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Report Fears of starvation in Myanmar as UN warns of 'disaster'
It is, for both me & Palestine Action, a coincidence that a Jewish homeland was created in Palestine by the Brits. It was an apology for doing nothing about the concentration camps and gas chambers. Believe it or not, the Israeli govt are the new Nazis, following their playbook. Nobody has anything against Israelis in general, though I'd make an exception for the IDF, who glory in killing innocents, no different from Hamas. If you know of any groups supporting Myanmar, Yem, Sudan, please send me the links and I'll see if I can help. It's all about anti-war, wherever it happens. -
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Finance Thailand Tightens Mobile Banking to Curb Scams
I agree except that, apparently, many of the Thai banks have shut down their online banking, thus forcing customers to use their App. I know SCB did that so my account, held for more than 20 years is no more. -
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How many wars has President Trump really ended?
US President Donald Trump's grand claims of ending conflicts draw mixed reactions. As President Donald Trump seeks to broker an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, he's been highlighting his track record in peace negotiations during his second term. Speaking at the White House on 18 August, Trump boasted, "I've ended six wars… all of these deals I made without even the mention of the word 'ceasefire'." The next day, the count mysteriously rose to "seven wars." The Trump administration is lobbying for a Nobel Peace Prize, dubbing Trump the "peacemaker-in-chief" for these achievements. However, the conflicts he claims to have ended were often brief, with some peace deals under strain—raising questions about the true effectiveness and permanence of these resolutions. BBC Verify Investigates Israel and Iran A brief 12-day standoff erupted following Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. The US joined in, targeting Iran's nuclear sites in a move that was pivotal in de-escalating tensions. Trump took to his platform, Truth Social, to declare a ceasefire, although Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, touted a "decisive victory" without acknowledging any ceasefire. Michael O'Hanlon from the Brookings Institution criticised the absence of a permanent peace framework or a plan for monitoring Iran's nuclear activities, suggesting the outcome is more of a temporary pause. Pakistan and India Flares of violence sparked in May over the Kashmir region, lasting four tense days until Trump announced a ceasefire. Pakistan praised Trump’s "decisive diplomatic intervention," even recommending him for the Nobel Peace Prize. India, however, downplayed US involvement, stating that the ceasefire was achieved through direct communication between its own and Pakistan’s military leadership, independent of US mediation. Kashmir: Why India and Pakistan fight over it Rwanda and DR Congo Long-standing tensions intensified earlier in the year due to the M23 rebel group claiming mineral-rich territories in eastern DR Congo. A peace agreement signed in Washington aimed to halt decades of conflict, yet accusations of ceasefire violations continue. Margaret MacMillan from Oxford University highlighted the ongoing skirmishes, questioning the effectiveness of the ceasefire and pointing to underlying issues that remain unaddressed. What's the fighting in DR Congo all about? Thailand and Cambodia A brief altercation between Thailand and Cambodia concluded after Trump intervened, leveraging potential trade sanctions as a tool for influence. While an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" was reached, this was primarily facilitated by Malaysia. The economic reliance on US trade by both nations played a significant role in reaching the agreement, indicating that Trump's economic threats may have been the real driving force. Armenia and Azerbaijan The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan credited Trump for pushing through a peace deal concerning the long-disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Though praised, it’s noted that both countries had indicated a willingness to resolve the conflict independently prior to Trump’s efforts, suggesting his involvement may not have been the decisive factor. Nagorno-Karabakh: Conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenians explained Egypt and Ethiopia While there was no war here, tensions over Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam heightened fears of conflict with Egypt. Trump promised swift US intervention, but no formal deal has been brokered, leaving the underlying water-sharing disputes unresolved. Ethiopian officials warned that Trump’s comments risked escalating the situation further. Serbia and Kosovo Claiming to have forestalled war between Serbia and Kosovo, Trump credited himself with maintaining peace, though experts noted that there was no active conflict when economic agreements were signed in the White House. Historical animosities continue to simmer, with no formal peace treaty in place to resolve them fully. Conclusion President Trump's claims of ending wars and securing peace deals have sparked wide-ranging debate. Critics assert that while some efforts are commendable, his achievements are often overstated, lacking enduring impact or prior concessions from involved parties. Trump's approach, characterised by bold pronouncements, has nonetheless drawn praise from certain quarters, even as it invites further scrutiny over its substantive merits. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The BBC 2025-08-20 -
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Thai - Cambodia Conflict Hun Sen Threatens Arrest of Thai Leaders Amid Border Dispute
Sorry to urinate on your parade, other world leaders have done exactly the same on X, Twitter, Truth Social, etc. This is not unique. -
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Tourism Thailand's Tourism Faces Setback with 7% Arrival Drop
Things we notice : An an everlasting strong baht meaning wars, Trump high tariffs, tourist numbers down, ever growing job lay offs, can happen but Thai Baht always remains strong. Why? 250 baht charge for all Tourists using ATMs Why is it up? Bank ATM, tourist currency rates, quite unfavourable for the pound, dollar etc., -
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Finance Thailand Tightens Mobile Banking to Curb Scams
I keep saying it. Prayuth was better. Okay, now let the usual avalanche of thumbs down begin.
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