Indonesia
The Putri Yasmin ferry caught fire off the coast of Bali during a storm, and 106 people were rescued. Another 25 passengers and crew members remain on board, and the rescue operation is ongoing.
Taiwan called the planned exercises by China and Indonesia off its east coast dangerous, accusing Beijing of trying to create the impression of control over the waters. Taipei is demanding an explanation from Indonesia.
A fire in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park affected 550 hectares and was extinguished, but new hotspots were detected across 20 hectares. More than 120 people and helicopters were deployed to fight the fire; the cause is under investigation.
On Sunday, an Indonesian ferry with 271 people on board caught fire near the island of Java. 225 people were rescued, five died, 41 are missing.
The UN International Organization for Migration reports a rise in the recruitment of hundreds of thousands of people to work in online scam centers. Victims are lured by fake job advertisements through social media and then held by force.
A UN report shows that transnational crime in Asia uses AI and new technologies for fraud. Children are exposed to risks through online games and AI-generated sexual images.
The US and Israel are considering two options: a 10-day ceasefire to open the Strait of Hormuz or a joint military campaign. Trump has not yet made a decision but is preparing for escalation.
Five people, including a seven-year-old girl, were found alive after a boat sank near the Selayar Islands. Another 20 passengers are still considered missing.
Next week, important economic data and central bank decisions from the US, China, and Japan are expected. The Fed is in a quiet period ahead of its July 28-29 meeting, while the People's Bank of China will announce its rate decision.
A new monkey species, Colobus congoensis, has been discovered in the DRC, marking the fifth new species of African monkey in 75 years.
A magnitude 6. 7 earthquake struck Sulawesi, damaging buildings and hospitals. There is no tsunami threat, and information regarding casualties is currently unavailable.
Cyclone Senyar on Sumatra has caused the deaths of 58 Tapanuli orangutans. The loss of 7% of the population threatens the complete extinction of the world's rarest great ape species.
Bangkok plans to finalize a free trade agreement with the European Union by the end of the year. This will help the country reduce its dependence on US and Chinese markets.
As a result of a 7. 8 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines, 35 people have died and more than 200 are injured. The disaster caused destruction, landslides and a one-meter tsunami.
A magnitude 7. 8 earthquake in the Philippines has killed 15 people and destroyed buildings. A large-scale tsunami warning has been issued across Asia.
Due to heavy downpours in Laos, the search for two villagers trapped in a flooded cave has been suspended. Five of their companions have already been rescued by international specialists.
Jakarta is developing a regulatory framework for importing Russian oil due to shortages caused by the conflict with Iran. The country is also seeking fuel from US suppliers.
On May 20, Ukraine congratulates bankers and sign language interpreters, while the world celebrates World Bee Day and Traumatologist Day. The Church honors the Martyr Thalalaeus.
The Trump administration did not extend the waiver for purchasing Russian oil amid the war with Iran. This decision was made despite the risks of rising fuel prices.
Near Jakarta, a train slammed into a stationary commuter train. As a result of the accident, 14 people were killed and another 81 passengers were injured.
A high-speed train crashed into a commuter train at a station near Jakarta. The accident killed four people and left 38 others hospitalized.
New restrictions cover 20 banks, 46 shadow fleet vessels, and digital ruble operations. Companies from China and the UAE were sanctioned for assisting the military-industrial complex.
The Pentagon intercepted the vessel Majestic X in the Indian Ocean to disrupt Iran's illicit networks. The conflict has led to a rise in Brent oil prices.
Scientists have discovered a continuous accumulation of magma beneath the Greek volcano Methana. This discovery forces a re-evaluation of the danger level of all dormant volcanoes in the world.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fired on three ships and detained the container ships MSC Francesca and Epaminondas. Oil prices rose amid the escalation.
The Philippines, Korea, and India have resumed purchases of raw materials from Russia due to the energy crisis. The US temporarily lifted restrictions amid rising Brent prices.
France initiated the meeting after the death of three Indonesian servicemen in southern Lebanon. The UN is investigating the circumstances of the explosion and shelling.
Two peacekeepers from Indonesia were killed in Lebanon due to an explosion of unknown origin. Two more soldiers were wounded when their vehicle was destroyed.
The vessel "Nazila 05" sank due to a storm near Taliabu Island. All 27 passengers evacuated in a lifeboat, but their current whereabouts are unknown.
As a result of the Iranian attack, 11 people were killed and 178 were injured. UAE defense forces successfully destroyed 58 aerial targets within one day.