The Syrian government is working to secure the return of millions of refugees who fled war in their country, but Western sanctions are hindering the work of ... ( read original story ...)
Hezbollah presence in south Syria much larger than previously revealed
New report by the ALMA Research and Education Center locates 58 sites belonging to group's Southern Command and Golan Project. ( read original story ...)
Syria President Assad says US pressure and sanctions obstructing return of refugees
Assad on Wednesday (Nov 11) blamed United States sanctions and pressure on the United Nations as well as Syria's neighbours for the reticence of more than 5 million refugees who fled the conflict ... ( read original story ...)
In Sri Lanka, turmeric is being exchanged for gold on the black market
Demand for the spice, believed to have immunity-boosting qualities, has skyrocketed during the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Biden differs from Trump on North Korea, but Kim’s nukes are most likely here to stay
"No credible North Korean leader — and certainly not this one — could really entertain the possibility of full denuclearization," one expert said. ( read original story ...)
Whatever Biden does, North Korea’s nukes are likely here to stay
"No credible North Korean leader — and certainly not this one — could really entertain the possibility of full denuclearization," one expert said. ( read original story ...)
North Korea Cracks Down on Local Markets, Overseas Defectors
As COVID-19 continues to hamstring the economy, North Koreans grow increasingly desperate – and the government moves to keep everything under tight control. ( read original story ...)
Nepal COVID-19 cases cross 200,000 amid fears of health catastrophe
Total coronavirus infections in Nepal crossed 200,000 on Wednesday, as health workers say the Himalayan nation was facing a "catastrophic" situation. In the last 24 hours there were 2,569 new cases ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal’s Second Wave of Coronavirus Leaves Mt Everest Deserted
The pandemic is seeing a second wave in Nepal. The tourism industry has been affected the most, with Mt Everest once again standing deserted with no mountaineers. The Himalayan range is empty and so ... ( read original story ...)
Foreign secretary Harsh Shringla to visit Nepal
Shringla’s visit will come close on the heels of a two-day trip to Kathmandu last week by the Indian Army chief, Gen MM Naravane ... ( read original story ...)