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A Malaysian woman, identified as a police officer, apologized after videos of her mocking locals in China as 'smelly' went viral, sparking debate on travel etiquette and prompting a police disciplinary inquiry.
An explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, home to the world's largest liquefied natural gas export terminal, has injured at least 54 people and left 18 missing, according to the country's Interior Ministry. QatarEnergy said the blast occurred during start-up operations at its Barzan gas supply facility, with a fire now reported under control and no dangerous leak detected.
South Korea's exports in the first 20 days of June jumped 60.4% year-on-year to a record $62 billion, driven by strong semiconductor shipments amid the global AI boom. Imports rose 23.2%, yielding a trade surplus of $17 billion.
Starbucks Korea will close all its stores early on June 22 for mandatory history and sensitivity training following a controversial 'Tank Day' promotion that evoked memories of the 1980 Gwangju uprising. Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin will also undergo the training, as police question an executive over the incident.
Former US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents and accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of suppressing information about COVID-19's origins and concealing US funding of research at Wuhan Institute of Virology. The release occurred on her final day in office, citing a Trump transparency mandate. Both Jerusalem Post and TASS report the development, though framing differs.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po says Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to serve as a hub for mainland Chinese tech firms going global, and can add value to Beijing's 'China Opportunity 2.0' narrative. His remarks came after visits to Dalian, Xian, Shanghai and Nanjing.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is making his first foreign trip since taking office, visiting Malaysia and China, with trade, infrastructure, and migrant worker protections on the agenda. The choice to skip neighboring India has drawn attention amid strained bilateral relations since the 2024 uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina.
President Donald Trump unveiled a refurbished Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar as a temporary Air Force One, drawing praise for its luxury but raising ethical and security concerns. The aircraft, which features a new red, white, and navy blue livery, will serve until new Boeing jets arrive in 2028.
US President Donald Trump lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'great leader' and 'tough guy' during an interview with Axios, while also praising Pakistan's role in the US-Iran deal. The remarks come ahead of a bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in France, amid trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi.
An Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed at least 17 medics and infected 75 health workers, while a displaced camp has seen an unprecedented spike in deaths, with some confirmed as Ebola. The virus is spreading through vulnerable populations, with aid cuts and resistance to testing complicating the response.
A landmark conference in Ghana has ended with a framework for reparatory justice, calling for formal apologies, debt relief, and the return of looted artefacts. The meeting follows a UN resolution recognising the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity, with leaders urging former slave-trading nations to take concrete steps.
Intertanko, the association of independent tanker owners, says about 80 mines remain in the Strait of Hormuz, blocking the main shipping lane and preventing a return to normal traffic despite a US-Iran ceasefire. Experts warn clearing could take weeks, while concerns grow over potential tolls on vessels using the strait.
New data from Georgia's National Statistics Office shows wine exports to Russia fell 8.6% in the first five months of the year, while wheat imports from Russia rose 24.7%. TASS reports the figures, which highlight ongoing trade dynamics between the two countries.
South Korea's unification ministry reaffirmed its commitment to a phased, viable denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, responding to North Korea's latest rejection of nuclear disarmament. Unification Minister Chung Dong-young called for a paradigm shift toward a pragmatic, step-by-step process, with support from China.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said he told US President Donald Trump that the North Korean nuclear issue requires a different approach than other countries' nuclear problems, during the G7 summit in France. Lee also revealed he asked Pope Leo XIV to visit North Korea and the Demilitarized Zone, and proposed a phased approach to denuclearization.
South Korea says it remains in close talks with the United States over the wartime operational control (OPCON) transition, after a U.S. Senate bill introduced a provision requiring regular reports to Congress on the transfer road map. The provision reflects differing views between Seoul and Washington on the pace of the transfer, with Seoul seeking to complete it before 2030 and the U.S. emphasizing conditions and readiness.
Lululemon has apologized after a promotional event on the Great Wall of China featured a Japanese drum instead of a traditional Chinese instrument, sparking controversy. The company withdrew related content and pledged to be more cautious in future events, as reported by the Guardian and South China Morning Post.
EU leaders have instructed the European Commission to develop new trade defence instruments against Chinese overcapacity, including tools modeled on the US Section 301 tariffs. The move comes amid escalating trade tensions, with Volkswagen reportedly planning major job cuts and Beijing canceling high-level meetings. Analysts warn of a full-blown trade war while others see a climate opportunity in China's green tech exports.
As President Trump signs a new memorandum of understanding with Iran, comparisons to the 2015 JCPOA abound. The emerging framework differs significantly from the Obama-era accord, and former President Obama has cast doubt on whether any new agreement will be a 'significant improvement.'
US Vice President JD Vance defended the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, criticizing Israeli officials who oppose the agreement and urging them to recognize American support. The deal includes sanctions relief, a $300 billion reconstruction fund, and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but critics question its provisions. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded, asserting Israel has other allies.