Five things you need to know about Taiwan’s new president, William Lai
Brace yourself for an extended period of uncertainty over Beijing’s next move.
Germany’s far-right AfD is soaring. Can a ban stop it?
A fiery debate over whether to ban the ever-more radical Alternative for Germany is colored by the country’s Nazi past.
Middle East braces for chaos as Iran and West square up
US-led strikes against Houthi rebels come as Tehran’s partners sow havoc from Lebanon to the Red Sea. Experts fear it’s only the beginning.
EU makes muddled response to crisis in the Red Sea
US and UK launched strikes against Houthi rebels but European nations are split on whether to join in.
Iran seizes Greek tanker, escalating tensions with West
Iranian navy boards vessel in Gulf of Oman.
On the ballot in Taiwan: The global microchip supply chain
As the island heads to the polls, tech executives are watching the results closely.