Asia - Pacific

Australia has 'done what has been asked to do' on Iran: Premier Albanese

Australia has 'done what has been asked to do' on Iran: Premier Albanese

Canberra's reaction follows Trump saying they 'should get involved' in Iran

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Zelenskyy says US signals possible imminent Russia talks
19.03.2026

Zelenskyy says US signals possible imminent Russia talks

Ukrainian president warns Moscow may enter negotiations from stronger position due to Middle East crisis, frozen $103.8B EU aid to Kyiv

Japanese premier says she has ‘specific proposals to calm down global markets’ amid Mideast tensions
19.03.2026

Japanese premier says she has ‘specific proposals to calm down global markets’ amid Mideast tensions

Trump has shown 'deep trust in Japan,' and 'unwavering commitment to Japan-US Alliance,' says Takaichi ahead of summit with US president

China warns Mideast conflict directly affects global energy, trade, urging end to military operations
19.03.2026

China warns Mideast conflict directly affects global energy, trade, urging end to military operations

'No winners in prolonged conflict,' top Chinese diplomat tells British counterpart over phone, adds ceasefire, end to hostilities mirror common aspiration of int'l community

Russia says another round of war prisoner exchange with Ukraine being prepared
19.03.2026

Russia says another round of war prisoner exchange with Ukraine being prepared

Russian Human Rights Commissioner says Moscow hopes to free civilians captured by Ukraine in Kursk region

Turkmenistan notes importance of joint projects with China to develop Galkynysh gas field
19.03.2026

Turkmenistan notes importance of joint projects with China to develop Galkynysh gas field

Chairman of People's Council meets Chinese president in Beijing during his visit