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A plane with five people onboard has lost contact while flying off the coast of Karachi, Pakistan, raising concerns about the safety of those onboard.

Vice President Sara Duterte is facing impeachment, a trial that may influence the future of the Philippines' political landscape and public confidence in democracy.

China's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test has drawn condemnation from US allies in the Pacific, highlighting the country's efforts to showcase its military capabilities.

Japanese and Chinese coast guard vessels confronted each other near the disputed Senkaku island chain, with both sides asserting they expelled the other.

A landslide in Kerala's Wayanad district has resulted in fatalities and injuries, with many individuals reported trapped under debris.

China is currently experiencing severe weather conditions, including tornadoes and thunderstorms, leading to numerous casualties and widespread evacuations.

India is set to supply BrahMos missiles to Indonesia following a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta.

Laos is gearing up to host a review conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions amid ongoing challenges posed by unexploded ordnance from past conflicts.

India and Europe are exploring ways to establish a clean energy supply chain that reduces dependence on China, which currently dominates solar energy production.

China has conducted a test launch of a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific, raising concerns among regional nations.

Heavy monsoon rains in Mumbai have led to building collapses and significant transport disruptions, resulting in fatalities and ongoing concerns about further rainfall.

The Chinese Tianwen-2 space probe has successfully arrived at an asteroid to begin its sampling mission, marking a significant milestone in China's space exploration efforts.

China has conducted a long-range missile test in the South Pacific, raising concerns from Australia about regional stability.

The Ocean of Peace Alliance says the nations will ‘act to meet the common danger’ in the event either country is attackedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia and Fiji have signed a major new defence alliance, further advancing the federal government’s strategy to limit China’s influence across the Pacific region.In a surprise move, the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, and his Fijian counterpart, Sitiveni Rabuk... PoliticsAustraliaAustralia, Fiji sign defense alliance pact to counter ChinaMahima Kapoor with AFP, Reuters07/06/2026July 6, 2026Fiji, which had grown closer to Beijing under its former leadership, will now consult Canberra on security developments.https://p.dw.com/p/5GcJjAustralia's agreement with Fiji adds to its defense pacts with the United States, New Zealand, and Papua New GuineaImage: Mick Tsikas/REUTERSAdvertisementAustralia signed a new economic and defense alliance with Fiji on Monday,...

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South Korea plans to channel windfall tax revenue from its booming semiconductor industry into a new future fund.

China has released a pastor from a prominent underground church after intervention from US President Donald Trump, marking a potential shift in the country's approach to religious freedom.

The Indian government has officially designated 23 individuals based in Pakistan as 'terrorists' under its anti-terror law.

A team of Indian delegates has departed for Iran to participate in the state funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The UN nuclear watchdog has indicated that inspections of Iran's nuclear program could be feasible, but the extent of access remains uncertain.

CatastrophePakistanPakistan: Bus falls into ravine, killing at least 40Shakeel Sobhan07/03/2026July 3, 2026Authorities say the overcrowded bus was likely speeding when it veered off a mountain road in Balochistan.https://p.dw.com/p/5GVCSThe bus was carrying 48 passengers, including passengers who transferred from another bus that had broken downImage: Zain Ullah/AP Photo/picture allianceAdvertisementAt least 40 people were killed and eight others injured after a passenger bus plunged into a deep... An overcrowded passenger bus has plunged from a highway into a rocky ravine in southwestern Pakistan, killing 40 people and injuring eight others

A man has died after setting himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in New York, identified by activists as a Tibetan activist.

Iran is preparing for a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which officials claim will showcase the country's strength domestically and internationally.

The European Union has concluded a customs exemption for low-value imports from China as part of ongoing trade discussions with Beijing.