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Protests erupt across Myanmar; Suu Kyi party official dies in custody

An official from the party of deposed Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi died overnight in police custody, associates said, while protests were held in at least half a dozen cities in some of the most widespread action against the coup last month.

Mar 7, 2021

Chinese hackers hit 30,000 US organisations in new attack; Microsoft issues alert [details]

In yet another big cyber-attack after SolarWinds, at least 30,000 organisations across the US, including government and commercial firms, have been hacked by China-based threat actors who used Microsoft's Exchange Server software to enter their networks.

Mar 6, 2021

Myanmar police open fire, kill one; U.N. Security Council due to meet on crisis

Police in Myanmar on Friday opened fired on protesters against last month's military coup, killing one man, as international condemnation rained down on the junta, with the U.N. Security Council set to discuss the crisis.

Mar 5, 2021

Khashoggi's fiancee demands punishment for Saudi Prince

The Turkish fiancee of slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi on Monday demanded that Saudi Crown Prince Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud be "punished without delay" over the murder.

Mar 1, 2021

Rules have changed: Biden warns Saudi Crown Prince over Khashoggi murder; yet maintains soft stand

Experts have raised concerns that even though such a statement against a powerful ally of the States was unthinkable earlier, Biden's critical stance over the murder could have implications for relations between the US and Saudi Arabia.

Mar 1, 2021

PAK's ally Turkey to help build vessels for India; move raises suspicions [details]

The first fleet support vessel (FSV) is scheduled to be delivered by HSL to the navy within four years of the date of approval with the other ships to be delivered at a rate of one every 10 months to 12 months.

Feb 24, 2021

Iran stops snap nuclear inspections by UN team, state-run daily urges caution

An Iranian government newspaper warned on Tuesday that overly radical actions in the nuclear wrangling with the West may lead to the country's isolation after Tehran ended snap inspections by United Nations inspectors.

Feb 23, 2021

Myanmar: Junta deploys notorious 33rd Light Infantry linked with Rohingya atrocities

Notably, the violence on Saturday constituted the deadliest single day since General Min Aung Hlaing, the military commander-in-chief, overthrew the democratically elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.

Feb 21, 2021

Myanmar military shuts internet access for second night in a row

The military junta says it overthrew elected leaders, including longtime democracy campaigner, Aung San Suu Kyi, due to alleged voter fraud

Feb 16, 2021

It's owed: Biden calls for gun law reforms on Parkland shooting anniversary [details]

The right to bear arms is protected by the Second Amendment to the US constitution and is staunchly defended by many conservatives, including ex-president Donald Trump.

Feb 15, 2021

Myanmar coup: Junta warns media, says "don't call it a coup"; violators to face criminal charges

The junta has leveled charges against the private media since the Feb 1 coup, reinstating in a letter that journalists those who refused to comply with the orders could face criminal charges, and publications could have their licenses revoked.

Feb 14, 2021

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Why is US revoking terrorist designation of Yemen's Houthis [explained]

Blinken said in a statement that the decision to reverse the previous administration's policy was a recognition of the dire humanitarian situation in Yemen.

Feb 13, 2021

Israel, US national security advisors discuss Iran; nuclear deal issue a touchy subject

The Biden administration is leaning towards returning to the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran and lift sanctions, a major concern for Israel.

Feb 13, 2021

Kim Jong Un fires top economic affairs official, one month after appointing him

Kim Jong Un replaced the top economic affairs director just one month after appointing him in the post after the party plenary committee meeting

Feb 12, 2021

Biden announces new sanctions against top Myanmar generals after coup

US President Joe Biden also announced a freeze on $1 billion of "Burmese government funds held in the United States" that would prevent the generals from accessing those funds.

Feb 11, 2021

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