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Nepal PM Meets Party Chiefs to Secure March Elections Amid Tensions
Nepal's interim PM Sushila Karki meets top party leaders to discuss March parliamentary elections amid concerns over law and order and political tensions.
PTI UK Deletes "Provocative" Video After Pakistan Issues Demarche to UK
Pakistan issues formal protest to UK over video from PTI UK account containing remarks against military; PTI deletes post, citing caution and commitment to non-violence.
Libyan Army Chief Among 8 Killed in Ankara Jet Crash; Multinational Probe Launched
A joint Turkish-Libyan investigation, with French assistance, is underway into the Falcon 50 crash near Ankara that killed Libya's army chief and 7 others.
UN Chief Demands Ceasefire in Sudan's "World's Worst" Humanitarian Crisis
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres demands an immediate ceasefire in Sudan's civil war, which has displaced millions and created a catastrophic humanitarian emergency.
6.6 Magnitude Quake Strikes Philippine Sea, Highlighting Ring of Fire Risk
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck the Philippine Sea, highlighting seismic risks in the Pacific Ring of Fire. No tsunami warning was issued.
Russia Holds Kupyansk, Strikes Infrastructure as Peace Plan Deadlines Loom
Russian forces repel Ukrainian counterattacks in Kupyansk and launch missile strikes on military infrastructure, as diplomatic deadlines threaten peace talks.
Zelenskyy Accuses Russia of Massive Attack on Kyiv, Urges Stronger Response
Ukrainian President reports a massive overnight attack on Kyiv, damaging residential buildings and energy infrastructure, and calls for stronger global pressure on Russia.
2 Million Afghan Refugees Remain in Pakistan Amid Deportation Crackdown
UNHCR reports nearly 2 million Afghan refugees still in Pakistan despite mass returns. Refugees allege mistreatment and seek more time & jobs.
Nepal's Interim PM Urges Unity for March Polls Amid Political Tensions
Interim PM Sushila Karki meets major party leaders to ensure successful March polls, emphasizing shared responsibility and election readiness.
Afghanistan Probes Border Clash, Seeks Tajik Coordination to Prevent Future Incidents
Afghanistan launches probe into a deadly border clash with Tajikistan, stressing cooperation to prevent instability and address neighbors' security concerns.
Trump Sceptical, Moscow Scoffs at Zelensky's Peace Plan Ahead of Key Summit
Ahead of a key meeting, Trump remains sceptical of Zelensky's 20-point peace plan as Russia dismisses it, revealing deep divisions in Ukraine war negotiations.
Deadly 50-Vehicle Pileup on Icy Japanese Expressway Kills 2, Injures 26
A massive chain-reaction crash involving over 50 vehicles on an icy expressway in Japan leaves 2 dead and 26 injured amid heavy snowfall.
Japan Pledges $2 Million for Afghan Returnees Amid Deepening Crisis
Japan pledges $2M in humanitarian aid for Afghan returnees, part of over $549M in total support since 2021, as the country faces a severe reintegration crisis.
Kabul's Winter Blackouts: Residents Endure Harsh Power Cuts Amid Infrastructure Crisis
Kabul residents face severe winter power outages, disrupting daily life and work. Experts cite reliance on imported electricity and weak infrastructure as key causes.
4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan, Part of Ongoing Seismic Activity
A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan at a depth of 110km, part of ongoing seismic activity in the vulnerable Hindu Kush region.
South Korea Battles Bird Flu Surge as Egg Prices Soar Amid Farm Outbreaks
South Korea confirms new avian flu cases, leading to mass culling and a sharp rise in egg prices, raising supply concerns.
China Expands Surveillance to Nepal, Using US Tech to Monitor Tibetan Exiles
Reports reveal China is installing US-made surveillance cameras in Nepal to monitor Tibetan movements, drawing condemnation from the Tibetan parliament-in-exile.
Mount Etna Erupts: Ash Falls on Sicilian Towns, Alert Level Raised
Mount Etna erupts, emitting ash and incandescent material. Winds spread ash to coastal towns, prompting a raised alert level. Latest updates.
Tarique Rahman Registers as Voter After 17 Years, Awami League Cries Foul
BNP's Tarique Rahman registers as a voter after 17-year exile, but the Awami League questions the legality and timing of the process ahead of elections.
Indian Consulate in Toronto Launches One-Stop Crisis Centre for Women in Distress
The Indian Consulate in Toronto launches a One Stop Centre for women facing domestic violence, abuse, or legal distress, offering 24/7 helpline, counselling, and legal aid.
Maduro Offers Dialogue with US if Washington Ends "Interference" in Venezuela
Venezuela's president offers dialogue with the US based on mutual respect, criticizing sanctions and military pressure as he faces economic blockade.
Bangladesh's Student-Led NCP Tilts Toward Jamaat Amid Alliance Turmoil
Bangladesh's National Citizen Party, born from student protests, is divided over a seat-sharing deal with Jamaat-e-Islami ahead of elections, triggering internal resignations.
Ukraine's New Peace Plan Clashes with US-Russia Framework, Says Moscow
Russian diplomat says Ukraine's proposed peace plan differs from US-Russia framework, as Zelensky offers referendum and Trump asserts approval power over any deal.
Trump Teases Putin Talks Before Zelenskyy Meeting Amid Ukraine Peace Push
Ahead of meeting Zelenskyy, Trump says he'll talk to Putin soon and must approve any Ukraine peace deal, as Kyiv suffers a major missile attack.
Cambodia and Thailand Declare Immediate Ceasefire After Weeks of Border Clashes
Cambodia and Thailand agree to an immediate ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes, pledging de-escalation and cooperation under ASEAN observation.