Published Mar 6, 2026 07:05 pm President Marcos spoke with United Arab Emirates President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to express solidarity with the Emirati people amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. According to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Marcos conveyed his support to the UAE leadership during the call on Friday, March 6. The … Read more
US forces build up in Middle East ahead of potential strikes against Iran The Journal Trump weighing strike as Iran plans nuclear deal proposal RTE.ie Huge scale of US military build-up increases likelihood of attack on Iran The Irish Times Missed Funerals and Blocked Toilets: Iran Deployment Takes a Toll on U.S. Sailors The Wall Street Journal What Would … Read more
At the same time, the Winter Olympics in Italy have drawn fresh attention to skiing, giving China’s snowy northeast an opening to attract skiers who might otherwise head to destinations like Hokkaido prefecture. Bookings from China to Hokkaido’s capital Sapporo are forecast to plunge 62% in the first two months of 2026 from a year … Read more
Trump expects Iran to seek deal to avoid strikes as US sends arms to Israel and Saudi Arabia The Journal Iran wants to make deal rather than face military action, Trump says BBC Iran wants deal, says Trump as US ships head to region RTE.ie Trump confirms talks with Tehran, is reportedly mulling raids by troops on Iranian … Read more
Good day. Here are the stories of The Manila Times for Saturday, January 31, 2026. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: PH, China resume talks to ease tensions THE Philippines and China resumed their political dialogue on Thursday after … Read more
(UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines and China have resumed their political dialogue after a more than a year-long hiatus, holding talks on the sidelines of an Asean meeting amid heightened tensions in the West Philippine Sea. In separate statements, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Chinese Embassy said Philippine DFA Undersecretary for Policy … Read more
Archyde Dijon Mayoral Race Heats Up: Koenders Leads in Polls, Prioritizes Security DIJON, France – The race for Dijon’s mayoral seat in the March 2026 elections is gaining significant traction, with… You can read the full story here: Socialist Nathalie Koenders advances as favorite against a backdrop of security tensions. Source link
KUALA LUMPUR — ASEAN leaders will break new ground at their two-day summit in Kuala Lumpur that starts on Monday when they hold a trilateral meeting with China and the Gulf Cooperation Council, marking a new phase in the bloc’s diplomacy in the face of escalating U.S. protectionism. “There’s no issue of a power triangle … Read more