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Huge threat to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s regime after missile barrage
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‘Effectively an invasion’: Korea’s warning
North Korea has angered South Korea today with what has been described as “effectively a territorial invasion”.
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China’s Xi Jinping Claims Third Term as Communist Party Leader
Top leadership dominated by Xi allies and protégés, with no clear successor
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Hu Jintao: The mysterious exit of China's former leader from party congress
Footage of China's former leader, Hu Jintao, being asked to leave the stage at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during the Communist Party Congress is drawing global attention as people try to work out what has just happened.
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North Korea’s Kim oversaw recent ‘tactical nuclear’ drills, state media says
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided recent exercises by nuclear tactical operation units in response to large-scale navy drills by South Korean and U.S. forces, which have escalated regional tensions, KCNA state news agency said on Monday.
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Elon Musk wades into China and Taiwan tensions
Beijing and Taipei have spoken out after Tesla chief executive Elon Musk said Taiwan should become a special administrative zone of China.
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North Korea fires two more missiles, latest in two-week blitz
North Korea fired two ballistic missiles into the sea on Sunday, the South's military said, the latest in a blitz of launches amid tensions over US-led military exercises in the region, Yonhap reported.
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More than 30 killed in shooting at children’s center
The attacker also murdered his own family before committing suicide, Thai police say
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Soccer stadium crush in Indonesia leaves 125 dead as president orders investigation
Victims trampled after police attempted to dispel riots with tear gas
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China’s Xi reemerges after trip abroad quashing unfounded ‘coup’ rumors
Xi on Tuesday visited an exhibition in Beijing showcasing China’s achievements over his decade in power, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
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N. Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US VP Harris visit
South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported on Saturday North Korea may be preparing to test a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), citing the South's military.
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Hong Kong Ends Hotel Quarantine Requirement for Travelers
The move eliminates a major irritant to businesses, as the city tries to defend its status as a key hub
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Biden again says US would defend Taiwan if China attacks
US President Joe Biden has again said the US would defend Taiwan in the event of an attack by China.
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Japan wants missiles that can strike China – media
Tokyo reportedly seeks to deploy upgraded long-range cruise missiles to the southern Nansei Islands
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Jacinda Ardern rocked by scandal as she faces lowest ratings of her leadership
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is confronting crises on multiple fronts as her approval ratings sink to their lowest ever level.
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South Korea wants to talk as North Korea test fires cruise missiles
Just hours after North Korea test-fired two cruise missiles, the South repeated an offer to aid Pyongyang if it gave up a nuclear weapons program. Meanwhile, the US and South Korea prepare for a large military exercise.
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‘Years to rebuild’: Analysts’ ominous prediction for US after Taiwan war simulations
Top military experts have been quietly simulating the war that could break out over Taiwan. The results are grim for everyone involved.
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US Taiwan: Congress team follows Pelosi with second high-level visit in a month
A US congressional delegation has arrived for an unannounced visit to Taiwan, 12 days after a tour of the island by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
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South Korea pardons Samsung boss to 'counter economic crisis'
The heir and de facto leader of the Samsung group received a presidential pardon Friday, continuing South Korea's long tradition of freeing business leaders convicted of corruption on economic grounds.
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China says 'mission accomplished’ around Taiwan
The military has announced the successful completion of assignments around the island, but added that regular patrols will continue
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