China Extends Visa Waiver Scheme, Eyes Closer EU Ties
China will extend its visa-free entry program for several countries, including France, until December 31, 2026, and add Sweden to the list starting November...
China, India Renew Border Talks to Keep Peace in Himalayas
China and India have resumed “active” communication on managing their long, disputed Himalayan border, both governments said on Wednesday, in the latest sign of...
Trump Crowned and Decorated as South Korea’s ‘Peacemaker’
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in South Korea on Wednesday for the final stop of his Asia tour, which also included Japan and Malaysia....
U.S. Sanctions Russia’s Oil Giants as Moscow Flexes Nuclear Muscles, Peace Push Falters
In a sharp escalation of pressure, the United States imposed sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, accusing them of sustaining...
Takaichi Courts Trump with U.S. Trade Sweeteners
Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing her first major diplomatic test a high-stakes meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump next week...
U.S.-Canada Near Trade Breakthrough Ahead of APEC Summit
The United States and Canada are edging closer to a trade agreement covering steel, aluminium, and energy, with officials indicating that it could be...
Vance’s Israel Visit Tests Fragile Gaza Truce and U.S. Mediation Strategy
U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s arrival in Israel marks Washington’s latest effort to stabilise a fragile ceasefire in Gaza and advance President Donald Trump’s...
From Mediator to Power Broker: Erdogan’s Gaza Gamble Pays Off
Turkey’s long-standing relationship with Hamas, once viewed as a diplomatic liability, has become a strategic advantage. By persuading the militant group to accept U.S....
Russia Ready to Deepen Ties with Iran Across All Fronts
Russia reaffirmed its commitment to broadening cooperation with Iran, signaling stronger political, military, and energy ties amid escalating tensions with the West. Kremlin spokesman...
Orban’s Dual Ties Make Budapest Trump-Putin Meeting Ground
The Kremlin confirmed that Budapest will host a potential summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor...