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Hormuz traffic remains in single digits

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels, well below its 10-day average, while Bab el-Mandeb traffic remained comparatively stable, reports Asian Lite News Desk Shipping traffic through the Strait

September 10, 2026

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Israel orders closure of British consulate in Jerusalem

Israel orders Britain’s East Jerusalem consulate to close after London joins France and Canada in imposing tougher sanctions over Israeli settlement expansion, reports Asian Lite News Desk Israel has ordered the closure

September 9, 2026

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Britain toughens stance on Israel

UK announces ban on goods from illegal settlements, sanctions firms facilitating expansion and restrictions on settlement advertising as Britain joins France and Canada in a tougher international response … writes Kaliph Anaz

September 9, 2026

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US rules out UK-style settler ban

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington had been informed about the UK move in advance, but made clear the Trump administration did not intend to adopt the same approach, reports

September 9, 2026

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Why Britain is targeting Israeli settlements?

Britain’s planned crackdown on Israeli settlements goes beyond banning goods, with proposed sanctions potentially reaching the banks, insurers and companies that help finance expansion in the occupied West Bank, reports Asian Lite

September 9, 2026

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Houthi attacks injure 73 in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia says Houthi attacks injured 73 people and struck civilian, economic and energy infrastructure, prompting warnings of stronger measures against the group, reports Asian Lite News Desk At least 73 people,

September 8, 2026

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Gulf cannot rely on US alone, warns Qatar

Qatar says Gulf states must strengthen their own defences as the Iran conflict exposes risks of relying too heavily on US military protection, reports Asian Lite News Desk Gulf Arab states should

September 7, 2026

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Inside Pakistan’s new power structure

Pakistan’s military is gaining deeper constitutional, political and economic influence under Asim Munir, raising fresh questions over civilian authority, dissent and democratic institutions, reports Asian Lite News Desk Pakistani Army chief Field

September 5, 2026

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Trump says Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain could be hit

Trump warns the US could strike Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain site soon, while Washington balances military pressure, economic measures and efforts to avoid wider escalation, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President

September 5, 2026

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Cricket greats rally behind imprisoned Imran Khan

West Indies great Brian Lara joins 21 former international captains urging Pakistan to ensure humane treatment, independent medical care and dignity for Imran Khan, reports Asian Lite News Desk Former West Indies

September 5, 2026

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