International

Seoul stocks rose sharply on Friday as investors bet on a possible end to the conflict between the United States and Iran. The benchmark KOSPI index climbed more than 4 percent to close above 8,000 again.

June 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Trial judges at the International Criminal Court have lifted restrictions on an individual previously barred from visiting former president Rodrigo Duterte at his detention facility in The Hague. A June 11 decision enabled the change.

An Australian lawyer has been appointed as associate counsel for former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court. Kate Gibson formally accepted the role on May 18 and will work with the defense team led by Peter Haynes in the crimes against humanity case.

May 18, 2026 Reported by AI

The Indonesian government strongly condemned Israeli forces for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Cyprus on Monday. Several Indonesian nationals including journalists were among those detained in the incident.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) released a new map showing areas of the Strait of Hormuz under their naval control. The announcement comes amid tensions with the US, including a missile strike on an American frigate. IRGC spokesperson stated there is no change in overall strait management.

May 02, 2026 Reported by AI

Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected the possibility of a US military intervention in Cuba. He stated that any aggression against the island would also be against Latin America. He emphasized that only Cubans own their country.