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India’s Modi mocks reckless gatherings, religious gatherings amid chaos by viruses

EU sets out Indo-Pacific plan, saying it is not ‘anti-China’

Taiwan says to seek US long-range cruise missiles

Japanese journalist detained in Myanmar

Britain investigates variant of Indian origin

Lethal clashes after Islamists took police hostage in Pakistani Lahore

The unity government in Myanmar says it must be part of any ASEAN effort to end the crisis

Saudi and Iranian officials hold talks to restore ties – FT

British warships will sail to the Black Sea in May as tensions between Ukraine and Russia increase – Sunday Times

Israel and Greece sign record defense agreement

Somali government troops face forces loyal to sacked police chief

China, US agree on need for stronger climate commitments