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Balen Shah Tapped as Nepal's RSP Prime Ministerial Candidate in Major Deal
Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah strikes deal with Rastriya Swatantra Party to become its parliamentary leader and prime ministerial candidate for 2025 elections.
Zelenskyy Sets Red Lines on Territory, Nuclear Plant Ahead of Trump Meeting
Ahead of meeting Trump, Zelenskyy says any peace deal must protect Ukraine's territory, the Zaporizhzhia NPP, and include strong security guarantees.
Myanmar Holds Historic 2025 Election, First Since Civil War, with New Voting System
Myanmar begins a historic three-phase general election in 2025, its first since the civil war, featuring a new MMP voting system and record female candidates.
US Condemns "Horrific" Killing of Hindu Worker in Bangladesh, Urges Protection
The US State Department and lawmakers condemn the lynching of a Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh, urging protection for religious minorities amid rising violence.
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Sorties Amid Rising Tensions and Cable Dispute
Taiwan reports Chinese military activity near its airspace and waters, amid accusations of transnational suppression over a subsea cable damage case.
Myanmar Junta Holds First Post-Coup Vote Amid War and Widespread Boycott
Myanmar's military junta begins tightly controlled elections amid civil war, dismissed by opposition as a sham to legitimize its rule.
Zelensky Labels Putin "Man of War" Amid Deadly Kyiv Strikes, Urges Strong Stance
Ukrainian President Zelensky condemns Putin as a "man of war" following a massive Russian aerial assault on Kyiv, ahead of key peace talks with Trump.
Israel Recognizes Somaliland, Sparking UN Emergency Meeting and Regional Fury
The UN Security Council holds an emergency meeting after Israel recognizes Somaliland, drawing condemnation from Somalia, the US, EU, and Arab nations.
Greek Coast Guard Saves 840 Migrants in Dramatic Rescues South of Crete
Greek authorities rescue 840 migrants in five days near Crete, highlighting ongoing Mediterranean migration challenges and EU border pressures.
Zelenskyy Rallies NATO, EU Support Ahead of Crucial Trump Peace Talks
Ahead of meeting Trump, Zelenskyy holds talks with NATO and EU leaders, calling for strong positions to ensure a just end to the war with Russia.
UN Praises Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire, Ending Weeks of Deadly Border Clashes
UN chief Guterres welcomes a ceasefire ending weeks of deadly Cambodia-Thailand border clashes that killed dozens and displaced nearly a million.
Zelenskyy Secures Canadian Aid, Heads to Trump Talks Amid Russian Onslaught
Ukraine's president meets Canada's PM for $1.8B aid, condemns Russian Christmas attacks, before high-stakes Florida talks with Trump on peace.
Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17 Years, Vows to Build Inclusive State
After 17 years in exile, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh, expressing gratitude and outlining a plan for an inclusive, peaceful future.
Powerful 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Taiwan's East Coast
A major 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan's east coast, shaking the entire island. Officials report no immediate damage due to its deep, offshore epicenter.
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.