News & Insights Across Asia
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed deep concern to Israel over reports of Israeli forces firing on UN peacekeeping positions in Lebanon, calling for the safety of UNIFIL and Lebanese forces.
Israel declares five new areas along its border with Lebanon as closed military zones amid clashes with Hezbollah forces, intensifying regional tensions and impacting local communities.
Over 200 Chinese citizens have safely returned home after being evacuated from Lebanon amidst escalating conflict. Evacuees express relief and gratitude upon their safe arrival.
Israeli airstrikes near Lebanon’s Masnaa border crossing have cut off a key escape route for thousands fleeing intensified conflict, amid rising tensions that threaten to engulf the wider Middle East.
U.S. stocks closed lower ahead of September’s payrolls report, as Middle East tensions weighed on investor sentiment and crude oil prices surged.
Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles at Israeli military targets on October 1, causing widespread alarm as residents captured the attack during Rosh Hashanah preparations.
Conflict along the Israel-Lebanon border has intensified, with Israeli raids in Beirut and Hezbollah launching missiles towards Tel Aviv. Tensions continue to rise as warnings are issued.
Deadly attacks involving explosive devices have targeted Hezbollah, killing at least 37 in Lebanon. Ex-Brigadier General Georges Saghir suggests U.S. aided Israel in the operations.
Experts discuss how US double standards toward Iran and Israel exacerbate tensions in the Middle East, highlighting the impact of biased policies on regional stability.
Israel fired rockets into southern Lebanon after Hezbollah launched hundreds of missiles and drones against Israeli targets, intensifying fears of an all-out war in the Middle East.
Hezbollah announces drone strikes on Israel in retaliation for the killing of its top commander, escalating regional tensions.
The U.S. has released $3.5 billion to Israel for American weapons amid the Gaza conflict, raising concerns over escalating Middle East tensions.
Tensions escalate at the Israel-Lebanon border as rocket fire and assassinations of key figures heighten fears of broader conflict.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ayman Safadi discussed escalating Middle East tensions, condemning the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
An Israeli strike on Beirut killed Hezbollah’s senior commander Fuad Shukr and five civilians, wounding 74 others. Witnesses recount the chaos as Beirut grapples with the aftermath.
China’s UN envoy Geng Shuang urges major countries to de-escalate Middle East tensions and support lasting peace in Syria, expressing deep concerns over continued airstrikes.
International scrutiny intensifies as military actions in Gaza lead to significant civilian casualties. Global leaders call for accountability and urge adherence to international humanitarian law.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, warning that the escalating conflict in Gaza is worsening by the day.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian discussed regional tensions and the recent attack on Iran’s embassy in Syria, emphasizing restraint and diplomatic solutions.
On April 14, Iran launched a drone and missile attack on Israel. Jerusalem resident Mattia describes the moment as ‘really scary’ yet notes life continued as normal in his neighborhood.