Every Mineral Matters in the New Metals Age
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) now lists 60 critical minerals, covering roughly 80% of mined commodities, reflecting a shift in how metals are valued...
South Korean President Pledges Full Disclosure on Jeju Air Crash Anniversary
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung apologized to families of the 179 victims of the Jeju Air crash on Monday, marking the first anniversary...
Syria Opens Criminal Investigation Into Assad-Era Mass Grave
Syria’s new government has ordered troops to guard a remote desert military site east of Damascus after a Reuters investigation revealed it was used...
Thailand, Cambodia Pledge to Reset Ties After Deadly Border Clashes
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to rebuild political mutual trust following weeks of intense border fighting, according to a joint communique released by China...
South Korea Prosecutor Accuses Ex–First Lady of Bribery, Power Abuse
South Korea’s special prosecutor has concluded a year-long investigation alleging that Kim Keon Hee, the wife of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, accepted bribes...
China Rings Taiwan With Live-Fire Drills, Tensions Spike
China launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, mobilising army, naval, air force and artillery units under what it called its “Justice Mission 2025” drills....
Trump–Zelenskiy Talks Near Deal, Donbas Still the Dealbreaker
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy say they are closer than ever to a peace agreement to end the war in...
Guinea Votes with Junta Chief Doumbouya Set to Formalize his Rule
Guinea held presidential elections on Sunday, where Mamady Doumbouya, who came to power through a coup in 2021, is expected to secure a seven-year...
CAR Votes as Moscow’s Ally, President Touadera, Bids for Third Term
Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera is running for a third term in the national elections, which are taking place on Sunday. He emphasizes...
Kosovo Holds Pivotal Election Aimed at Ending Political Crisis
Kosovo held elections on Sunday aimed at breaking a political deadlock that has hindered parliament and stalled international funding. Prime Minister Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje...