Taiwan defence funding gets House nod
The bill, passed in a 281-140 vote on Wednesday, aims to support Taiwan’s self-defence initiatives amid rising tensions in the region…reports Asian Lite News
Hamas Issues New Hostage Video, Calls for Truce
Darwish said Hamas is open to mediator proposals, provided they prioritise the interests of the Palestinian people and work to ease their suffering…reports Asian
Trump threatens BRICS nations with 100% tariffs
At a summit of Bric nations in October, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the US of “weaponising” the dollar and described it as a
Low expectations from Trump presidency in Africa
Observers say African countries — once described by Trump as “shithole countries” — are definitely not going to be high on his to-do list…reports
Modi Congratulates ‘Friend’ Donald Trump On Victory
Donald Trump declared victory with some US media outlets projecting that he would win 277 Electoral College votes, reports Asian Lite news Prime Minister
B-52 Bombers, Missile Destroyers: Pentagon Orders New Middle East Deployments
The forces will begin to arrive in the region in the coming months to replace the departing USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, reports
India, US sign deal to buy 31 Predator drones
The deal between India and the US was signed in the presence of senior officials, according to defence officials. …reports Asian Lite News India
US says ‘pleased’ with improved aid access into Sudan
Both sides have been accused of war crimes, including deliberately targeting civilians and blocking humanitarian aid…reports Asian Lite News The US envoy to Sudan
Oyo Buys US Hospitality Chain
With the acquisition of G6 Hospitality, parent company of the two budget lodging chains, Oyo will become a major player in the US…reports Asian
US Senator draws flak for extremism claims against Muslim advocate
Rights groups condemned Kennedy’s actions, calling them “reprehensible” and an example of weaponizing racial identity to accuse someone of supporting terrorism….reports Asian Lite News
