Asia
South Korea's military says it detained a North Korean soldier near border
Yonhap News Agency reported the soldier expressed an intention to defect to South Korea, without citing a source.
The Somaliland president’s historic Israel visit - opinion
Heading ‘Down Under’: The Jerusalem Post announces Sydney Summit
Thai king's eldest daughter dies, aged 47, after long illness, Royal Palace says
Pakistan-Afghan border residents consider fleeing as shelling enters seventh day
South Asian allies-turned-foes have engaged in their worst fighting in years following Pakistani airstrikes on major Afghan cities last week.
'Quiet death': At least 80 killed in US strike on Iranian warship, some still missing
The Sri Lankan navy dispatched a rescue mission after a distress call from the Iranian ship, a defense ministry spokesperson said earlier on Wednesday.
As Modi backs Israel in Knesset, 'Post' gets an inside look at India's military surge
INDIA AFFAIRS: While Indian Prime Minister Modi visited Jerusalem, The Jerusalem Post embedded with the Indian Armed Forces across the subcontinent.
WATCH: India stands with Israel firmly, PM Narendra Modi tells Knesset
Israel's opposition boycotts Knesset Speaker Ohana, Netanyahu's speeches, returns for Modi • 'This is a bond of real friendship,' Netanyahu tells Indian PM in private meeting
Modi’s visit to Israel is a strategic turning point for global security - opinion
Why the India-Israel partnership is the strategic insurance both nations need in a volatile global landscape.
From Europe to Asia: Israel’s 'Super-Sparta' vision finds a new ally in India - opinion
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit cements Israel’s shift from European reliance to a strategic, Asia-focused alliance.
South Korea protests Japan’s Takeshima Day event over disputed islands
In a statement, the foreign ministry said it strongly objected to the Takeshima Day event held by Japan's Shimane prefecture and to the attendance of a senior Japanese government official.
India AI Impact Summit 2026: Shaping a human-centric future for AI - opinion
India’s diversity, democracy, and demographic dynamism provide the right atmosphere for inclusive innovation. Solutions that succeed in India can serve humanity everywhere, the writer says.
The old world order is dead: Israel must prepare for what comes next - opinion
As global rivalry intensifies and the post–Cold War order fades, Israel must navigate a dangerous and tricky new era shaped by antisemitism and regional threats.
The self-deceiving political manipulation of Taiwan’s DPP must end - opinion
China reaffirms the one-China principle, highlights cross-strait ties, and stresses the need for peaceful reunification.
