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Iran Says War Must End Without Future Threats

Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of Iran, stated that while Iran is not seeking a ceasefire, it wants the war with the United States and Israel to end in a way that prevents future attacks. He emphasized that Iran is prepared to continue fighting as long as necessary to ensure its security and deter further [...]

Rise in Sexual Offences Raises Alarm in Thimphu

The rise in sexual offence cases in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, highlights a growing gap between rapid social and technological change and the ability of institutions and communities to respond effectively. Despite being the most developed and connected part of the country, the increase in such cases shows that modernization does not automatically ensure [...]

New Government Faces Economic and Reform Challenges

Tarique Rahman has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking a major political comeback for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) after two decades out of power. His swearing-in follows 18 months of caretaker rule led by Muhammad Yunus, which came after the political upheaval that removed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina [...]

Over 2,200 Malaysian Directors Banned From Travel Over EPF Dues

The Employees Provident Fund reported that 2,257 company directors were barred from leaving Malaysia in 2025 for failing to pay employee contributions to the fund. According to Sazaliza Zainuddin, the EPF’s chief operations officer, their names were submitted to the Immigration Department of Malaysia under the Employees Provident Fund Act 1991. This brings the total [...]

Cambodia Warns of Travel and Fuel Price Impact

Continuing conflict in the Middle East could significantly affect global aviation and fuel prices. According to Sin Chansereyvutha, Secretary of State at the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, disruptions in major Middle Eastern flight hubs may force airlines to reroute flights. This could lead to longer travel times and higher transportation costs. Tourism to Cambodia [...]

Jordan Forms Committee to Monitor Supply Chain Risks

Rising tensions in the Middle East are beginning to affect shipping and transport, increasing freight costs and forcing some shipping companies to add risk-related fees. Government officials in Jordan are closely monitoring the situation and have formed a committee to assess possible impacts on supply chains and trade. Prime Minister Jaffar Hassan emphasized the importance [...]

Educated Women Still Face Barriers in the Job Market

Sayema Haque Bidisha from the University of Dhaka said that although gender gaps in education have narrowed, women still face significant challenges in the labor market. Educated women often struggle to find jobs that match their qualifications because suitable opportunities are limited and social constraints such as safety, commuting, rigid working hours, and lack of [...]

Drone Crash Reported at Iraq’s Majnoon Oilfield

A drone crashed at the Majnoon oilfield in the southern province of Basra on Tuesday evening, according to a security source. The origin of the drone remains unknown, and no deaths or material damage were reported. A video circulating online showed people at the site photographing the wreckage. The oilfield, located about 60 kilometers north [...]

Residents Fear as Warplanes Strike Iran’s Capital

The capital of Iran, Tehran, experienced one of the most intense nights of bombardment since the war began 10 days ago, with airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel. Warplanes flew at low altitudes over the city, dropping heavy explosives that shook neighborhoods and frightened residents who remained in their homes. Strikes also reportedly targeted other cities, including Isfahan and Karaj. Pete [...]

Authorities Warn of Rising Online Extremism Among Youth

Mohd Khalid Ismail announced that six suspects aged between 16 and 21 were arrested during coordinated police raids on February 14 and 15 in the Klang Valley, Johor, Kedah and Terengganu. The arrests followed intelligence revealing online radicalization activities linked to the extremist group Islamic State. Authorities discovered that the suspects promoted extremist propaganda, [...]

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