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Trump vows US intervention to clear Strait of Hormuz shipping ‘logjam’

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Dubai President Donald Trump has pledged that the United States will take decisive action to free dozens of commercial vessels currently trapped in the Strait of Hormuz, as a maritime standoff threatens to paralyze global energy markets. Speaking from the White House, Mr. Trump stated that the US military and diplomatic corps...

Iran’s 14-point plan: A ‘grand bargain’ to end Middle East hostilities?

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Dubai Iran has submitted a sweeping 14-point peace proposal to the United Nations and the United States, aimed at ending the escalating conflict in West Asia and resetting its volatile relationship with the West. The document, which has been described by Tehran as a “realistic roadmap for regional stability,” reportedly addresses the...

Maldives President arrives in Sri Lanka for high-level bilateral talks

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer Colombo, Sri Lanka The President of the Maldives, Dr Mohamed Muizzu, has arrived in Sri Lanka for a significant official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two Indian Ocean neighbours. The visit, which comes at a crucial time for regional security and trade, saw the Maldivian leader received...

Musk vs OpenAI: The legal battle for the soul of artificial intelligence

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

Elon Musk has escalated his legal feud with OpenAI, the company he co-founded, accusing the tech firm of abandoning its original non-profit mission in favour of a “profit-driven” partnership with Microsoft. In a lawsuit that has sent ripples through Silicon Valley, the billionaire entrepreneur claims that OpenAI has become a “closed-source de facto subsidiary” of...

Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

By Staff Writer California Apple has reported record-breaking demand for its latest smartphone, with the iPhone 17 becoming the most successful launch in the company’s 50-year history. Financial results released on Thursday show that overall sales grew by 17% to $111bn (£81bn) in the first three months of the year. The growth was spearheaded by...

Anura Karunathilake Sworn In as New Minister of Energy

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

In a strategic cabinet move, Anura Karunathilake was sworn in as the new Minister of Energy before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today, April 20, 2026. The ceremony took place at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. Key Highlights:

UAE Dismantles Terrorist Network Linked to Iran and Hezbollah

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

United Arab Emirates (UAE) security authorities have successfully dismantled a sophisticated “terrorist network” funded and directed by Iran and Lebanon’s Hezbollah. The state security apparatus arrested several members of the cell, which was operating inside the country to undermine national security and financial stability. Key Highlights: This major security breakthrough comes amidst heightened regional tensions...

Mideast Ceasefire in Jeopardy After U.S. Seizure of Iranian Cargo Ship

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

Concerns are mounting globally that the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran may collapse following the U.S. Navy’s seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel. The incident, reported on April 20, 2026, has cast a shadow over diplomatic efforts to secure a long-term peace in the region. Key Highlights:

FBI Director Kash Patel Sues ‘The Atlantic’ Over Defamatory Claims

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel has officially filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine, according to court records made public on April 20, 2026. The lawsuit targets a recent feature article that Patel alleges contains false, misleading, and malicious information regarding his professional integrity and his tenure at the Bureau. Key Highlights: This legal battle...

Humanoid Robots Outrun Humans at Beijing Half Marathon, Showcasing Rapid Tech Advances

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

In a historic display of technological prowess, humanoid robots raced past elite human athletes at the Beijing Half Marathon held on April 19, 2026. This event served as a major showcase for the rapid advancements in robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), leaving spectators in awe. Key Highlights: