Asia & Pacific

US Reaffirms Commitment to Defending Japan With All Capabilities Including Nuclear

The U.S. reaffirmed its commitment to defend Japan, including nuclear deterrence, amid China's military expansion and regional threats.

US Pauses $14 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan Over Munitions Needs for Iran War

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao says the Trump administration is delaying the major Taiwan arms package to prioritize weapons for the Iran conflict. The United...
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South Korean Prosecutors Seek 30-Year Sentence for Former President Yoon for Alleged Drone Flights Over Pyongyang

Yoon Suk Yeol’s legal team said he never ordered the alleged drone flights over Pyongyang, saying prosecutors have not backed their claims with evidence. 

Turkey Bans Social Media Access for Under-15s

Turkey has followed dozens of other countries around the world in passing legislation to restrict minors’ access to social media.

North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles, Dismisses Seoul’s Diplomacy Hopes

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into sea, South Korea said, continuing tests that undermine hopes for easing regional tensions.

Taiwan Opposition Leader’s China Visit Raises Concerns Over Beijing’s Influence, Analysts Say

A planned meeting between Taiwanese opposition leader Cheng Li-wen and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is drawing mounting scrutiny in Taiwan.

Tokyo’s Latest Missile Plan Could Thwart Chinese Invasion of Taiwan: Analysts

A Japanese planned missile deployment will deter Beijing’s activities in the region and buy the US–Japan alliance crucial time to block a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

Hong Kong Court Overturns Jimmy Lai’s Fraud Conviction

Hong Kong court overturns Jimmy Lai’s fraud convictions, a rare win as he still faces 20 years in prison on a separate national security case.