Thailand has delayed the rollout of the AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccine over reports of blood clots, despite there being no evidence of a link to the jab. The country's prime minister was due to kick ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to Boost Prison Capacity Amid Political Crackdown
Thailand is considering an expansion of prison space as its existing facilities have become swelled with political prisoners arrested in connection with the country’s ongoing pro-democracy ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand follows Denmark in suspending AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine, pending an investigation into possible side effects
Thailand has become the first Asian country to pause use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine. Thailand said it was waiting for the results of investigations into potential side effects. Denmark, Norway, ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand Suspends Astra Shots; Biden Vaccine Order: Virus Update
President Joe Biden offered a Fourth of July goal for the U.S. to begin returning to normal as “light in the darkness” to a weary nation on Thursday, counting on a rapidly expanding supply of ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand suspends AstraZeneca vaccine because of ‘adverse symptoms’
Thailand has postponed the public vaccination of its prime minister with the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine after three European countries paused their rollout of the jab owing to health concerns. Prayuth ... ( read original story ...)
Iran arrests producers over controversial music video
Iranian authorities have arrested multiple music producers connected to a California-based Iranian pop singer, according to his management company and Iranian media, in Tehran’s latest effort to halt ... ( read original story ...)
Biden Aides Hold Talks with Israel on Iran, Regional Issues
Biden is trying to avoid the sort of strain that President Obama faced in the leadup to the signing of the Iran nuclear deal. ( read original story ...)
Turkey says first diplomatic contact held with Egypt since 2013
Ties between Egypt and Turkey deteriorated after a coup spearheaded by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in 2013. ( read original story ...)
Turkey plans to host Afghan peace talks in April
Turkish FM says both Taliban and Afghan government asked Turkey to host the meeting, which will complement Doha talks. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam to press ahead with AstraZeneca, closely monitor reactions, says Health official; only 2,533 Covid-19 cases in total
Vietnam will continue to press ahead with the use of Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, a health official said on Friday, despite some negative reports of side effects of the drug. ( read original story ...)