Terrorism
Six dead in Istanbul blast, Erdogan says it 'smells like terrorism'
Turkish cities targeted in the past by Kurdish separatists, Islamist militants
Middle East
Trade
Saudi and Gulf state trade with emerging Asia to rise 60% by 2030
U.K. think tank says 'uptick in political engagement' boosts economic ties
Arts
Tale of defiant Iranian female soccer fan echoes Tehran protests
'The Football Aficionado' wins best Asian documentary at Busan film festival
COP27
COP27 kicks off with deal to discuss climate compensation
Rich, high-emitter nations urged to aid low-income countries enduring disasters
Automobiles
Apple supplier Foxconn partners with Saudi wealth fund to build EVs
Ceer will license BMW technology for cars scheduled to roll out in 2025
Ukraine war
Ukraine war becomes showcase for military drone tech
Reported supply to Russia shows Iran's ability to work around sanctions, but may not last
Politics
Netanyahu poised for comeback in Israeli election, exit polls show
Bloc of Israel's longest-serving prime ministers to take 61 or 62 of 120 seats
Society
Iran protests about more than women's rights
Citizens frustrated with decades of repression, economic misery
Your Week in Asia
Vietnam leader in China, Hong Kong investment summit, COP 27
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Iran tensions
Alternative realities and uncertain times in Iran
A Nikkei reporter describes her life in the country during a period of unrest
Market Spotlight
Scramble for LNG brings winter risks for Asia
Supplies and storage levels look adequate for now but concerns remain for 2023
Economy
Turkish central bank makes huge rate cut despite 83% inflation
1.5 percentage-point slash follows 1 point reductions in August and September
Podcast
Asia Stream: Iranians vs. the Islamic Republic: Who Will Win?
Iran's protests are over a month old. Will they lead to regime change?
International relations
Australia reverses recognition of West Jerusalem as Israel capital
Israel voices 'deep disappointment,' says it will summon Australian ambassador
Ukraine war
EU eyes new Iran sanctions as Kyiv claims drones supplied to Russia
European bloc hits Tehran with penalties over crackdown on domestic protests
Politics
Iran jail holding political prisoners, dual nationals set on fire
Witnesses report hearing gunfire at Tehran's Evin prison
Interview
UAE open to China AI despite U.S. concerns: minister
Al Olama says 'no country is given an advantage'
Sports
Qatar and FIFA brace for on-pitch World Cup human rights protests
National associations plan to take stances, but guidelines remain unclear
Energy
Putin suggests Turkey become regional 'gas hub' to Europe
Russian president pitches Erdogan on new pipeline to increase energy flows
Comment
Southeast Asia, Gulf nations draw closer as U.S.-China row deepens
Caught in a tug-of-war, 'middle powers' seek to balance security, economic gains
