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US, Israel war on Iran
Pro-Iran hackers say they breached FBI chief Patel’s email account
Photos and other personal documents, many appearing over a decade old, were released by the group Handala.
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
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The Philippines
Why Philippines may face ‘strategic dilemma’ over Nato partnership, US demands
27 Mar 2026 - 9:32PM
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Time to confront folly of Iran war and irrational US spending
Our fate increasingly depends on the state of mind of leaders who are playing a nuclear-scale game of chicken.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:30PM
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‘Ukraine’s not America’s war, Iran not our war’: US, G7 diplomats trade barbs
The US secretary of state chided allies for rebuffing Trump’s demand for military help in the Gulf.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:06PM
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China GDP
China’s economy can absorb Iran war shocks, says Justin Lin
But top economist cautions that US might not follow through on any agreements reached when Trump visits China in May.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:10PM
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Iran says Hormuz closed for shipping to and from ‘enemy’ ports
The Revolutionary Guards said that they had turned back three vessels seeking to cross the transit point.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:22PM
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China trade
From chips to MRIs, Iran war puts helium users on edge
Fitch Ratings says helium prices have roughly doubled since conflict began.
27 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
Thailand
Thai luxury hotels dangle huge discounts as Iran war disrupts travel
While the lower prices may be a boon for visitors, businesses say ‘the stillness is unsettling’ as they brace themselves for hardship.
27 Mar 2026 - 5:46PM
US, Israel war on Iran
UN tells US to swiftly finish probe into ‘visceral’ Iran school bombing
In a video address to the UNHRC, Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi called the bombing a ‘calculated’ assault by the US.
27 Mar 2026 - 6:31PM
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US-EU relations
German defence minister urges strong US presence in Indo-Pacific
‘To support or not to support Ukraine can also have an impact on Taiwan and the security situation in the Indo-Pacific’: Pistorius.
27 Mar 2026 - 5:22PM
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China shipbuilding
Iran war exposes a weakness in China’s vast shipping sector: a lack of insurers
China’s maritime sector still relies on overseas legal and financial service providers, a potential strategic vulnerability in a turbulent world.
27 Mar 2026 - 5:00PM
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Defence
Activists push for Cop31 to discuss impact of wars on global climate
Military activities are hampering the transition towards renewable energy, with data transparency lacking among major defence spenders.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:57PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Israel launches strikes on Iran with no sign of diplomatic breakthrough
Israeli jets hit Tehran’s missile hubs while more US troops head to the Middle East.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:45PM
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What is Kharg Island and why might Trump want it?
Kharg Island handles about 90 per cent of Iran’s crude oil exports.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:42PM
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Malaysia
Iran crisis bites into Malaysia’s supply chain as fuel subsidy cap falls
The quota cut for subsidised petrol reflects how the distant war is affecting Malaysia, with the food industry also sounding the alarm.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:49PM
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Hong Kong transport
Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel charges by 34%, joining other Hong Kong carriers
Fee for destinations other than mainland China to hit HK$389, while courier SF Express will review fuel surcharge on weekly basis from April.
27 Mar 2026 - 5:52PM
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SCMP Highlights
Iran war risks, Southeast Asia’s fuel crisis, Xinjiang ‘salmon’: 7 highlights
From a fuel crisis gripping Southeast Asia to an elderly Chinese man’s undying love, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
27 Mar 2026 - 12:35PM
The Philippines
As Philippines battles fuel crisis, will Marcos postpone Asean summit?
Lawmakers have urged the president to postpone or scale down the event and redirect funds towards softening the blow of rising energy costs.
27 Mar 2026 - 12:30PM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong home prices surge to 22-month high, but Iran war clouds outlook
Price gains accelerated in February, according to official government index, but interest-rate risk looms, analysts say.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:43PM
US, Israel war on Iran
A way out for the US and Iran? The diplomatic path that could prove China right
Talks between Washington and Tehran must involve nuclear concessions and a regional ceasefire, Middle East expert says.
27 Mar 2026 - 12:23PM
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Iran’s harder-to-hunt long-range missiles are taking greater toll
Many Iranian launchers are destroyed, but remaining missiles are hitting targets with more precision.
27 Mar 2026 - 10:43AM
China travel
China’s airlines add 2,900 flights to Europe as Russia access pays dividends
Chinese carriers have a major advantage over other global airlines due to their access to Russian airspace and ability to bypass the Middle East.
27 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM
Donald Trump
US currency to bear Trump’s signature in first for a sitting president
It is the latest instance of Trump putting his name and likeness on American cultural institutions.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:33AM
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Japan
Japan’s cherry blossom parties could wilt as inflation strains wallets
Spending on ‘hanami’ picnics drops as rising living costs, Iran war fears and weather woes threaten to dampen this year’s festivities.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM
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Trump says Iran ‘begging’ for deal, but teases new aid for hard-hit US farmers
Trump shrugs off the need to reach a settlement, then alleges Iran let oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a ‘gift’ to the US.
27 Mar 2026 - 2:54PM
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This country could rise as Mideast war’s big winner. It’s not US, Israel or Iran
The spike in oil prices is an obvious short-term boon for Moscow, but some observers are unsure it will have so much impact in the long run.
27 Mar 2026 - 8:32AM
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
Can Trump end his war on Iran in time for rescheduled China trip?
The US president announced this week that he would visit in mid-May after putting the date back to focus on the conflict.
27 Mar 2026 - 10:18AM
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