Editorial
🇰🇷 South Korean President Yoon and U.S. President-elect Trump discussed enhancing security ties and addressing shared concerns over North Korea’s involvement in Ukraine and missile
🇨🇳 China extended congratulations to Trump on his election win, calling for a “pragmatic” approach to ease U.S.-China tensions amid looming tariff threats. While state
🇳🇿 New Zealand’s government introduced a bill to reinterpret the Treaty of Waitangi, sparking protests from Maori groups who argue it undermines their rights. The
🇦🇺 Australia’s PM Albanese discussed strengthening security ties with Trump, focusing on AUKUS and regional stability. Foreign Minister Wong affirmed bipartisan U.S. support, while Ambassador
🇺🇸 A military judge ruled that plea deals with 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two accomplices at Guantanamo are valid, despite Defense Secretary Austin’s
🇯🇵 Japan’s PM Ishiba is seeking a swift meeting with U.S. President-elect Trump this month to bolster ties amid concerns over potential trade tensions and
🇱🇧 Hezbollah’s new leader, Sheikh Naim Qassem, asserted that only military action—not diplomacy—would end the conflict with Israel, though he opened a path for indirect
🇺🇸 Trump’s return could shake global oil markets as he tightens Iran sanctions, yet faces hurdles with China’s defiance. Analysts say a clampdown on Iran
🇦🇺 Australia plans to ban social media for children under 16, citing mental health concerns and risks to youth. PM Albanese emphasizes the urgency of
