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Rocket fire on US base came even as Nasrallah warned Americans to leave dead or alive

The Iraq base which hosts US military personnel came under attack on Sunday as Hezbollah leader talked about continued retaliation.

Jan 13, 2020

By Parvathy Rajagopal

Indonesian president sails to South China Sea islands sending strong message to China

Indonesia, UAE sign 11 pacts worth $22.89 billion during UAE Crown Prince Zayed's visit

11 business agreements in energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, port, telecommunication, and research, with a total estimated value worth $ 22.89 billion were inked

Jan 13, 2020

Video reportedly shows Iranian Guards firing at protesters condemning Ukraine plane shooting

In a desperate attempt to quell the unrest, the regime forces have begun a violent suppression. There are reports of tear gas being lobbed at the protesters

Jan 13, 2020

By Johnlee Varghese

China refuses to back down even after pro-democracy Taiwan election win

Beijing said that they won't back down from Taiwan despite a pro-democracy win in the island following the elections on Saturday

Jan 12, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Why did thousands of protesters turn up for 'Run Against Dictatorship' marathon in Thailand?

Protesters rally together in Thailand for a 'Run against Dictatorship' with 13,000 marathon runners being a part of the rally

Jan 12, 2020

By Parvathy Rajagopal

Iran briefly detains British ambassador to Tehran Rob Macaire

The diplomat was detained for allegedly inciting students who were holding a protest over the downing of a Ukraine plane by an Iranian missile

Jan 12, 2020

By Parvathy Rajagopal

Taiwan President Tsai apologises to indigenous people, promises to look after their interest

With the fear of Beijing over their territory, Taiwan reelects Tsai Ing-Wen as the President

In a landslide victory, Taiwan chose their incumbent President Tsai Ing-Wen to continue her leadership in a move to fight the Chinese incursion to the country

Jan 12, 2020

By Parvathy Rajagopal

Who is Abdul Reza Shahlai? The Iranian commander US tried to kill on day of Soleimani assassination

New information has emerged that the US tried assassinating another Iranian commander, in a strike at Yemen, the same day it killed General Qasem Soleimani in a drone attack

Jan 11, 2020

By Shubhangi Shah

China shadows Taiwan elections with 'one country, two system' propaganda

Beijing is closely watching the election in Taiwan election being held today, Saturday Jan 11, to reinforce its claim on the democratic island

Jan 11, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Will Iran develop nuclear weapons in 1-2 years? France thinks so

French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Friday that if Iran keeps on violating the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, it can develop nuclear weapons in one or two years

Jan 11, 2020

By Shubhangi Shah

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Emily Ratajkowski stirs up controversy by staking support towards Bernie Sanders for 2020 US elections

The 'Gone Girl' actress calls for Healthcare, Jobs, Colleges, and Justice for all while backing up Democratic Candidate Bernie Sanders for the upcoming 2020 US elections

Jan 10, 2020

By Karan Ashwath

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Mike Pompeo admits he didn't know precisely when and where Iran was going to attack

Opposed to the claim cited numerous times as a reason to assassinate Qasem Soleimani, Pompeo admitted, he didn't know when and where Iran was going to attack

Jan 10, 2020

By Shubhangi Shah

Photos reveal Bill Clinton posing with Ghislaine Maxwell on Jeffrey Epstein's 'Lolita Express'

Photos of former US President Bill Clinton have emerged with sex offender Epstein's close associate and alleged procuress Ghislaine Maxwell, along with one of his rape accusers

Jan 10, 2020

By Shubhangi Shah

Japan lauds US 'measured response' on Iran missile strikes

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lauded the US' decision to respond to the attacks with restraint, using economic sanctions instead of a direct military confrontation

Jan 9, 2020

By IANS

Iran FM denied US visa to attend UNSC meet

The Minister added that Washington's denial was an outright violation of the terms of a 1947 UN Headquarters agreement

Jan 7, 2020

By IANS

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