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German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy'
Jan 29, 2026 - World 
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the European Union can be an “alternative to imperialism and autocracy” and can forge deals with like-minded partners in a world of increasing great power rivalry
Thai Air Force says 2 pilots killed in plane crash during training mission
Jan 29, 2026 - World
Two Thai Air Force pilots have died in a plane crash during a training mission
Iran tries to confront ‘catastrophe’ of violent clampdown on protests
Jan 29, 2026 - World 
Calls for independent external inquiry into brutal crackdown that some estimates suggest killed more than 30,000A deep and painful inquest is under way inside Iran as politicians, academics and the security establishment try to come to terms with what has been described as a catastrophe after the violent protests and their even more violent suppression by the security forces.The shape of the debate taking place in the heavily censored society is emerging, as selective newspapers and Telegram channels slowly open up to international audiences after the protests – which some estimates suggest could have left more than 30,000 dead – that have stunned many Iranians. Continue reading...
ASEAN does not recognize military-ruled Myanmar's elections, top Philippine diplomat says
Jan 29, 2026 - World
The Philippine foreign secretary says the Association of Southeast Asian Nations does not recognize the recently held elections in Myanmar, the first since the army seized power in 2021
Vietnam and the EU upgrade ties as US tariffs reshape global trade
Jan 29, 2026 - World
Vietnam and the European Union have upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, Vietnam’s highest diplomatic level
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