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Thousands of Chinese boats mass at sea, raising questions
AFP, Published on 13/03/2026
» TAIPEI — Thousands of Chinese fishing boats have been massing in geometric formations in the East China Sea, in coordinated actions that experts believe are part of Beijing's preparations for a potential regional crisis or conflict.
Trump says Iran shouldn't come to World Cup for 'own life and safety'
AFP, Published on 13/03/2026
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump warned Iran's football team on Thursday their "life and safety" would be at risk if they took part in the upcoming World Cup in North America.
North Korea vow no more protests in Women's Asian Cup
AFP, Published on 12/03/2026
» PERTH — North Korea pledged Thursday there will be no more sideline protests during their Women's Asian Cup quarter-final with Australia after causing a stir against China.
China to approve 'ethnic unity' law condemned by rights groups
AFP, Published on 12/03/2026
» BEIJING - China was set to approve Thursday what it called an "ethnic unity" law, which rights advocates warn could further marginalise minority groups like the Uyghurs.
Iran targets fuel facilities, sending oil soaring again
AFP, Published on 12/03/2026
» TEHRAN - Iran launched a new wave of attacks against Gulf energy targets on Thursday, hours after two oil tankers were hit, sending crude prices soaring again despite record reserve releases.
Senegal parliament doubles penalty for same-sex relations
AFP, Published on 12/03/2026
» DAKAR - Senegal's parliament on Wednesday passed legislation doubling the maximum penalty for same-sex relations, making them punishable by up to 10 years in prison amid a crackdown on the country's gay community.
Arctic sea ice among lowest on record: AFP review of US data
AFP, Published on 12/03/2026
» PARIS (FRANCE) - Arctic sea ice is headed for one of its smallest winter peaks on record, an AFP review of US data showed Wednesday, as climate change shrinks the region's frozen cover and heightens geopolitical tensions.
Iran’s new supreme leader injured but ‘safe’
AFP, Published on 11/03/2026
» Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is injured but “safe and sound”, the son of the president said Wednesday, offering the first official explanation for why the 56-year-old has not been seen since his appointment at the weekend.
Poland investigates Epstein trafficking links
AFP, Published on 11/03/2026
» WARSAW - Polish prosecutors said on Wednesday they were investigating human trafficking tied to Jeffrey Epstein that they suspect took place in the country.
Iran women footballers evacuate from safe house in Australia
AFP, Published on 11/03/2026
» SYDNEY - Iranian women footballers claiming asylum in Australia evacuated from their safe house on Wednesday after one team member changed her mind and revealed their location to the Iranian embassy, Canberra said.