Regions – Page 400 – Prologue Journal

At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the ‘Destruction Is Painful’

New York Times Israeli raids pummeled the historic souk in the city of Nabatieh, in southern Lebanon. Residents and shop owners are only beginning to come to terms with the damage. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/07/world/middleeast/israel-hezbollah-lebanon-war.html

For Many Returning Russian Veterans, a Long Road of Recovery Awaits

New York Times A large number of soldiers return as amputees, and many suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Once home, they face stigma and a grueling course of rehabilitation. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/07/world/europe/russia-ukraine-war-veterans.html

Thandiswa Mazwai Is the Voice of South Africa’s First Post-Apartheid Generation

New York Times Thandiswa Mazwai has sung of South Africa’s highs and lows since the country became a multiracial democracy 30 years ago. “My calling is to sing the people’s joy, to sing the people’s sadness.” https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/07/world/africa/thandiswa-mazwai-south-africa-kwaito.html

‘Black with flat noses’: Thailand’s Thaksin under fire for alleged racist jibe at African women

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Former leader says Thai women have ‘natural beauty’ and his Pheu Thai party will promote them to become supermodels. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3293767/black-flat-noses-thailands-thaksin-under-fire-alleged-racist-jibe-african-women?utm_source=rss_feed

UAE in talks with US, Israel about provisional government for post-war Gaza

Jerusalem Post Abu Dhabi is advocating for a reformed PA to govern Gaza, the West Bank, and east Jerusalem under an independent Palestinian state, the sources said. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-836444

South Korean transport minister to resign over Jeju Air crash: ‘I feel heavy responsibility’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Park Sang-woo intends to step down over the Jeju Air crash – South Korea’s worst air disaster – pledging swift enhancements to airport landing safety systems. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3293744/south-korean-transport-minister-resign-over-jeju-air-crash-i-feel-heavy-responsibility?utm_source=rss_feed

Singapore considers law to safeguard racial groups against foreign interference

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. If the bill is passed, organisations would have to disclose foreign and anonymous donations, foreign affiliations and their leadership composition. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3293736/singapore-considers-law-safeguard-racial-groups-against-foreign-interference?utm_source=rss_feed

China’s ‘monster’ coastguard ship tests Philippines’ South China Sea resolve

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Observers interpret the presence of the 165-metre vessel near Scarborough Shoal as a warning to Manila about its military ties with the US. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3293721/chinas-monster-coastguard-ship-tests-philippines-south-china-sea-resolve?utm_source=rss_feed

Malaysia’s Najib scores court victory, Indian-Americans slam Trump: 7 Asia highlights

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. From Russia’s secret war plans to Japan’s mochi problem, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3293729/malaysias-najib-scores-court-victory-indian-americans-slam-trump-7-asia-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed

‘Terrifying encounter’: WFP condemns Israel’s attack on Gaza aid convoy

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The World Food Programme (WFP) has strongly condemned the “horrifying” Israeli attack on its “clearly marked” convoy in the besieged Gaza Strip. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/07/740452/WFP-condemns-Israeli-attack-aid-convoy