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Dialogue, ceasefire ‘only way out,’ China says after Trump delays hitting Iranian energy infrastructure

Dialogue, ceasefire ‘only way out,’ China says after Trump delays hitting Iranian energy infrastructure

Donald Trump has delayed hitting Iranian power plants, energy infrastructure and claimed US was engaged in talks with Iran

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Tonga eases 'dangerous' tsunami warning after 7.6 magnitude earthquake
24.03.2026

Tonga eases 'dangerous' tsunami warning after 7.6 magnitude earthquake

No immediate reports of casualties or major damage as earthquake felt across the South Pacific Island nation

Japan to release state oil stockpiles this week, 2nd time amid Mideast conflict
24.03.2026

Japan to release state oil stockpiles this week, 2nd time amid Mideast conflict

Peace, stability of Middle East extremely important for Japan, international community, says premier

South Korea’s president calls for 'emergency response system' to cope with impacts from oil shortages
24.03.2026

South Korea’s president calls for 'emergency response system' to cope with impacts from oil shortages

Lee Jae Myung also asks for swift passage of extra budget to help industries and vulnerable households hit by soaring energy prices

7 South Korean army generals penalized over 2024 martial law bid challenge punishment
24.03.2026

7 South Korean army generals penalized over 2024 martial law bid challenge punishment

Former commanders of defense intelligence and drone operations among those who filed lawsuits

North Korea's leader says country’s nuclear status 'will never change'
24.03.2026

North Korea's leader says country’s nuclear status 'will never change'

Kim Jong Un also formally recognizes South Korea as the ‘most hostile nation’