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Pakistan vows retaliation to avenge the deaths caused by India's air strikes, while India conducts nationwide civil defense drills. The Houthis in Yemen say they've launched fresh drone attacks against Israel. Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during his state visit in Moscow.

India strikes Pakistan-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan shoots down Indian fighter jets in a major escalation between the two neighbors. The Israeli military carries out an airstrike on Yemen's main aviation hub in Sanaa, following a Houthi attack near an airport in central Israel. New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz presides over his first cabinet meeting after taking office.

The Israeli military is mulling a powerful operation in Gaza after the cabinet approved plans to seize the territory. Shares of US media and entertainment companies slide after President Donald Trump proposed a 100-percent tariff on films made overseas. China and the EU mark 50 years of diplomatic relations, seeking to engage with each other more actively.

Israel vows a forceful response after a Houthi missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, marking a dangerous escalation in the regional conflict. Japan slams new U.S. auto tariffs as "extremely regrettable," warning of serious fallout for its car industry and economy. Pakistan rushes food aid to border areas amid fears of Indian retaliation over a deadly attack in a tourist hotspot.

U.S. President Donald Trump removes national security advisor Mike Waltz who has been facing criticism since the Signal group chat leak. Ukraine's president hails the minerals deal with the U.S. as an equal and fair agreement. Colombian President Gustavo Petro calls on millions to mobilize for a proposed labor reform.

Ukraine and the U.S. finally sign a minerals deal to share profits from the future sales of Ukraine's mineral reserves. The U.S. quarterly GDP shrinks to its lowest rate in three years amid concerns about sweeping tariffs. South Korea's Supreme Court overturns the presidential front-runner's not-guilty verdict in his election law violation case.

U.S. President Donald Trump marks the 100th day of his second term in office, boasting what he calls a series of "major economic wins." China's Shenzhou-19 crew returns home after a six-month mission on the Tiangong Space Station. Foreign ministers of the BRICS nations unite against trade protectionism as they wrap up a meeting in Brazil.

Mark Carney's Liberal Party is projected to win Canada's election and form the next government. U.S. President Donald Trump faces a growing backlash over his policies. Top diplomats from BRICS countries meet in Rio, with the Chinese foreign minister stressing multilateralism as the cornerstone of the international order.

Iran declares Monday a day of national mourning for the victims of the weekend port explosion and fire. Security forces from India and Pakistan exchange fire along the border following last week's attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir. Campaigning ahead of the federal election, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies have betrayed Canada.

Pakistan is set to adopt countermeasures against India's move following the killing of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir. The IMF predicts that economic growth in the Asia-Pacific will slow to 3.9 percent in 2025. The Shenzhou-20 astronauts enter China's space station.

The EU announces fines of nearly 800 million U.S. dollars against American tech giants Apple and Meta for violating digital competition laws. India announces measures to downgrade ties with Pakistan following an attack on tourists. China's ambassador to the UN calls for equality, justice and unity at a Security Council meeting.

The IMF slashes its global growth forecast to 2.8 percent in 2025. China prepares to launch a new crewed mission to the country's space station. Somalia continues to face challenges including the expansion of the Al-Shabaab militant group.

Russia and Ukraine resume attacks after a 30-hour Easter truce. The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank focus their spring meetings in Washington on tariffs. Egypt inaugurates the headquarters of the African Space Agency.

Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol appears in court for the second hearing of his criminal trial. China and Indonesia discuss bilateral ties, political security and defense cooperation at their first "2+2" dialogue. Egg smuggling is on the rise along the U.S.-Mexico border amid a bird flu outbreak and global tariffs.

Chinese President Xi Jinping wraps up a three-nation tour of Southeast Asia. U.S. President Donald Trump says there will be a trade deal with Europe. The European Central Bank cuts interest rates for the seventh time since June last year.

In this special edition, we focus on Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Cambodia and explore the implications and significance of his three-nation tour in Southeast Asia for strengthening regional relations.

In this special edition, we look at Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Malaysia, and explore its implications and significance for both nations and beyond.

In this special edition, we look at Chinese President Xi Jinping's two-day state visit to Vietnam, exploring its implications and significance for both nations and beyond.

Chinese President Xi Jinping pays a state visit to Vietnam. Data shows China's foreign trade started steadily in the first quarter. An Israeli airstrike hits the last fully functional hospital in Gaza City.

China hikes tariffs on U.S. goods to match Washington's latest levy, after the White House confirmed that tariffs on Chinese goods now total 145%. Economic ministers from ASEAN members gather in Kuala Lumpur to strengthen economic ties. Gabon will hold the first presidential election since a military coup in 2023.

The U.S. increases levies on Chinese goods while announcing a 90-day pause of its tariffs for other countries. Germany's Union bloc and SPD agree to form a coalition government. Relatives mourn the victims of a fatal nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic.

Lee Jae-myung resigns as the leader of South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party as the country prepares for a snap presidential election. China releases a white paper outlining its stance on economic and trade issues with the United States. Residents in Khartoum return home after the Sudanese armed forces retook the country's capital.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry says the country will take "necessary measures" against the latest U.S. tariff threats. Multiple UN agencies call for an urgent renewal of the ceasefire in Gaza. South Korea’s government approves June 3rd as the date for a snap presidential election following the removal of impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Protesters launch a ”Hands Off” campaign across the U.S. amid the economic turmoil and widespread job cuts. The Israeli military changes its initial account of the killing of aid workers near Rafah in March. Rain-triggered floods kill dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

South Korea's Constitutional Court votes unanimously to remove impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol from office. U.S. stocks plummet in response to Donald Trump's announcement of global tariffs. Hungary announces plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court.