Iraqi priests warn that the latest Turkish military attacks in northern Iraq are displacing Christians and exacerbating a precarious security situation. ( read original story ...)
U.S. renews waiver for Iraq to import Iranian energy for 60 days
The United States said on Thursday it had renewed a waiver for Iraq to import Iranian electricity, this time for 60 days to enable Baghdad to take "meaningful actions" to reduce its energy dependence ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea president says creative content key to nation’s future
South Korean President Moon Jae-in said his country is enjoying a "renaissance" in digital media following the success of bands like BTS and the Oscar-winning film "Parasite." ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar reports 1,000 coronavirus cases in one day in record rise
Myanmar reported 1,000 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, in a record daily rise, as the total number of deaths in the country so far rose to 150. The Southeast Asian nation has now recorded 8,344 total ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand parliament delays vote over constitutional reform
MPs decided to set a committee to study how to make changes as protesters demanded reforms outside the building. ( read original story ...)
Thailand sues Facebook, Twitter for allowing banned material
Thailand’s government lodged complaints with police Thursday against Facebook and Twitter, alleging they failed to comply with court orders to block content judged illegal under Thai law. ( read original story ...)
Thailand says hoping to help 100,000 tourists to stay longer
Thai immigration authorities said on Thursday they would help more than 100,000 foreign tourists who were facing penalties for staying in the country too long, as a grace period expires six months ... ( read original story ...)
Iran anticipates ‘third wave’ as COVID-19 deaths pass 25,000
Iran’s health officials voice alarm over spike in infections, with the situation reportedly critical in large cities. ( read original story ...)
U.S. says new Iran sanctions coming on Thursday over rights violations
The United States will slap new sanctions on a number of Iranian officials and entities, including a judge who sentenced Iranian wrestler Navid Afkari to death, U.S. Special Representative for Iran ... ( read original story ...)
US envoy wants dialogue with Iran on Afghanistan
The US negotiator on Afghanistan said Thursday he would welcome talks with Iran on ending the Afghan conflict, accusing Tehran of seeking to bog down its arch-enemy in its longest war. ( read original story ...)