Asia - Pacific

India urges citizens to avoid 'non-essential' travel to Israel

India urges citizens to avoid 'non-essential' travel to Israel

'In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals currently in Israel are advised to remain vigilant,' says Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv

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Japan, Italy agree to enhance collaboration on critical minerals, economic security, says Premier Takaichi
16.01.2026

Japan, Italy agree to enhance collaboration on critical minerals, economic security, says Premier Takaichi

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hosts Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni in her 1st meeting with any European leader in Japan since taking office in October last year

China launches satellite group from sea
16.01.2026

China launches satellite group from sea

Commercial CERES-1 Y7 rocket places satellites for Tianqi constellation into space

Georgia demands BBC apologize for claiming it used chemical to quell 2024 protests
16.01.2026

Georgia demands BBC apologize for claiming it used chemical to quell 2024 protests

December article claimed Georgian authorities used camite to suppress demonstrations

Yemen appoints top diplomat Shaya Mohsin Zindani as new prime minister
16.01.2026

Yemen appoints top diplomat Shaya Mohsin Zindani as new prime minister

President Rashad al-Alimi accepts resignation of Salim Bin Brik, who becomes economic advisor; Zindani tasked with forming Cabinet

US, Japanese defense chiefs hold talks in Washington
16.01.2026

US, Japanese defense chiefs hold talks in Washington

Pete Hegseth hosts enhanced honor cordon for Shinjiro Koizumi