Regions – Page 110 – Prologue Journal

Closer India-China ties: an unintended consequence of Trump’s tariffs threats?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. A shared economic adversary could drive the two Asian giants to strengthen their Brics ties, but the way forward is far from clear. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3295260/closer-india-china-ties-unintended-consequence-trumps-tariffs-threats?utm_source=rss_feed

Israel reserves ‘right’ to resume war: Netanyahu

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The Israeli regime says Tel Aviv reserved the so-called ”right” to resume its already-15-month-long genocidal war against the Gaza Strip. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/18/741173/Israel-resuming-war-Palestinians-Gaza-genocide

Israel and Palestinians Prepare for Long-Sought Truce in Gaza

New York Times Qatar, which mediated the agreement, said the cease-fire deal was set to begin at 8:30 a.m. local time on Sunday. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/middleeast/israel-gaza-ceasefire.html

Israel to release over 1,890 Palestinians in first phase of Gaza truce: Egypt

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Egypt says all the prisoners will be released in exchange for 33 Israeli captives. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/18/741165/Israel-release-over-1,890-Palestinians-first-phase-Gaza-truce-Egypt-fuel-trucks

Trump’s Return Has Unnerved World Leaders. But Not India.

New York Times An upward trajectory in relations is “almost inevitable,” the U.S. ambassador, Eric Garcetti, said in an interview before leaving his post. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/asia/india-eric-garcetti-interview.html

Two Prominent Judges Are Shot Dead Outside Iran’s Supreme Court

New York Times The gunman took his own life after killing two judges and wounding a third in what officials described as a terrorist attack. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/middleeast/iran-judges-killed-supreme-court.html

What We Know About the Hostage Release

New York Times The first phase of the cease-fire deal calls for the release of 33 hostages, including women, children, men over 50 and sick and wounded people. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/middleeast/what-we-know-hostage-release.html

Italian Reporter’s Ordeal in Iranian Prison: ‘I Was Trapped in a Game’

New York Times Cecilia Sala found herself in the middle of Iran’s hostage diplomacy. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/middleeast/cecilia-sala-italy-iran-revolutionary-guards.html

Italian Reporter’s Ordeal in Iranian Prison: ‘I Was Trapped in a Game’

New York Times Cecilia Sala found herself in the middle of Iran’s hostage diplomacy. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/world/middleeast/cecilia-sala-italy-iran-revolutionary-guards.html

Yoon supporters scuffle with police, as South Korean court extends president’s detention

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. 40 protesters were arrested for physically assaulting police, attacking a member of the media or attempting to enter the court building. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3295347/south-korean-court-extends-president-yoons-detention?utm_source=rss_feed