2. Terrorism

    2023-03-23

    Rise in ISIS attacks becoming 'serious concern' in Afghanistan

    By increasing the frequency of its terrorist acts, ISIS is trying to turn Afghanistan into a bloody ideological battlefield, according to some analysts.

  3. Diplomacy

    2023-03-22

    Iraq, Oman (not China) laid the groundwork for Saudi-Iran detente

    China has claimed full credit for brokering the deal, which capitalises on the hard work Iraq and Oman have put into mending Saudi-Iran rift.

  4. Society

    2023-03-21

    Disaffected Iranians usher in new year as prices rise, protests rekindle

    Iranians struggle to hold on to Nowruz traditions as inflation and the fight over personal freedoms dampen the festive mood across the country.

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Recent protests point to 'sense of deprivation' gripping China

The Chinese people, who had been afraid to speak out since the 1989 crackdown, have become increasingly accustomed to expressing their dissatisfaction publicly.

Recent protests point to 'sense of deprivation' gripping China
  1. Politics

    2023-03-20

    Can Iran-Saudi deal effect real change in Yemen?

    While many in Yemen hope for an end to the war, experts warn there are no easy solutions and question China's ability to act as guarantor.

  2. Security

    2023-03-17

    Russia's 'reckless' collision with US drone consistent with past behaviour

    The incident in international airspace over the Black Sea follows a pattern of dangerous actions by Russian pilots ever since Russia intervened in the Syrian civil war in 2015.

  3. Terrorism

    2023-03-15

    Afghan city on alert following back-to-back ISIS attacks

    The latest attack claimed by the terrorist group targeted an event in Mazar-e-Sharif honouring Afghanistan's media, killing three people and injuring a group of journalists and some children.

  1. Security

    2023-03-14

    Police break up TTP network responsible for Karachi raid

    Police killed two 'masterminds' of Karachi police attack, as TTP militants killed police officers guarding census teams in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

  2. Politics

    2023-03-14

    Chinese firms blacklisted for supplying drone parts to Iran

    The US Treasury has indirectly tied a network of Chinese companies to Russian attacks in Ukraine and Iranian attacks on oil tankers in Gulf region.

  3. Business

    2023-03-10

    Discontent brews in Kenya over cheap Chinese goods

    Kenyan traders are urging the government to take action over what they call an 'invasion' of counterfeit and deeply discounted goods, saying China's 'economic bullying' must be stopped.

  4. Human Rights

    2023-03-09

    One year on, Ukrainians weather chaos of Russian invasion

    Since the beginning of the war more than 8 million Ukrainians have been forced to leave their homes and the country, while more than 5.3 million have been internally displaced.

  5. Human Rights

    2023-03-08

    New UN chief pushes China to address 'grave concerns' on human rights in Xinjiang

    Reports, investigations and revelations have detailed widespread torture, arbitrary detention and violations of religious and reproductive rights of Muslims in China's troubled western region.

  6. Human Rights

    2023-03-07

    Recent protests point to 'sense of deprivation' gripping China

    The Chinese people, who had been afraid to speak out since the 1989 crackdown, have become increasingly accustomed to expressing their dissatisfaction publicly.

  7. Terrorism

    2023-03-07

    Pakistan pledges to control 'new wave' of terrorism after ISIS attack on police

    Government officials vowed to stamp out terrorism after a suicide bomber targeted a police van in Balochistan as it returned from duty at a cultural festival.

  8. Refugees

    2023-03-06

    Perilous journey: unemployment forces Afghan youth to illegally migrate

    Despite the dangers of the illegal journey to neighbouring countries, many young Afghans see no option but to leave their country in search of work.

  9. Science & Technology

    2023-03-03

    Spy balloon fiasco puts renewed focus on Huawei, a tool of Chinese surveillance

    Huawei, which outwardly is a benign cell phone and consumer product manufacturer, in reality is supported heavily by the Chinese government and has deep links to the People's Liberation Army.

  10. Business

    2023-03-02

    Allegations of embezzlement at gold mine highlight lopsided agreements with Beijing

    Chinese companies are plundering Balochistan's resources and have embezzled millions of dollars without any accountability, warn provincial officials.

  11. Security

    2023-03-01

    Despite grueling fight, analysts expect Ukrainian victory over Russia

    Ukrainian forces are preparing a hard-hitting counteroffensive that is expected to be the primary development of the second year of the war.

  12. Security

    2023-02-28

    Iranian drone attacks pose major threat to international shipping lanes

    Concerns about Iran's malign activities have grown in recent months as it continues to attack vessels in international shipping lanes and enrich uranium closer to weapon-grade levels.

  13. Diplomacy

    2023-02-27

    China's attempt to portray itself as 'neutral' mediator in Ukraine war draws rebuke

    China's failure to condemn the conflict and reports suggesting it plans to sell suicide drones to Russia undermine what little credibility Beijing had left as it touts a new 'peace plan'.

  14. Security

    2023-02-27

    A failure of epic proportions: Putin's blunders pockmark year of invasion

    The Kremlin planned to take Kyiv in 3 days. Instead, over the course of a year, it has lost thousands of soldiers and demonstrated major failures on the battlefield.

  15. Crime & Justice

    2023-02-24

    Evidence of collusion mounts with al-Qaeda leader's presence in Iran

    A key factor behind al-Qaeda's silence surrounding the identity of its new leader is the continued presence of Saif al-Adel in largely Shia Iran, UN member states say.

  16. Analysis

    2023-02-22

    Iranian president's trip to China seen as effort to mend fraying ties

    In addition to China's decreasing investment in Iran, Tehran and Beijing have recently been at odds over several issues, including China's rapprochement with Gulf states.

  17. Security

    2023-02-21

    Beijing's lack of appeal as strategic partner hinders sales of fighter jets, arms

    China's sabre-rattling and continued threats toward its neighbours and the world at large have dried up much of the potential appetite for its weaponry.

  18. Economy

    2023-02-20

    Russia's funeral industry is booming as Wagner Group cemeteries fill up

    Satellite imagery shows a sevenfold increase in mercenaries' graves in one cemetery alone over the past two months as a Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine continues to produce bloody results.

  19. Human Rights

    2023-02-17

    Exporting oppression: Iranian proxies emulate Tehran's tactics of control

    Iran's proxies have been emulating the Iranian regime's violent means of imposing control on populations in the region by instilling fear through kidnappings, torture and executions.

  20. Security

    2023-02-17

    Evidence confirms Russia is using lethal Iranian drones in Ukraine

    A new report provides a comparative analysis of publicly available images of drones used by Russia in Ukraine and recently declassified images of Iranian UAVs used in attacks in the Middle East.

  21. Security

    2023-02-16

    Underground military base, drone factory reflect growing Russian-Iranian ties

    At a time of growing concerns over its military partnership with Russia, Iran unveiled a subterranean base with missile-mounted Russian aircraft and 'abundant ammunition storage'.