Diplomacy

Iran offers to mediate between its Houthi allies and Saudi Arabia

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke to his Saudi counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan, during a telephone call on Oct 11.

‘City upon a hill’: Why Taiwan’s President quoted the Bible in his national day speech

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te gestures while delivering a speech during National Day celebrations in front of the presidential office in Taipei on Oct 10.

Exasperation and resignation in Greece over allegations against US ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle

US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle previously made comments that seemed to insinuate that the United States could replace the Greek government.

Philippines’ position towards China consistent with fellow ASEAN nations: Marcos

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr at the Hilton Orchard hotel on Oct 8, during an interview with The Straits Times.

Philippine President Marcos looks to Singapore to build on ASEAN digital pact amid US-China rivalry

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr speaking with The Straits Times PhilippineS Correspondent Mara Cepeda at the Hilton Orchard hotel on Oct 8.

Britain removes East Jerusalem consulate signage as Israeli shutdown deadline expires

The British consulate in East Jerusalem seen on Sept 9 (left), and with signage removed on Oct 8.

PM Wong congratulates new Lao PM, invites him to visit Singapore

Lao Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith was named to the post by Laos’ National Assembly on Oct 5, with all 158 members present backing his appointment.

News analysis

Why Japan’s PM quoted an ancient Chinese proverb to launch her ambitious policy vision

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivers a policy speech at the start of a 69-day parliamentary session at the National Diet in Tokyo on Oct 5.

News analysis

Pacific islands get their climate moment with pre-COP meeting, but the guest list is thin

An aerial view of Funafuti, Tuvalu’s most populous island.

Iran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan

The US has imposed an economic blockade on Iran to put pressure on Tehran to stop Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

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