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Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgrade
Indonesia says vessel will be used to aid disaster relief across the archipelago.
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South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment
South Korean president will facilitate US-North Korea talks but will not deploy troops in US war on Iran.
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UN mission alleges crimes against humanity in Iranian protest crackdown
A UN fact-finding mission has concluded Iranian forces committed crimes against humanity.
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Russia’s parliamentary election: Who’s on the ballot, and why it matters
United Russia won more than two-thirds of the Duma’s seats in the 2021 election and is poised to dominate the…
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Oman oil escape route: How ship-to-ship transfers work — despite big risks
Oman’s Sohar port is becoming a popular spot for ship-to-ship oil transfers amid continued Hormuz blockade.
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Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects
Officials blame disease outbreak for deaths as survivor suggests they suffocated.
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In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices
Families in Sanaa brace for higher food and transport costs after first fuel price increase in four years.
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‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions
New sanctions highlight Israel’s isolation, yet analysts say they won’t sway voters before October’s elections.
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Alki Statue of Liberty needs a new ‘coat’ – can you chip in?
(WSB photo) One week ago, we visited the Alki Statue of Liberty to ponder those who gathered by the statue…
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