Pakistan's army chief visited Saudi Arabia on Monday in an effort to ease a row between the two countries over policy towards the disputed region of Kashmir. ( read original story ...)
Chevron Pursues Exploration Deal in Iraq
The U.S. oil major could unveil a pact with Baghdad on the sidelines of a White House visit this week, in what would be a boost to Iraq’s oil industry. ( read original story ...)
Iran’s stranglehold on Iraq may be starting to falter
After almost three decades of conflict, insurgency, genocide and foreign meddling, there may be a glimmer of light appearing at the end of the long, dark tunnel. Iraqis must hope that it isn't an ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea police to handle spy cases, report says
Seoul's National Police Agency will take control over all investigations into anti-state espionage previously conducted by the National Intelligence Service. ( read original story ...)
North Korea quiet as U.S., South Korea exercises to resume
North Korea said soldiers were deployed to assist the villagers with cleanup efforts. Ri Il Hwan, identified as a vice chairman of the Workers' Party's central committe ... ( read original story ...)
Controversial pastor tests positive for COVID-19 in South Korea
A controversial South Korean pastor tested positive for COVID-19 after participating in an anti-government mass rally on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Thailand protests: The monarchy was long considered God-like. But some say it’s time for change
It was an act unthinkable in Thailand mere months ago -- an estimated 10,000 anti-government protesters packing Bangkok's Democracy Monument on Sunday, with some calling for reform of the country's ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand’s bookish lawyer taking on a king
Posted . The deafening cheer for Anon Nampa at Thailand's biggest demonstration in years underlined the bookish human right ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese State Media Hypes ‘Rift and Conflict’ Between U.S. and Europe Over Iran: ‘U.S. Will Become More Isolated’
"The limits of the Trump administration's highly unilateral and aggressive foreign policy are being exposed," an opinion column argued. ( read original story ...)
Iran reportedly paid bounties to the Taliban to target US troops in Afghanistan
The suspected Iranian bounty plot was reportedly cited by US officials as a partial justification for the Soleimani strike. ( read original story ...)