Syria Thwarts IS Bomb Plot Targeting Shiite Shrine
Syrian intelligence services thwarted an Islamic State bomb plot targeting a Shiite shrine in Sayyida Zeinab, arresting the perpetrators; this follows the recent regime change and ongoing efforts to reassure religious minorities.
Syria Thwarts IS Bomb Plot Targeting Shiite Shrine
Syrian intelligence services thwarted an Islamic State bomb plot targeting a Shiite shrine in Sayyida Zeinab, arresting the perpetrators; this follows the recent regime change and ongoing efforts to reassure religious minorities.
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44% Bias Score
Japan, Indonesia Deepen Ties Amid China Concerns
Japan and Indonesia pledged deeper economic and defense ties on Saturday, including a $573 million Japanese loan for Indonesian infrastructure and discussions on joint naval ship development, amid concerns about China's assertiveness in the South China Sea and a potential reduction of the U.S. prese...
Japan, Indonesia Deepen Ties Amid China Concerns
Japan and Indonesia pledged deeper economic and defense ties on Saturday, including a $573 million Japanese loan for Indonesian infrastructure and discussions on joint naval ship development, amid concerns about China's assertiveness in the South China Sea and a potential reduction of the U.S. prese...
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48% Bias Score
Herzog's Cyprus Visit Underscores Regional Coordination Amid Syrian Crisis
Following a trilateral summit in Cairo, Israeli President Herzog visited Cyprus, reflecting regional coordination regarding Syria's political transition and the need for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. This highlights concerns about minority rights and potential shifts in regional alliances,...
Herzog's Cyprus Visit Underscores Regional Coordination Amid Syrian Crisis
Following a trilateral summit in Cairo, Israeli President Herzog visited Cyprus, reflecting regional coordination regarding Syria's political transition and the need for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. This highlights concerns about minority rights and potential shifts in regional alliances,...
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36% Bias Score
Iran's Top Security Official Visits Armenia and Azerbaijan, Highlighting Divergent Regional Narratives
Iran's National Security Secretary, Ali Akbar Ahmadian, met with Armenian PM Pashinyan in Yerevan, discussing regional issues and bilateral cooperation, following a Baku visit where he congratulated Azerbaijan on its territorial gains, a detail omitted in Iranian state media.
Iran's Top Security Official Visits Armenia and Azerbaijan, Highlighting Divergent Regional Narratives
Iran's National Security Secretary, Ali Akbar Ahmadian, met with Armenian PM Pashinyan in Yerevan, discussing regional issues and bilateral cooperation, following a Baku visit where he congratulated Azerbaijan on its territorial gains, a detail omitted in Iranian state media.
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36% Bias Score
ASEAN's Non-Aligned Stance Amidst Sino-US Rivalry
ASEAN's non-aligned stance, rooted in the 1971 ZOPFAN Declaration, prioritizes regional peace and cooperation despite the Sino-US rivalry, as demonstrated by successful economic initiatives like the RCEP and various dialogue platforms addressing security concerns.
ASEAN's Non-Aligned Stance Amidst Sino-US Rivalry
ASEAN's non-aligned stance, rooted in the 1971 ZOPFAN Declaration, prioritizes regional peace and cooperation despite the Sino-US rivalry, as demonstrated by successful economic initiatives like the RCEP and various dialogue platforms addressing security concerns.
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56% Bias Score
India, Afghanistan Hold Second High-Level Meeting on Aid and Trade
On Wednesday, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister in the UAE to discuss humanitarian aid, trade through Iran's Chabahar port, and ways to strengthen sports ties, particularly in cricket. This is the second such meeting in two months, reflecting India...
India, Afghanistan Hold Second High-Level Meeting on Aid and Trade
On Wednesday, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister in the UAE to discuss humanitarian aid, trade through Iran's Chabahar port, and ways to strengthen sports ties, particularly in cricket. This is the second such meeting in two months, reflecting India...
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40% Bias Score
Iran Unveils Underground Missile Base, Announces New Missiles Amid Regional Tensions
Iran revealed a new underground missile base, part of which was used in attacks on Israel, and announced development of "new special missiles," amid large-scale military exercises and regional tensions.
Iran Unveils Underground Missile Base, Announces New Missiles Amid Regional Tensions
Iran revealed a new underground missile base, part of which was used in attacks on Israel, and announced development of "new special missiles," amid large-scale military exercises and regional tensions.
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40% Bias Score
Kagame Links M23 Origins to Uganda, Highlights FDLR Issue in DRC Conflict
During a press conference, Rwandan President Paul Kagame stated that M23 rebels fighting in eastern DRC originated mainly from Uganda, not Rwanda, and insisted on the elimination of the FDLR group before peace talks can progress, a position challenged by experts who highlight the failure of past joi...
Kagame Links M23 Origins to Uganda, Highlights FDLR Issue in DRC Conflict
During a press conference, Rwandan President Paul Kagame stated that M23 rebels fighting in eastern DRC originated mainly from Uganda, not Rwanda, and insisted on the elimination of the FDLR group before peace talks can progress, a position challenged by experts who highlight the failure of past joi...
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44% Bias Score
Japan, Malaysia Strengthen Ties Amid China's Growing Influence
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim agreed to strengthen security and economic ties during a summit in Malaysia, upgrading their relationship to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to counter China's growing influence and cooperate on regional issues...
Japan, Malaysia Strengthen Ties Amid China's Growing Influence
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim agreed to strengthen security and economic ties during a summit in Malaysia, upgrading their relationship to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to counter China's growing influence and cooperate on regional issues...
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44% Bias Score
ASEAN's Non-Aligned Stance Amidst Sino-US Rivalry
ASEAN's non-aligned approach, rooted in the 1971 ZOPFAN Declaration, prioritizes regional peace and cooperation despite the Sino-US rivalry; its economic initiatives like RCEP and diplomatic efforts show its centrality but face criticism for inaction on South China Sea disputes.
ASEAN's Non-Aligned Stance Amidst Sino-US Rivalry
ASEAN's non-aligned approach, rooted in the 1971 ZOPFAN Declaration, prioritizes regional peace and cooperation despite the Sino-US rivalry; its economic initiatives like RCEP and diplomatic efforts show its centrality but face criticism for inaction on South China Sea disputes.
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52% Bias Score
Turkey and Azerbaijan Reaffirm Alliance Amidst Iran's Cautious Support for Zangezur Corridor
Turkish President Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Aliyev held a phone call on January 8, reaffirming their close ties and support for the Zangezur corridor project, while Iran expressed support for transport corridor development but also stated its red lines concerning border changes, sending its ...
Turkey and Azerbaijan Reaffirm Alliance Amidst Iran's Cautious Support for Zangezur Corridor
Turkish President Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Aliyev held a phone call on January 8, reaffirming their close ties and support for the Zangezur corridor project, while Iran expressed support for transport corridor development but also stated its red lines concerning border changes, sending its ...
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48% Bias Score
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
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40% Bias Score