China escalates military provocations as Taiwan reports surge in air and naval incursions

Feb 12, 2025

A Chinese vessel was sighted yesterday by fishermen in Penghu heading westward away from the island, confirming allegations that China is still harassing the...

Macron mediates as Pezeshkian signals readiness for US talks amid naval standoff in Hormuz

Apr 14, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has intensified his role as a diplomatic mediator, holding separate discussions with US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud...

China-backed Thai canal potential next front in India-China conflict

Sep 02, 2020

Washington [US], September 2 : The long-awaited canal in southern Thailand's Kra Isthmus is the latest in China's attempt to encircle India with a...

Iranian missile strikes Haifa refinery in northern Israel, no casualties reported

Mar 19, 2026

An Iranian ballistic missile struck a major oil refinery complex in northern Israel on Thursday as the conflict in West Asia escalates, CNN reported.

China escalates military threats against Taiwan

Oct 01, 2025

A Taiwan defence expert has warned that China's newest weapon systems, unveiled during last month's military parade in Beijing, are specifically designed to undermine...

Amid rising tensions with China, Taiwan unveils record defence budget

Aug 14, 2020

Taipei [Taiwan], August 14 : As tensions with China escalates, Taiwan has unveiled a budget with a 10 per cent increase in defence spending...