Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in North Korea for a summit with Kim Jong-un, marking his first visit to the country since 2000. The meeting aims to deepen their relationship, which has strengthened since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Benjamin Netanyahu dissolves Israel's war cabinet, strengthening his control over the conflict in Gaza and Hezbollah.
The upcoming Iranian presidential election is expected to maintain the regime's priorities of continuity and stability, with the likely winner being Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, a conservative candidate favored by the military and the supreme leader's office.
China's new trespass law in the South China Sea allows detention of foreigners for up to 60 days without trial, escalating tensions with neighboring countries like the Philippines, which has stepped up patrols in response.
Central Asia's mineral wealth attracts global powers; South Korea's "K-Silk Road" aims to tap it.
India's general election results show a surprising dip in support for Narendra Modi's BJP, with some attributing the decline to a rift between the BJP and its parent organization, the RSS.
The proposed hostage deal with Hamas, which Israel hopes will end the conflict, faces opposition from far-right allies of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The "Balloon War" between North and South Korea escalates as both sides use balloons to spread propaganda and trash, heightening tensions and straining relations.
Narendra Modi begins his third term as India's Prime Minister, marking a significant milestone. He has retained key figures from the previous government and included members from various parties in his new cabinet.
Afghanistan remains under strict Taliban rule, marked by severe punishments, suppression of women, and enforced dress codes, despite promises of moderation.
