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US, Israel war on Iran
Asia sees violence, fuel rationing, queues as energy crunch over war hits
In Bangladesh a man was killed and the military has been deployed, while lines have formed elsewhere too, as many nations rely on imports.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Why has the US-Israeli war on Iran left Brics speechless?
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Trump and Putin discuss ‘quick’ ending to Iran war
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India
India’s 30-day Russian oil waiver comes with a steep US price tag
Washington has granted New Delhi a brief waiver for stranded Russian crude – but expects it to ramp up American oil purchases in return.
9 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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China energy security
More gas from Russia? China flags new pipeline links amid Iran energy crisis
‘Preparatory work’ on pipeline, believed to be the Power of Siberia 2, included in five-year plan – but analysts say more details are needed.
9 Mar 2026 - 4:41PM
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China's military weapons
Why have China’s arms imports plummeted 72% over the past 5 years?
Neighbours in Asia and Oceania increase their overseas weapons purchases amid ‘fears over China’s intentions’.
9 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM
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Ukraine war
Ukraine protests Russia’s participation in Venice Biennale
Organisers have said Russia could participate for the first time since launching its all-out invasion in 2022.
9 Mar 2026 - 12:58PM
China-Middle East relations
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Strikes on Iran not the biggest threat to China’s belt and road goals: Pan Guang
Mainland academic assesses the risks to Chinese investment and diplomacy in the region and what it means for the other main players.
9 Mar 2026 - 10:02AM
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China-EU relations
Weaponise EU market against China or face manufacturing collapse: official think tank
Beijing’s ‘weakness creates opportunities’ for bloc to use chokepoints and leverage for negotiations, researchers say.
9 Mar 2026 - 3:23PM
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Two Sessions 2026
Abandon the lonely attic, join the China gym: Wang Yi to Europe
Foreign minister’s comments come at closely watched press conference on ‘two sessions’ sidelines.
8 Mar 2026 - 11:12PM
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China-North Korea relations
Will the US attack on Iran push North Korea even closer to Russia and China?
Donald Trump’s targeting of Tehran will push Pyongyang to feel ‘vindicated’ in developing nuclear weapons for its own security, analysts say.
7 Mar 2026 - 11:00PM
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China-EU relations
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How Europe and China can rise above paralysis and mistrust
Together, Brussels and Beijing can reshape global power into a balance where Europe matters and China gains legitimacy as a responsible power.
7 Mar 2026 - 8:30PM
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China-Russia relations
Top envoy urges China-Russia border infrastructure as sanctions stymie transport
Chinese ambassador to Moscow calls for the neighbours to build more cross-border bridges and corridors to slash logistics costs.
7 Mar 2026 - 8:00PM
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Ukraine war
At least 7 killed in Ukraine’s Kharkiv as Russia strikes apartment building
Moscow struck its neighbour overnight with 29 missiles and 480 drones, President Zelensky said, with hits at 22 locations.
7 Mar 2026 - 5:19PM
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Australia
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Australia needs to make its stance on the Iran attacks known
By refusing to condemn these legally baseless strikes, the Albanese government risks choosing ‘might is right’ over the UN Charter.
7 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
‘We are decimating them’: US brushes off Russian help for Iran in war
The White House downplays Moscow sharing information with Tehran on US targets in the Gulf, saying it is not affecting military operations.
7 Mar 2026 - 10:05AM
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Arctic
Middle powers Canada, South Korea set Arctic course between China-Russia and US
Seoul’s security agreement with Ottawa is also a ‘hedge’ against a transactional Washington, an analyst says.
6 Mar 2026 - 3:15PM
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South Korea
South Korea uneasy as US weighs moving air defences to Middle East
Fears are growing in Seoul that shifting US Patriot and THAAD missiles to fight Iran could leave it vulnerable to North Korea.
6 Mar 2026 - 6:09PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Ukraine military drone experts ‘due in Gulf soon’
There is said to be interest in anti-drone warfare not only from the US but from private and public channels in Gulf nations too.
6 Mar 2026 - 8:11PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong trying to secure seats on flights from Dubai for stranded residents
Carrier Emirates is planning to operate direct flights from Dubai to Hong Kong from Friday to Sunday, government says.
6 Mar 2026 - 10:49AM
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US-China relations
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China waits and watches as the US fights all its tigers at once
Far from freeing up resources to focus on China, Trump’s administration finds itself fighting fires on several fronts, sapping its resources.
5 Mar 2026 - 9:30AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US Senate rejects bid to curb Trump’s Iran war powers despite growing concerns
The bipartisan resolution, which failed by 52-47 votes, was aimed at stifling Donald Trump’s authority to continue military strikes on Iran.
6 Mar 2026 - 7:56AM
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Vladimir Putin
Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin warns
The leader says the chaos triggered by the Iran crisis has led to the emergence of other buyers willing to pay top dollar for fuel.
5 Mar 2026 - 4:56AM
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China caught between Iran and Gulf states as Tehran strikes across Middle East
In 2023, China mediated a peace deal between Riyadh and Tehran, but the ties are being tested as Iran targets sites in Saudi Arabia.
4 Mar 2026 - 7:57PM
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Ukraine war
Trump’s Iran attack sparks calls in Russia to abandon Ukraine talks
Some Russian hardliners are urging Vladimir Putin to double down on the war in Ukraine.
4 Mar 2026 - 6:37PM
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North Korea
North Korea’s hostage strategy packs more bite in post-Iran US shake-up
The Pentagon wants Seoul to shoulder more of its defence burden. Analysts say it may have strengthened Kim Jong-un’s hand instead.
4 Mar 2026 - 5:25PM
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Aviation
Persian Gulf crisis boosts Chinese airlines’ routes to Europe amid turmoil
Chinese carriers gain advantage as Gulf carriers take heavy hit from airspace closures; actress Dilraba Dilmurat among those stranded.
4 Mar 2026 - 3:28PM
US, Israel war on Iran
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US war on Iran isn’t likely to go as planned
US war planners have overlooked viewing their adversary through realpolitik in the past. They now face a far more organised opponent.
3 Mar 2026 - 9:50PM
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