Asia

Trump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, sources say

As part of the Abraham Accords, inked in 2020 and 2021 during Trump's first term in office, four Muslim-majority countries agreed to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel after US mediation.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani, and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed wave, after an Abraham Accords signing ceremony at the White House in 2020.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reacts as Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand's acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai shake hands following a press conference, on the day of mediation talks on the Thailand–Cambodia border conflict, in Putrajaya, Malaysia July 28, 2025.

Thai, Cambodian leaders agree to ceasefire after five days of battle

Police officers work near the covered body of a gunman at the crime scene after a shooting incident at a market, where people were killed, including the gunman who took his own life, in Bangkok, Thailand, July 28, 2025.

At least six killed in shooting incident in Bangkok

People rest inside a temporary shelter in Srisaket province, after Thailand and Cambodia exchanged heavy artillery fire for a second day on Friday as border fighting intensified and spread, while Cambodia's leader said Thailand had agreed to a Malaysian ceasefire proposal but then backed down.

Thai-Cambodian fighting extends into third day despite ceasefire calls


Thailand deploys F-16 jet against Cambodian forces as border clash escalates

The clash came after Thailand recalled its ambassador to Cambodia on Wednesday and said it would expel Cambodia's envoy in Bangkok.

The Thai embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, July 24, 2025.

Death toll from Vietnam tourist boat accident climbs to 38

The accident took place around 2 p.m. local time on Saturday, soon after Typhoon Wipha entered the South China Sea.

 A tourist boat (in white) that capsized in an accident which killed dozens and left several people still missing, is towed back to the port in Halong Bay, Quang Ninh province, Vietnam, July 20, 2025.

Armenia, Azerbaijan hold substantive talks to end four decades of conflict

Armenia and Azerbaijan have been at loggerheads since the late 1980s when Nagorno-Karabakh broke away from Azerbaijan.

 A checkpoint of Azerbaijani law enforcement officers in Stepanakert city, known as Khankendi by Azerbaijan, following a military operation conducted by Azeri armed forces and a further mass exodus of ethnic Armenians from the region of Nagorno-Karabakh, October 2, 2023

Ancient wooden tools uncovered in China shed new light on early human diet, cognitive abilities

The tools include digging sticks made of pine and hardwood, hooks for cutting roots, and small, pointed implements for extracting edible plants from the ground.

 Ancient wooden tools uncovered in China shed new light on early human diet, cognitive abilities.

An emotional exploration in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan offers modern transportation, including domestic flights, modern, high-speed trains, and regular trains from the Soviet days.

 Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan

Iran looks to Asia while holding firm in nuclear talks with US - analysis

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had just returned from the fourth round of discussions with a US delegation in Muscat on Sunday. Many things have happened since then.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi looks on before a meeting with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in Tehran, Iran, August 26, 2024.

Trump reasserts US role in South Asia with ceasefire between India, Pakistan - opinion

Trump’s verbal praise of both leaders for choosing 'common sense and great intelligence' reflects diplomatic acumen and acknowledges the precarious balance both nations must navigate. 

 People wave flags as they rally in support of Pakistan Army, day after the ceasefire announcement between India and Pakistan, May 11, 2025

Here you definitely won't encounter Israelis: The most isolated country in Central Asia opens up

Turkmenistan launches a digital visa system, canceling invitation letter requirements. The gas-rich republic aims to develop new income sources and showcase its unique natural treasures and heritage.

 The Independence Monument and the National Library in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

China Gold Demand Surges Amid Tariff Shock and Stock Market Slump

Gold demand soars across Asia as new U.S. tariffs rattle markets and trigger a stock sell-off. Investors rush to gold as a shield against uncertainty and economic turmoil.

  Asia Gold Demand Surges Amid Tariff Shock and Stock Market Slump

UN warns window to find Myanmar quake survivors closing, death toll climbs towards 3,000

The epicenter was about 17.2 km from the city of Mandalay, which has a population of about 1.2 million, according to USGS.

 A worker carries a casualty on his back after a strong earthquake struck central Myanmar, which affected Bangkok, Thailand. March 28, 2025.

Exploring the majestic Buddhist temples and heritage sites in northern Thailand

With almost 1,000 islands and 2,400 km. of coastline, Israelis flock to the beaches in large numbers all year round, enjoying the ultimate relaxation together with amazing cheap food experiences.

 CHIANG RAI’S stunning Wat Rong Khun – the White Temple.