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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificSuicide bombing at Kohat police headquarters kills at least 20, injures dozens
A suicide bomber detonated a vehicle bomb at a mosque within Kohat’s police headquarters on 18 September 2026. At least 20‑21 people died, most of them police officers, and dozens were injured. President Asif Ali Zardari condemned the attack and Saudi Arabia expressed solidarity with Pakistan.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificRussia demands Japan remove US missile systems
Russia has demanded that Japan remove US-made Typhon missile systems from its territory, citing them as a threat to its security. Moscow sent a protest note on September 3, with China also expressing concern.
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Politics · Asia-PacificSouth Korean President: Trump Wants Dialogue with North Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated that U.S. President Donald Trump clearly wants dialogue with North Korea. Lee also confirmed that South Korea will not deploy troops to intervene militarily in the Iran war.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS drone firm Powerus signs Pakistan Army deal
US drone manufacturer Powerus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Pakistan Army, which includes an initial order for drone-related systems. The company is also slated to merge with Aureus Greenway Holdings, a firm in which Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump hold a significant stake.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificRussia to Suspend Gas Supplies to Armenia for 10 Days
Russia will temporarily suspend natural gas supplies to Armenia from September 15 to September 25 due to planned maintenance on a key pipeline. Gazprom Armenia has stated that domestic reserves and Iranian imports will ensure uninterrupted supply to consumers.
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Evidence of 25,000-year-old drug use found in Indonesia
Analysis of prehistoric human remains from Indonesia has revealed evidence of habitual drug use dating back approximately 25,000 years. This predates agriculture and suggests humans may have been consuming psychoactive substances much earlier than previously understood.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificIndonesian ship with 243 people lost contact in Java Sea
An Indonesian passenger ship carrying 243 people has been reported missing after losing contact on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The vessel was travelling from Surabaya, East Java, to Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, and its last known position was in the Java Sea. Rescuers have launched a search operation.
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Daniel Billings jailed for 28 years for Molly Ticehurst murder
Daniel Billings has been sentenced to 28 years in jail for the murder of Molly Ticehurst. He broke into her home and stabbed her 15 times in April 2024. The murder was motivated by revenge after Ticehurst reported alleged sexual assault to police.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS seizes crypto tied to Chinese scam marketplace Xinbi
The Justice Department and Treasury Department have taken action against Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language marketplace operating on Telegram. Authorities seized Telegram channels and cryptocurrency wallets tied to the platform, which allegedly served as an escrow service for online scam centers.
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Science & Tech · Asia-PacificIndonesian Airports Closed Due to Anak Krakatau Eruption
Eight Indonesian airports, including Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma, were closed on 7 September due to ash from the Mount Anak Krakatau eruption. The transport ministry reported 170,000 people were affected by flight cancellations.
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Science & Tech · Asia-PacificAnak Krakatau volcano erupts, spewing ash and causing booms
The Anak Krakatau volcano erupted on September 4-5, 2026, with an ash column observed by satellite. Loud booms were heard up to 150km away, and Indonesian authorities placed the volcano under Alert Level III, prohibiting access within a 3km radius.
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Cambodia to Resume Joint Military Exercises with US
Cambodia's army announced it will resume joint military exercises with the United States in February next year. The drills, named 'Exercise Angkor Sentinel 2027,' were suspended in 2017. The resumption follows recent high-level meetings aimed at improving relations, though US concerns about Cambodia's ties to China remain.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificChina dissents from G20 statement on 'cheap exports'
China was the sole dissenter from a G20 finance ministers' statement calling out 'non-market based economies pushing out a never-ending stream of cheap exports'. Nineteen members agreed to address global economic imbalances caused by such practices.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificHonda targets $9.4bn cost cuts to counter Chinese competition
Honda aims to cut more than $9 billion in costs over the next four years, with internal documents showing a target of 1.5 trillion yen (about $9.4 billion) by 2030. The company has instructed suppliers to reduce prices and explore using more Chinese-made components.
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Politics · Asia-PacificErdogan seeks deeper SCO ties at Bishkek summit
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek, stating Turkey aims to deepen cooperation. He described the SCO as a 'rising star' and discussed its role in peace, transport, and energy security. Erdogan also held bilateral meetings with other leaders.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificAsia Manufacturing Expands in August Driven by AI Hardware Demand
Manufacturing activity across Asia expanded in August, with China, Japan, and South Korea reporting growth. This expansion was primarily driven by strong global demand for artificial intelligence hardware, particularly semiconductors and computers, which helped offset rising costs and economic uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict.
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Politics · Asia-PacificModi, Xi, Putin meet at SCO Summit in Bishkek
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin were seen interacting at the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The leaders posed for a group photograph and participated in a roundtable discussion.
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Japan requests record ¥8.9 trillion defense budget for drones, AI
Japan's Defense Ministry has requested 8.9 trillion yen ($55.6 billion) for the upcoming fiscal year's defense budget. The request signals a shift towards incorporating drones, artificial intelligence, and new warfare methods to adapt to evolving security challenges.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificNepal asked China for early disaster warnings before deadly flood
Nepal and China officials met in May to discuss cooperation on floods and glacier hazards. Two Nepali officials later told Reuters they did not receive sufficient information from China on risks, potentially hindering disaster preparedness.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificIndia and Uzbekistan agree strategic partnership and $5bn trade target
India and Uzbekistan have elevated their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. The leaders agreed to a bilateral trade target of $5 billion by 2030, aiming to significantly boost economic cooperation between the two nations.
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US Considers Delaying Taiwan Arms Sales Past Summits
The United States is reportedly considering delaying announcements on significant arms sales to Taiwan. This potential postponement could extend past the APEC and G20 summits, with implications for defence firms and diplomatic relations.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastAsian markets fall as US-Iran tensions lift oil prices
Asian share markets declined on Monday as fresh conflict between the United States and Iran escalated, driving oil prices up. Bond yields also remained elevated following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on inflation, increasing the likelihood of a US interest rate hike.
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