‘Might doesn’t make right’ in interdependent world
The law-of-the-jungle aphorism of “might makes right” seems to be sweeping across the world, laments the writer.
Ukraine
Seoul’s Ukraine support remains humanitarian amid Moscow warning
The official said the government is providing “various forms of support to Ukraine on humanitarian grounds,” while maintaining its position that it does not supply lethal…
Family of Nepali youth killed in Ukraine war seeks repatriation of remains
The youth remained in regular contact with his family during his initial training period, but his last communication was on November 26, 2023.
China calls on UK to lift sanctions on Chinese companies
A Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said in a statement that the UK has repeatedly imposed sanctions on Chinese companies under the pretext of Russia-related issues.
118 Nepalis killed, 132 missing in four years of Russia–Ukraine war
A foreign recruitment drive offering lucrative salaries and fast-track citizenship has drawn hundreds of Nepali youth into conflict.
Russian embassy in Seoul displays ‘Victory will be ours’ banner ahead of Ukraine war anniversary
Seoul officials warned that posting such messages on the embassy building could provoke public sentiment and would not contribute well to bilateral relations, noting that Ukraine…
In calls with US President Trump and Russian counterpart Putin, Chinese President Xi sets stage for US meeting
The calls highlighted China’s parallel engagement with both Russia and the United States amid mounting pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine and the future of nuclear arms…
Indonesia imports Russian oil in December and January, data shows
The imports, tracked by Kpler and Vortexa, came as the prospect of declining demand from India, one of the main buyers of Russian crude, has depressed prices of the…
Filipino’s death in Ukraine fighting for Russia still unconfirmed: Philippine armed forces
Ukraine’s military intelligence agency said Monday that a man identified as John Patrick, whom it described as a Filipino citizen, was killed near the village of Novoselivka in…
Bangladeshi workers lured to Russia for jobs were forced to fight in the war in Ukraine
An Associated Press investigation found that Bangladeshi workers were lured to Russia under the false promise of civilian work, only to be thrust into the chaos of combat in…