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WORLD

Trump weighing strike on Iran as Tehran says draft deal imminent

AFP, Published on 20/02/2026

» US President Donald Trump said he was considering a limited strike on Iran after ordering a major naval buildup in the Middle East aimed at heaping pressure on Tehran to cut a deal to curb its nuclear programme.

WORLD

UK police search property as royals reel from Andrew’s arrest

AFP, Published on 20/02/2026

» SANDRINGHAM, England - Police on Friday were searching the former home of ex-prince Andrew for a second day, as his sensational arrest tipped the British monarchy into a crisis unprecedented in its modern era.

THAILAND

Prachachart Party supports Anutin to be PM

Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/02/2026

» The Prachachart Party officially confirmed backing Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul to be the new prime minister on Friday. However, Prachachart leader Pol Col Tawee Sodsong expected to opt out of the alliance due to his alleged involvement in cases linked to Bhumjaithai.

WORLD

Victorious Takaichi promises 'strong and prosperous' Japan

AFP, Published on 20/02/2026

» TOKYO — Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged Friday to make Japan "strong and prosperous", while hitting out at China and pledging to keep "hitting the growth button" following her party landslide election win.

WORLD

Protect Hong Kongers in Japan, authorities urge Tokyo after tourist attacked

Published on 20/02/2026

» Authorities in Hong Kong have expressed concern to the local Japanese consulate after a resident was struck on the head with a beer bottle in Sapporo and have called on Tokyo to better protect visitors from the city.

WORLD

Russian decision is a betrayal: Ukrainian Paralympics chief

AFP, Published on 20/02/2026

» PARIS — The President of the Ukrainian Paralympic Committee told Agence France-Presse (AFP) he feels the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have betrayed Ukraine by permitting Russian athletes to compete under their own flag at the Milan-Cortina Games.

BUSINESS

China’s drone exports to Russia use a new route through Thailand

Published on 20/02/2026

» On the 30th floor of the Chartered Square building in downtown Bangkok, the low-key office of Skyhub Technologies Ltd serves as a nexus for a burgeoning and contentious trade.

WORLD

North Korea opens key party congress

AFP, Published on 20/02/2026

» SEOUL — North Korea has opened a key party congress, state media said Friday, a once-in-five-years showcase that analysts say will outline a wide range of national priorities, including nuclear objectives.

BUSINESS

Sovereign technology key to national security, say pundits

Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/02/2026

» Thailand must develop its own sovereign technology and innovative infrastructure to ensure long-term national security and economic growth, say tech researchers and a military official.

THAILAND

Tour showcases southern Thai heritage

News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/02/2026

» Diplomats from 45 countries are visiting Surat Thani as part of an official study tour aimed at showcasing the cultural diversity and rich heritage of southern Thailand while strengthening ties between foreign missions and local communities.