[2026-03-25 17:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: North Korean leader thanks Putin, vows to ‘always be with Moscow’

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702580

[2026-03-25 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: Why UK bonds bore the brunt of the Iran sell-off

Snippet: This report is from this week's CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter, which brings you expert insights on the most critical business stories in Britain. You can subscribe here.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/uk-exchange-nesletter-gilts-bonds-iran-war-inflation.html

[2026-03-25 17:28 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Industry bailouts defended as Iran war smashes markets

Snippet: March 25, 2026 17:28 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/industry-bailouts-defended-as-iran-war-smashes-markets/

[2026-03-25 17:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran says 243 students and teachers killed as nearly 500 schools targeted

Snippet: At least 243 students and teachers have been killed in Iran since the start of the war on 28 February, an official from the country’s Education Ministry said. The figures come amid growing concern over the impact of the conflict on civilians and public infrastructure.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-says-243-students-and-teachers-killed-nearly-500-schools-targeted

[2026-03-25 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Morning recap

Snippet: Tensions remain high across the Middle East as Israeli and Iranian military strikes intensify, while US President Donald Trump sends mixed signals on diplomacy and Iran’s leadership continues to deny any negotiations.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/morning-recap-136

[2026-03-25 17:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: KF-21 will drive Seoul's defense ambitions, carry peace beyond borders, says Lee

Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702528

[2026-03-25 17:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: War puts the Gulf’s once‑packed conference calendar on hold

Snippet: Before the Middle East war, the Gulf had positioned itself to become one of the world's busiest hubs for conferences, exhibitions, and high‑level events.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/war-puts-the-gulfs-oncepacked-conference-calendar-on-hold.html

[2026-03-25 17:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European markets set for higher open as U.S. seeks end to Iran conflict

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday as the U.S. showed further signs of efforts to de-escalate the war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/europan-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-cac-iran-news-oil-prices.html

[2026-03-25 17:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: SK hynix eyes US listing to close AI-era valuation gap

Snippet: Chip giant eyes valuation rerating, builds W100tr war chest for AI push

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702516

[2026-03-25 17:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: How the Iran war is changing the way countries think about renewables

Snippet: The fallout from the Iran war is likely to expedite the shift away from fossil fuels and make countries think differently about the role renewables can play in shoring up energy security, analysts told CNBC.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/iran-war-renewables-solar-wind-oil-gas-energy-strait-of-hormuz.html

[2026-03-25 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Islamic Republic has not crushed the Iranian people’s resolve. This war will not do so either | Azar Nafisi

Snippet: Life and freedom are integral to the Iranian spirit. Even amid these dark days, I have hope that the conflict could liberate my people

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/25/iran-war-us-israel-islamic-republic-liberate

[2026-03-25 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River

Snippet: Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River Live Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River Meanwhile, Iran dismisses Trump's talk of negotiations as 'fake news' Key Points Iran to allow 'non-hostile' ships through Hormuz, excludes US-linked vessels Shell CEO says fuel shortages may reach Europe next month World facing biggest disruption to energy supplies in history, Canadian minister says Live Updates

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live/iran-war-live-israel-says-it-will-control-bridges-and-area-south-lebanons-litani-river

[2026-03-25 16:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: FM Cho heads to G7 meeting as Seoul navigates Hormuz pressure

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702467

[2026-03-25 16:23 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer goods factories cut output as Iran war sends costs soaring

Snippet: Some Chinese producers are already feeling ‘intense’ strain as the conflict sends energy, logistics and raw material costs soaring

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347808/chinas-consumer-goods-factories-cut-output-iran-war-sends-costs-soaring

[2026-03-25 16:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Russia fires nearly 400 drones at Ukraine with signs its spring offensive has begun

Snippet: Topic:Unrest, Conflict and War

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/russia-fires-nearly-400-drones-ukraine-spring-offensive/106495618

[2026-03-25 16:17 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: New Navy chief pledges stronger, high tech naval power

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702455

[2026-03-25 16:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt - DailyNews

Snippet: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has declared a national energy emergency in response to the US-Israel war on Iran ⁠and what he called the “imminent danger” posed to the country’s energy supply.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/breaking-news/972536/philippine-president-declares-energy-emergency-as-impact-of-iran-war-felt/

[2026-03-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Muslims in Indian-controlled Kashmir collect gold, money and livestock for Iran

Snippet: A boy donates his toy scooter during a relief drive for Iran in Budgam, Indian-controlled Kashmir, Monday, March 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Mukhtar Khan)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/photo-gallery/kashmir-iran-us-israel-war-donations-photos-0191c08ddf59cdb57cc23dbbece85996

[2026-03-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Israel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: No Israel prosecutions for killing Palestinian civilians in occupied West Bank since start of decade

Snippet: Dozens of former Israeli military, police and spy chiefs describe situation as ‘organised Jewish terrorism’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/25/no-israel-prosecutions-for-killing-palestinian-civilians-in-occupied-west-bank-since-start-of-decade

