypersonic Missile in Strategic Operation
Iran demonstrates Fattah-2 hypersonic missile capabilities in Operation True Promise 4, signaling advances in military technology and regional security dynamics.
Israeli Strike on Iranian School Sparks Global Outcry Over Civilian Casualties
Over 100 students killed in Israeli strike on Iranian school, prompting accusations of deliberate civilian targeting. CGTN reports on growing international backlash.
Gulf States’ Role in Middle East Crisis Could Escalate Regional Tensions
Experts warn Gulf States’ involvement in Iran’s escalating crisis could trigger wider conflict, with global economic and security implications.
Explosions Rock Central Tehran as Israel Confirms Airstrikes
Multiple explosions hit central Tehran, with Israel confirming airstrikes. Tensions escalate in the Middle East as regional stability faces new challenges.
U.S. ‘Israel-First’ Policy Aims for Regional Control, Analyst Claims
Tehran University professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi critiques U.S. “Israel-first” policy, alleging aims for joint control over West Asia\u2019s resources and strategic regions.
Ballistic Missile Strikes Central Tel Aviv Amid Regional Escalation
A ballistic missile struck central Tel Aviv on March 1, 2026, following a joint US-Israel military operation against Iran, escalating regional tensions. Casualties reported amid global calls for de-escalation.
Evacuations Surge at Armenia-Iran Border Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Growing tensions prompt evacuations via Armenia-Iran border; travelers recount chaotic scenes as regional instability escalates in March 2026.
U.S.-Israel Strikes on Iran Enter Third Day as Tehran Remains on High Alert
As U.S.-Israel military strikes on Iran enter their third day, Tehran remains on high alert following Supreme Leader Khamenei’s death. CMG reports on escalating tensions and regional implications.
Iran Claims Downing of U.S. F-15 Near Kuwait Border
Iran reports downing a U.S. F-15 near Kuwait border, escalating regional tensions. Details on the incident and international reactions.
China’s Budget Beverage Boom Reshapes Global Consumer Trends
China’s affordable drink chains, offering sub-$1 beverages, leverage industrial supply chains and savvy branding to disrupt global consumer markets in 2026.
China’s Economic Trio: Shop, Export, Invest in 2026
China’s ‘Shop, Export, Invest’ initiatives drive global economic momentum in 2026, fostering trade and investment opportunities across Asia and beyond.
China Tackles Pilot-Scale Bottleneck to Boost Innovation
NPC deputy urges action on China’s pilot-scale bottleneck to accelerate tech commercialization and economic growth in 2026.
China-Laos Railway Fuels Regional Growth, Connectivity in 2026
The China-Laos Railway drives record economic growth and regional integration in 2026, transforming trade patterns and local livelihoods across Southeast Asia.
China Unveils First Robot ‘6S Store’ in Groundbreaking Tech Leap
China’s first robot ‘6S store’ opens, offering interactive experiences and sales, signaling a new era in consumer robotics and AI integration.
Shanghai’s Skyline: Where History Meets Futurism
Shanghai’s iconic skyline, blending historic Bund and futuristic Lujiazui, offers a 360° view from The Stage. Explore the city’s duality in ‘Razor in China,’ now streaming.
China’s Offshore Wind Power Surge Fuels Green Transition
Yancheng leads China’s offshore wind revolution, driving green growth and regional economic transformation under the 2026 Five-Year Plan framework.
Jeffrey Sachs Slams U.S. ‘Arrogance’ Amid Escalating Iran Tensions
Economist Jeffrey Sachs criticizes U.S. foreign policy following alleged strikes in Iran, warning of destabilizing global consequences amid escalating tensions.
Clashes Erupt at U.S. Consulate in Karachi Amid Iran Tensions
Protests at the U.S. Consulate in Karachi turn deadly amid escalating tensions following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, leaving at least 10 dead.
Iran and U.S. Clash at UN Security Council Over Strikes
Iran and the U.S. clashed at a UN Security Council emergency meeting over recent strikes, highlighting escalating Middle East tensions.