US escalates rhetoric against Iran as blockade pressure intensifies

Apr 25, 2026

The United States has sharpened its rhetoric against Iran while continuing to enforce an expanding naval blockade, with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth accusing...

Trump floats "friendly takeover" of Cuba as US tightens fuel blockade

Feb 27, 2026

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said Cuba is in serious economic trouble, suggesting the possibility of a "friendly takeover", as his...

Beijing intensifies military pressure on Taiwan as US-China talks resume

Jan 27, 2024

Taiwan's Defence Ministry has said China sent 33 aircraft, including SU-30 fighters and six navy vessels, around Taiwan between 6 am on Friday to...

Taiwan's diplomatic presence in South Africa under threat amid China's pressure

Oct 07, 2025

Taiwan's mission in South Africa faces pressure as Pretoria orders its relocation from the capital to Johannesburg, reportedly under China's influence. Taiwan called the...

"Parity has been brought in to put pressure on Canada:" Former envoy on India's demand to reduce Canadian diplomats amid row

Oct 06, 2023

Amid the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic row and New Delhi's demand to reduce the Canadian diplomatic staff here in the national capital, Former Indian diplomat...

Belize cuts diplomatic ties with Israel as pressure for Gaza ceasefire mounts

Nov 15, 2023

Israel's refusal to implement a ceasefire in Gaza has resulted in the government of Belize suspending diplomatic ties with the US-backed state. Belize adds...