[2026-03-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Israel’s military to occupy swathe of southern Lebanon amid widening war

Snippet: Israel plans to hold south Lebanon up to the Litani River, but Hezbollah vows to resist occupation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3347801/israels-military-occupy-swathe-southern-lebanon-amid-widening-war

[2026-03-25 15:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Shorter showers, no street lights: How Asia is responding to the energy crisis

Snippet: Limits on private-sector vehicle petrol use in South Korea remain voluntary but could be reviewed, its government says. (AFP: Jung Yeon-je)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/asia-response-to-fuel-shortages-in-middle-east-war/106494482

[2026-03-25 15:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: US stocks give back some of the rally sparked by Trump's talk of negotiations with Iran

Snippet: NEW YORK — US stock indexes slipped Tuesday and gave back some of their rallies from the day before, while oil prices got back to rising as uncertainty continues about how long the war with Iran will last.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/business/foreign-business/us-stocks-give-back-some-of-the-rally-sparked-by-trumps-talk-of-negotiations-with-iran/2307035

[2026-03-25 15:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iranian missile attacks intensify over Israel after brief lull

Snippet: Missile attacks from Iran resumed over Israel after a brief lull, with air raid alerts sounding across central areas, including Tel Aviv, Al Jazeera reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iranian-missile-attacks-intensify-over-israel-after-brief-lull

[2026-03-25 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran

Snippet: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Trump administration offered a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran, a person briefed on the contours of the proposal said late Tuesday, even as the US military prepared to send at least 1,000 more troops to supplement some 50,000 troops already in the Mideast.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/world/americas-emea/trump-administration-offers-15-point-ceasefire-plan-to-iran/2307021

[2026-03-25 15:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: Iranian military mocks Trump's claim of US-Iran negotiations

Snippet: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian military spokesperson mocked U.S. attempts at a ceasefire deal Wednesday, raising questions about whether a 15-point plan proposed by Washington has a chance to succeed.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-25-2026-be07c54139bcc70672bb33f0773ede6a

[2026-03-25 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: OG Anunoby crunch-time defense pays dividends in Knicks’ victory over Pelicans

Snippet: His offensive prowess easily stood out on the box score. But what was more impressive to the crowd at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night was OG Anunoby’s late-game defense.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/sports/og-anunoby-defense-pays-dividends-in-knicks-victory-over-pelicans/

[2026-03-25 15:17 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Middle East crisis live: Iran launches strikes on US bases in Gulf; oil prices drop after Trump ‘peace plan’ report

Snippet: Iran Guards said they fired missiles at Israel and US forces in bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain; crude oil prices fall sharply in early trading

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/25/middle-east-crisis-live-iran-war-oil-prices-more-us-troops-reportedly-deployed-donald-trump-attacks-on-lebanon

[2026-03-25 15:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: At least 1,000 US troops from 82nd Airborne set to deploy to Mideast, AP sources say

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. military is preparing to deploy at least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East in the coming days, according to three people with knowledge of the plans.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/world/americas-emea/at-least-1000-us-troops-from-82nd-airborne-set-to-deploy-to-mideast-ap-sources-say/2307018

[2026-03-25 15:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Conservatives gather for CPAC with the right divided over Iran war

Snippet: President Donald Trump arrives on Air Force One, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., after attending the casualty return at Dover Air Force Base, Del., for the six crew members of an Air Force refueling aircraft who died when their plane crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations against Iran.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-cpac-republicans-iran-war-bannon-387082bac70bc17ce56a37fcbd5b056a

[2026-03-25 14:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran live updates: Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to Tehran

Snippet: Oil prices fell more than 5% and Asian shares gained on Wednesday over possibilities of a deescalation of the Iran war and negotiations between the United States and Iran.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-25-2026

[2026-03-25 14:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IRGC says new strikes mark 'beginning of targeting' Israeli forces in Gaza

Snippet: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it launched a new wave of attacks under Operation “True Promise 4” targeting Israeli military sites, adding that it marked “the beginning of targeting gathering places of Zionist forces in northern Palestine and Gaza".

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irgc-says-new-strikes-mark-beginning-targeting-israeli-forces-gaza

[2026-03-25 14:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine in largest attack over 24-hour period - DailyNews

Snippet: Russia has launched the largest aerial attack on Ukraine over a 24-hour period since the war began, hitting cities across the country with 948 drones.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/breaking-news/972506/russia-launches-948-drones-at-ukraine-in-largest-attack-over-24-hour-period/

[2026-03-25 14:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Oil falls and Asian shares gain over possible Iran war de-escalation

Snippet: Michael Capolino works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Thursday, March 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-iran-oil-826e691e2fd93a63ac8ec8ed98924a17

[2026-03-25 13:48 UTC+10:00] [South Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: How Pakistan became the Iran war’s indispensable mediator

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/how-pakistan-became-the-iran-wars-indispensable-mediator/

[2026-03-25 13:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Czech 'arks' help preserve Ukraine's cultural heritage

