Israel relations, Joe Biden publicly insisted the Israeli ambassador to Washington pass on a message: “You better damn well report to Bibi that we’re still buddies.” America’s president-elect earned a ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi king urges world to take ‘decisive stance’ against Saudi’s regional foe Iran
Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz urged the world on Thursday to take "a decisive stance" to address efforts by Iran to develop nuclear and ballistic missile programs, in an annual address to ... ( read original story ...)
Caucasus ceasefire cements Turkey as a power in Russia’s backyard
While the truce was brokered by Moscow — which has deployed peacekeepers — the scale of Azerbaijan’s success with Turkey’s support has cemented Ankara’s newfound influence in the Caucasus region, ... ( read original story ...)
Major floods in Manila as typhoon batters Philippines
The third typhoon to hit the storm-battered Philippines in as many weeks caused major flooding in Manila on Thursday, trapping people on rooftops and claiming at least one life in another part of the ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon Vamco lashes the Philippines, paralyses parts of Manila
Torrential rains from Typhoon Vamco lashed provinces in the Philippines' main Luzon island on Thursday, killing at least one person and paralysing parts of the capital Manila as some residents awaited ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s machinery orders fall, clouding outlook for capital spending recovery
Japan's core machinery orders fell for the first time in three months in September and at faster than expected pace, denting hopes that a quick pickup in business spending could help the economy stage ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Prime Minister Suga speaks with Biden, confirms importance of Japan-U.S. ties
China's growing military and economic assertiveness serves as a backdrop for Japan's hopes to see Biden's presidency restore a strong U.S.-Japan alliance. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suga to host Australian PM in first visit by foreign leader
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison will travel to Tokyo next week to meet his Japanese counterpart Yoshihide Suga against the backdrop of increasing tensions with China. ( read original story ...)
Biden Reassures U.S. Allies in Calls With Leaders of Japan, South Korea, Australia
In their first calls with Joe Biden since the U.S. election, the leaders of Japan, South Korea and Australia on Thursday reaffirmed plans to form close ties with the president-elect to tackle issues ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. President-elect Biden holds phone calls with Australia, Japan, South Korea leaders
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Joe Biden has held separate congratulatory phone calls with the leaders of Australia, Japan and South Korea, his transition office said on Wednesday. All ... ( read original story ...)