Larry Lee
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Myanmar Conflict Spreads to Border Ports, Refugee Crisis Impacts India
Since Oct. 27, the "Three Brotherhood Alliance" of minority military groups in Myanmar, comprising the Arakan Army, the Ta'ang National Liberation Army, and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army, has launched the "1027 Operation" in northern Shan State. This ongoing conflict with the national defense forces has led to the occupation of several towns and military outposts. 
Since Oct. 27, the "Three Brotherhood Alliance" of minority military groups in Myanmar, comprising the Arakan Army, the Ta'ang National Liberation Army, and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army, has launched the "1027 Operation" in northern Shan State. This ongoing conflict with the national defense forces has led to the occupation of several towns and military outposts. -
Japan and South Korea Strengthen Economic and Trade Ties, Biden Welcomes Warming Relations
Following the groundwork laid by the Trilateral Summit at Camp David in August, Japan and South Korea are set to enhance their cooperation, putting aside historical disputes. Before the conclusion of this week's APEC meeting in San Francisco, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol held a bilateral meeting, marking their seventh summit this year. 
Following the groundwork laid by the Trilateral Summit at Camp David in August, Japan and South Korea are set to enhance their cooperation, putting aside historical disputes. Before the conclusion of this week's APEC meeting in San Francisco, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol held a bilateral meeting, marking their seventh summit this year. -
Mysterious Demise of Criticized Putin General and Wife Raises Suspicions
Lieutenant General Vladimir Sviridov, a former high-ranking Russian air force commander, and his wife Tatiana were found dead under enigmatic circumstances at their home in Adzhievsky, Stavropol. This incident has raised suspicions, given Sviridov's past criticisms of President Vladimir Putin's management of Russia's air force. 
Lieutenant General Vladimir Sviridov, a former high-ranking Russian air force commander, and his wife Tatiana were found dead under enigmatic circumstances at their home in Adzhievsky, Stavropol. This incident has raised suspicions, given Sviridov's past criticisms of President Vladimir Putin's management of Russia's air force. -
China and Japan Seek Common Ground in Historic Leader Talks Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have engaged in rare face-to-face talks, emphasizing the pursuit of mutually beneficial relations. Their meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in San Francisco, marks a renewed effort by Asia's two largest economies to address contentious issues and bolster economic ties. 
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have engaged in rare face-to-face talks, emphasizing the pursuit of mutually beneficial relations. Their meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in San Francisco, marks a renewed effort by Asia's two largest economies to address contentious issues and bolster economic ties. -
U.S. Unveils First Global Labor Strategy at APEC Meeting in San Francisco
During an event at the APEC meeting in San Francisco, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken mentioned that President Joe Biden has approved a labor strategy document he spearheaded, drawing attention to the future focus of foreign policy for the world's largest economy. 
During an event at the APEC meeting in San Francisco, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken mentioned that President Joe Biden has approved a labor strategy document he spearheaded, drawing attention to the future focus of foreign policy for the world's largest economy. -
Russia Deploys Avangard Hypersonic Missile, Escalating Global Arms Race
In a move escalating global military tensions, Russia has positioned an intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with the "Avangard" hypersonic glide vehicle into a launch silo, as per a recent broadcast by the Russian defense ministry's TV channel 'Zvezda'. This development follows President Vladimir Putin's 2018 announcement of the Avangard system, a strategic response to advancements in U.S. weapons technology and missile defenses. 
In a move escalating global military tensions, Russia has positioned an intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with the "Avangard" hypersonic glide vehicle into a launch silo, as per a recent broadcast by the Russian defense ministry's TV channel 'Zvezda'. This development follows President Vladimir Putin's 2018 announcement of the Avangard system, a strategic response to advancements in U.S. weapons technology and missile defenses. -
Chinese Authorities Apprehend Key Telecom Fraud Gang Leaders in Myanmar
In a significant operation against transnational crime, Chinese police, under the Ministry of Public Security, have successfully captured three leaders of a notorious telecom fraud group based in northern Myanmar. The apprehended suspects, identified as Ming Guoping, Ming Julan, and Ming Zhenzhen, were part of a criminal enterprise that has long targeted Chinese citizens. 
In a significant operation against transnational crime, Chinese police, under the Ministry of Public Security, have successfully captured three leaders of a notorious telecom fraud group based in northern Myanmar. The apprehended suspects, identified as Ming Guoping, Ming Julan, and Ming Zhenzhen, were part of a criminal enterprise that has long targeted Chinese citizens. -
Thailand Proposes 'Land Bridge' as Alternative to Strait of Malacca at APEC Summit
During the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Summit held in San Francisco, USA, Thailand's proposal of an alternative route to the Strait of Malacca, known as the "Land Bridge" project, garnered attention. 
During the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Summit held in San Francisco, USA, Thailand's proposal of an alternative route to the Strait of Malacca, known as the "Land Bridge" project, garnered attention. -
Tragic Fire in China's Shanxi Claims 26 Lives, Injures 38; Several Officials Detained
The fire, which originated in the workers' bathhouse, resulted in 26 fatalities and 38 injuries, as reported by the Lvliang City Government News Office that afternoon. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. 
The fire, which originated in the workers' bathhouse, resulted in 26 fatalities and 38 injuries, as reported by the Lvliang City Government News Office that afternoon. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. -
Mysterious Deaths Shake Russian Military Establishment: Top Air Defense Commander Found Dead
A series of perplexing deaths within the Russian military establishment has raised eyebrows, with the latest involving retired Lieutenant General Vladimir Sviridov, a former high-ranking air defense commander. Sviridov, 68, who had previously voiced criticism of President Vladimir Putin's handling of Russia's air force, was found dead alongside his wife, Tatyana, in their home in Stavropol Krai. 
A series of perplexing deaths within the Russian military establishment has raised eyebrows, with the latest involving retired Lieutenant General Vladimir Sviridov, a former high-ranking air defense commander. Sviridov, 68, who had previously voiced criticism of President Vladimir Putin's handling of Russia's air force, was found dead alongside his wife, Tatyana, in their home in Stavropol Krai.
