US Strikes on Iran Cast Doubt on Its Peacemaker Image
US attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites have shifted the Middle East dynamic and eroded trust in Washington’s peacemaking claims.
June 2025
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Taiwan Through the Ages: Unveiling Traditional Architectural Charms
Discover how traditional Taiwan architecture blends Minnan and Hakka styles—from red bricks and swallowtail ridges to painted door gods—symbolizing auspiciousness and vibrant craftsmanship.
U.S. Vietnam Veterans Return to Vietnam 50 Years Later
Some U.S. veterans return to Vietnam on the 50th anniversary of the war’s end, retracing battlefields and finding peace through reconciliation.
Inside Lugang’s Dark-Faced Mazu at Tianhou Temple
Discover the centuries-old Dark-faced Mazu statue in Lugang’s Tianhou Temple—a living link between Fujian and Taiwan region since 1683.
Bridging Hearts Across the Taiwan Strait: Tian Qichang’s Family Reunion Mission
Tian Qichang turned personal separation into a mission, founding a Hong Kong liaison office that delivered letters and support to reunite families across the Taiwan Strait.
Ceasefire Between Iran and Israel Takes Effect
A ceasefire between Iran and Israel took effect at 7:30 a.m. Tehran time on Tuesday, marking a tentative pause in hostilities and hopes for regional calm.
Iran-Israel Ceasefire Takes Effect After Waves of Attacks
A new ceasefire between Iran and Israel took effect at 7:30 a.m. Tehran time on Tuesday after waves of attacks, Iranian state media Press TV reported.
Iranian Missiles Intercepted Over U.S. Airbase in Qatar
Video from Doha shows Qatar’s air defenses intercepting Iranian missiles aimed at U.S.’s Al Udeid Air Base on June 23. Experts say advance warning was a face-saving show of force.
Iranian Couple Conquers 6-Day Odyssey to China-South Asia Expo
An Iranian couple endured a six-day journey through conflict zones and borders to reach the China-South Asia Expo in Kunming, hoping their late arrival sparks new business opportunities.
Chart of the Day: Mapping U.S. Military Bases Across the Middle East
Explore the U.S. military footprint in the Middle East amid a fragile Iran-Israel ceasefire, mapped bases, and what’s at stake.