How did so many Thai farmers end up held hostage by Hamas?
The 31 Thais taken by the militant group were among tens of thousands of Thai workers in Israel.
Conflict/War
Nearly 80 Rohingya refugees disembark for relocation in Indonesia’s Aceh
Authorities initially blocked the refugees from disembarking to prevent them from escaping and because some local residents opposed their presence in town, according to local…
Family conducts symbolic cremation for Nepali soldier killed in Russian army
Binod Bahadur Sunuwar, 36, was reportedly killed in combat in the Bakhmut region of Ukraine.
Indonesia’s active role in Gaza: The Jakarta Post
As an emerging middle power, Indonesia has the credentials and the track record as a peacemaker. Now under President Prabowo, we have a leader who will not shy away from taking on…
Why US President Trump’s proposal on Palestinian displacement from Gaza rings alarm bells
Mr. Trump's suggestion to Egypt, Jordan to take in more Gaza residents heightens fears among Palestinians of being forcibly displaced in yet another "Nakba."
Palestinian envoy to Japan seeks more Gaza progress
While acknowledging that the ceasefire “gives a sense of relief,” he said that in order for an agreement to proceed beyond a ceasefire, it is necessary to ensure the “end of…
A fleeting peace
The ceasefire, along with provisions to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, has provided some relief to the hapless population. But a temporary peace and opening of the food supply…
Indonesia calls on UNSC to work toward lasting peace in Gaza
Indonesia fully supported the call from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for a sustained humanitarian relief during the ceasefire and the reconstruction of the war-torn…
Thailand’s People’s Party pushes government to secure release of Thai hostages in Gaza
The party said that though the two sides have agreed to a ceasefire, not a single Thai national has been included in the list of 33 hostages set to be released.
Myanmar military, minority armed group inked ceasefire deal, says China
The Myanmar military and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) held talks in China’s southwestern city of Kunming where they thanked Beijing for its efforts to…