Middle East

Senior official says detention was necessary to prevent ex-Nissan chief destroying evidence

January 5, 2020 13:59 JST

Middle Eastern country denies any role in his escape

January 4, 2020 04:38 JST

Justice minister says 'no precedent' for extradition based on Interpol notice

January 4, 2020 04:07 JST

Markets hold breath for Tehran's response after US strike on Soleimani

January 4, 2020 02:14 JST

After US airstrike kills Iran general, oil price bump boosts related shares

January 3, 2020 21:22 JST

Supreme leader Khamenei warns 'harsh retaliation is waiting' for US

January 3, 2020 14:53 JST

Neither Lebanon nor France will extradite former Nissan chairman, attorney says

January 3, 2020 08:02 JST

Turkey detains seven individuals, while Tokyo prosecutors raid residence

January 3, 2020 01:08 JST

Questions will be asked over support former Nissan chief received before flight

January 2, 2020 11:30 JST

Ex-Nissan chief fled Japan for Lebanon

January 2, 2020 02:31 JST