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US, Israel war on Iran
Vance in Switzerland for US-Iran talks as Hormuz closed again
Making ‘progress’ on Tehran’s nuclear programme and Lebanon ceasefire are expected to top the agenda.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump threatens US tolls on Hormuz after Iran says strait is closed
21 Jun 2026 - 4:43AM
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Donald Trump
Trump escalates clash with Italy’s Meloni over G7 photo claim
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United States
US envoy Witkoff, Iranian minister to meet in Switzerland for talks
The development may signal that both sides intend to begin technical talks aimed at securing a permanent truce.
20 Jun 2026 - 9:22PM
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Extreme weather
Asia’s shaky food supply shudders as ‘super’ El Nino arrives
Every few years, the Pacific runs a fever. This year, it could be worse than anything seen for decades, scientists warn.
20 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran floats insurance fees and asserts control over Hormuz
For many shippers and oil producers, the demand for mandatory insurance threatens to crystallise a worst-case scenario: tolls on the strait.
20 Jun 2026 - 1:13AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran waives Strait of Hormuz fees during 60-day peace negotiation period
A total of 25 commercial vessels crossed the newly reopened strait on Thursday, the highest number since mid-April.
19 Jun 2026 - 7:43PM
US, Israel war on Iran
2 wars later, US-Iran nuclear diplomacy returns to square one
Analysts say the new agreement returns to a familiar trade-off: nuclear curbs in exchange for sanctions relief and oil waivers.
19 Jun 2026 - 5:01PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Israel, Hezbollah agree to truce in Lebanon after fighting flares up, killing 47
The fresh clashes caused US-Iran talks in Switzerland planned for Friday to be delayed, with no new date announced.
19 Jun 2026 - 10:44PM
SCMP Highlights
US, Iran sign peace deal; China’s C919 jets face safety checks: 7 highlights
From Malaysian tourists calling Chinese ‘smelly’ to Shein’s Paris store set to close soon, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
19 Jun 2026 - 12:37PM
US-Iran tensions
US-Iran talks in Switzerland delayed, White House says Vance still ready to go
Announcement follows reports Tehran has suspended its delegation’s departure because of attacks on southern Lebanon.
19 Jun 2026 - 9:54PM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong property sales more measured as interest rate increase looms
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public to beware of interest rate uncertainties.
19 Jun 2026 - 9:59AM
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Banking & finance
China trims US Treasury holdings to 18-year low
Overall foreign holdings of US Treasuries climbed to US$9.353 trillion in April.
19 Jun 2026 - 9:46AM
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South Korea
Will Lee Jae Myung’s G7 gamble preserve future diplomacy with North Korea?
Analysts say Lee’s outreach could help preserve prospects for future diplomacy, but Pyongyang has ‘little incentive’ to pursue dialogue.
19 Jun 2026 - 9:58AM
Middle East
After US-Iran deal, Israel rules out troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon
Fighting persists in Lebanon as both Israel and Hezbollah ignore the new US-Iran framework agreement.
19 Jun 2026 - 12:11PM
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War and conflict
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US and Iran have reasons to stay the course for peace
The agenda confronting negotiators over the next 60 days is challenging, and hardliners are critical, but the dawn of peace seems to be emerging.
19 Jun 2026 - 7:15AM
US-China trade war
US trade official takes aim at Beijing, faults Washington on industry
William Kimmitt criticises trade distortions linked to China while faulting US leaders for allowing industrial decline.
19 Jun 2026 - 6:06AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Vance calls Iran deal a ‘win-win’ as Trump lashes out at ‘fools’ who oppose it
US Vice-President also claims Iran will not receive money or sanctions relief unless it meets the obligations outlined in agreement.
19 Jun 2026 - 6:19AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Who pays for Iran’s recovery? US$300 billion fund a flashpoint in ceasefire deal
Ambiguity fuels concern that Gulf countries may be expected to finance a post-war effort for a conflict in which they had limited say.
18 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump lashes out at ‘fools’ who criticise his new Iran peace accord
Those who claim he has not been tough enough on Iran are ‘either jealous, bad people, or stupid’, the US president says.
18 Jun 2026 - 8:34PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Can the US-Iran deal survive a defiant Israel and Hormuz uncertainties?
Analysts say Washington appears to be making more concessions, but the shaky agreement is unlikely to guarantee lasting peace.
18 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
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Nato
Hegseth blasts Nato for not giving US access to European bases during Iran war
The defence secretary accused Nato of putting gender equity, climate change and austerity ahead of security spending.
18 Jun 2026 - 5:46PM
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US-China trade war
China touts new finance tools to fend off sanctions
Anti-sanctions measures and efforts to globalise the yuan were among key topics as Chinese finance regulators and policymakers addressed the 2026 Lujiazui Forum.
18 Jun 2026 - 6:34PM
US, Israel war on Iran
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Investors focused on Hormuz miss bigger threat to world economy
As energy security becomes a more potent force, stress tests for countries vulnerable to supply disruptions are likely to become more severe.
18 Jun 2026 - 5:10PM
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US-China relations
John Mearsheimer’s talk to SCMP about US-China ties, Iran war
Transcript of international relations expert’s exclusive chat with SCMP Plus about the Middle East, long-term US-China competition, East Asia tensions.
19 Jun 2026 - 9:07AM
US, Israel war on Iran
China urged to boost navy escorts and find other routes to secure energy supply
Closure of Strait of Hormuz has exposed fragility of maritime chokepoints and more should be done to protect shipments, analysts say.
18 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
Japan
Trump says Japan ‘doing very well’ under his ‘biggest fan’ Takaichi
The US president also said Tokyo was not willing to get involved during the Iran war.
18 Jun 2026 - 9:17AM
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Banking & finance
Hang Seng Index hits lowest level in a year on rate-rise expectations
The index falls amid growing unease after Hong Kong banks and Fed hold rates steady.
18 Jun 2026 - 4:38PM
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