Saudi Arabia: Injured officer who foiled suicide attempt at Islam’s holiest site identified, now recovering
Saudi authorities have identified the security officer injured while stopping a suicide attempt at Islam’s holiest site in Makkah. Haram security officer Rayan bin Saeed Al-Asiri is recovering in hospital…
Border clashes: Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire; second this year
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, ending weeks of deadly border clashes. The joint statement, effective December 27, 2025, covers all weapon types and targets. This agreement…
‘Will pay the price’: China sanctions 20 US firms over $10 bn arms sale to Taiwan; freezes all assets
China has imposed sweeping sanctions on 20 US defense firms and 10 executives, freezing assets and banning business dealings. This retaliatory move follows Washington's approval of over $10 billion in…