Asia
Afghanistan gets hit by a third earthquake in days as the Hindu Kush shakes again
According to the USGS, the quake occurred at a depth of 216.7 km (134.65 miles).
Turkey places site of Alexander the Great’s first battle with Persians under historic protection
Israel must seize the opportunities created by Japan's strategic awakening - opinion
South Korea's military says it detained a North Korean soldier near border
Car explosion near New Delhi's Red Fort kills at eight, injuring 20
Several vehicles caught fire in the incident, which occurred near New Delhi's Red Fort Metro station.
Indonesia grants national hero status to late strongman President Suharto
"A prominent figure from Central Java province, a hero of the struggle for independence, General Suharto stood out since the independence era," said an announcer during the award ceremony.
Pakistan maternity leave termination leads to landmark case with monetary compensation
After being fired while on maternity leave, Islamabad IT expert Zainab Zahra wins a case that could reshape workplace rights in Pakistan.
Indira Gandhi refused Israel, India plan to hit Pakistan’s Kahuta site
Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi refused to go ahead with a secret strike on Pakistan’s nuclear site, claims an ex-CIA officer.
Asia-Pacific police forces strengthened by Israel's Camero-Tech gear
XAVER 400 provides real-time situational awareness, giving teams vital intelligence about the scene they are entering before they breach the space
Danger of US giving Saudis F35s: Golden opportunity for normalization slipping away? - analysis
The Trump administration might sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia without Riyadh agreeing to recognise Jerusalem, in a move that could shake up the Middle East.
Israel, India sign major defense deal in shadow of weapons boycotts
The defense deal is going forward at a time when many other democracies have cut back on their defense relations with Israel due to the war in Gaza.
US wants UN sanctions on seven vessels over North Korea exports
The seven vessels have illegally exported North Korean coal and iron ore to China, which traditionally earns Pyongyang between $200 million and $400 million a year, a US official claims.
Hong Kong court rejects bid to terminate trial against Tiananmen vigil group
Leaders of the disbanded Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China face up to 10 years imprisonment.
Thailand's ties to Israel evolved beyond tourism and trade, ambassador tells 'Post'
ASIA AFFAIRS: The relations between Jerusalem and Bangkok are mutually beneficial, Thailand's Ambassador Vichienpuntu told The Jerusalem Post in an exclusive interview.
