A 42-year-old priest has been ordained as bishop for the Catholic diocese of Chifeng, China, filling a nearly two-decade vacancy. The ordination, presided over by Bishop Paul Meng Qinglu, was conducted under the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association, following a previous bishop's ordination without papal mandate.
Explosions occurred near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus, Syria, during his visit. Macron was safe and continued his meetings with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, highlighting the country's security challenges.
Iran and the US are engaged in rapid diplomatic talks to end the war, but confusion persists over navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and Oman announced a joint mechanism for permits, while the US insists on free transit, with President Trump warning negotiations would end if Iran imposes tolls.
A timeline of significant events in South Korea, including presidential visits, inter-Korean proposals, military incidents, policy shifts on U.S. beef imports, labor union rulings, free trade negotiations, and diplomatic summits concerning North Korea's denuclearization.
China's significant economic presence in Latin America, built over two decades through trade and investment, faces challenges. Donald Trump's return as US president raises questions about whether this economic power can translate into lasting political influence, with Panama's shift potentially signaling a changing regional environment.
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing met Indian PM Narendra Modi to discuss trade, connectivity, and security. The visit, his first abroad since becoming president, is significant for regional engagement with Myanmar's military-backed leadership amid civil war and international criticism.
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing met Indian PM Narendra Modi to discuss trade, connectivity, border security, and defense. This visit, his first abroad since becoming president, is closely watched amid Myanmar's civil war and a criticized election.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that India did not express concerns about Pakistan's reported mediation role in the US-Iran conflict, though India remains worried about terrorist groups operating from Pakistani soil.