Snippet: PRAGUE (AFP) -- The National Museum in Prague on Tuesday unveiled a van containing a 3D scanning device that will soon travel to war-ravaged Ukraine to help preserve its cultural artifacts.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702363

[2026-03-25 13:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BOJ debated need for more rate hikes, weak yen impact on prices

Snippet: TOKYO (Reuters) -- Many Bank of Japan policymakers saw the need to keep raising interest rates, with some calling for timely action on mounting inflationary pressures, minutes of their January meeting showed, highlighting their hawkish bias even before the Iran war boosted ‌oil prices.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702284

[2026-03-25 13:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Washington's proposal to Iran outlines nuclear rollback, US media says

Snippet: US media outlets, citing unnamed officials, reported that Washington has sent a 15-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the war.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/washintons-proposal-iran-outlines-nuclear-rollback-us-media-says

[2026-03-25 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Air strike hits Tehran as missile intercepted in central Israel

Snippet: Iranian media reported that an airstrike carried out by the “American Zionist enemy” hit a residential area in Tehran, with rescue teams searching for survivors in the rubble.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/air-strike-hits-tehran-missile-intercepted-central-israel

[2026-03-25 13:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: LIG Nex1 joins hands with Palantir on AI defense

Snippet: South Korean defense contractor LIG Nex1 said Wednesday it has partnered with Palantir Technologies to develop integrated defense solutions for the United Arab Emirates, deepening its push into artificial intelligence-driven military systems.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702252

[2026-03-25 13:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Iran war starts to hit global economy, business surveys show

Snippet: WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The Iran war is already taking a toll on major economies around the world, according to business surveys on ‌Tuesday which showed how a surge in energy prices and rising uncertainty were dampening activity and pushing inflation expectations higher.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702236

[2026-03-25 13:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Kuwait responding to missile and drone attacks, military says

Snippet: Kuwait’s military said it is responding to missile and drone attacks and urged the public to follow safety instructions.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/kuwait-responding-missile-and-drone-attacks-military-says

[2026-03-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Kuomintang] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can Taiwan fulfil its Asia-Pacific drone hub goal with a ‘non-red’ supply chain push?

Snippet: Plan is to invest US$1.38 billion between 2025 and 2030 for uncrewed systems industry, but questions linger over scale, politics and timing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3347745/can-taiwan-fulfil-its-asia-pacific-drone-hub-goal-non-red-supply-chain-push

[2026-03-25 12:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt

Snippet: Philippines declares national emergency as fuel supplies dwindle

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/philippine-president-declares-energy-emergency-as-impact-of-iran-war-felt

[2026-03-25 12:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korean sub to make trans-Pacific journey for joint drills with Canada amid major bid

Snippet: A 3,000-ton South Korean naval submarine will travel across the Pacific for the first time to take part in joint drills with Canada in June, aimed at bolstering maritime security and arms industry cooperation, the Navy said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702138

[2026-03-25 12:06 UTC+10:00] [Trump administration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump news art a glance: president claims victory in Iran war as US prepares to deploy more troops

Snippet: President continues to tout ‘very good’ talks with Iran, which Iranian officials continue to deny – key US politics stories from 24 March 2026 at a glance

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/24/trump-news-at-a-glance-iran-war

[2026-03-25 12:06 UTC+10:00] [Moldova] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ukraine war briefing: Moldova declares emergency after Russian attack cuts key power line

Snippet: President urges people to reduce consumption after power line passing through Ukraine damaged by drones; Moscow spring offensive steps up. What we know on day 1,491

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/25/ukraine-war-briefing-moldova-declares-emergency-after-russian-attack-cuts-key-power-line

[2026-03-25 12:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Tony DeAngelo exits with injury as Islanders’ defense takes another hit

Snippet: Tony DeAngelo pulled up while backchecking in the first period and missed the rest of the Islanders’ match against Chicago on Tuesday night.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/24/sports/tony-deangelo-exits-with-injury-as-islanders-defense-takes-another-hit/

[2026-03-25 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Missile debris lands south of Amman, no injuries reported

Snippet: Jordanian authorities said shrapnel fell in a sparsely populated area south of the capital, Amman, prompting a response from security services. Officials said there were no injuries or significant damage from the incident.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/missile-debris-lands-south-amman-no-injuries-reported

[2026-03-25 11:52 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Inflation was easing before start of war in Iran, but everything has already changed

Snippet: Inflation was starting to stabilise before the outbreak of the war in Iran, with new figures showing prices barely budging through February.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/inflation-was-easing-before-start-of-war-in-iran-but-everything-has-already-changed-20260325-p5wvdw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 11:50 UTC+10:00] [World / Europe] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘In broad daylight’: Russia’s surprise new tactic in Ukraine war

Snippet: Lviv/Kyiv: A rare Russian daytime drone attack on Ukraine killed three people, wounded several dozen and set a building in the historic centre of the western city of Lviv aflame, officials said, following an overnight bombardment that killed five.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/europe/in-broad-daylight-russia-s-surprise-new-tactic-in-ukraine-war-20260325-p5x2x2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed