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China showing few signs it will directly supply arms to Iran
In a conflict in which Iran’s retaliation has centered on waves of small attack drones, such support could prove to be crucial.
Source: The Japan Times
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Flight prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf conflict closes major hubs
Key hubs including Dubai — the world's busiest international airport that normally handles over 1,000 flights a day — remain closed, slashing capacity on popular routes.
Source: The Japan Times
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Takaichi to discuss Iran with Trump at summit in U.S. this month
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she can’t give a legal assessment of the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran “at this stage,” as questions about their lawfulness grow.
Source: The Japan Times
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Thailand seeks arrest of foreigner accused of $30 million cross-border fraud
A Thai court issued arrest warrants for a foreign businessman and his wife accused of investment fraud and money laundering dating back to 2016.
Source: The Japan Times
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U.S. and China trade chiefs to meet mid-March before Trump-Xi summit
U.S. strikes on Iran and the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stoked tensions with Beijing in recent days, complicating summit preparations.
Source: The Japan Times
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Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Sakura is usually associated with the colour pink, so why is this collection so blue? As we enter meteorological spring in Japan, the blossoming of the sakura trees is now only a few weeks away. Howev
Source: SoraNews24
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Trump warns of longer Iran war and refuses to rule out U.S. boots on ground
In his first public comments since launching the operation, the president who long campaigned for "no new wars" laid out what he said were four key objectives for hitting Iran.
Source: The Japan Times
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Kyoto raises hotel accommodation tax to fight overtourism, travelers could pay up to 10 times more
Higher rates now in effect, projected to bring in more than 7 billion yen in extra revenue. For many of the things that draw travelers to Kyoto, their appeal is timeless. The elegant architecture of a
Source: SoraNews24
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Formula One enters new era with excitement and uncertainty
For the first time in decades the chassis and power unit regulations have changed at the same time, a massive challenge even for the biggest teams.
Source: The Japan Times
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Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of Tokyo
Celebrate the fleeting cherry blossom season with a plethora of things to do right around the Imperial Palace. While one of Japan’s most scenic spots has canceled its annual cherry blossom-themed even
Source: SoraNews24
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