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Indonesian hospital refutes Israeli claim that Hamas launches rockets from Gaza facility

Meanwhile, the Muslim world’s OIC announced it would hold “extraordinary” summit on Nov. 12 to discuss the Gaza crisis.

Thailand plans to evacuate 162 of its nationals from Myanmar via China

The Thais were rescued from human traffickers in Shan state but have been stuck there amid fighting between warring sides.

Vietnam rapidly builds up South China Sea reef, satellite data shows

Satellite images show a remarkable pace of reclamation on a Hanoi-controlled atoll in the Spratlys.

Philippine police hunt for suspects in radio host’s on-air murder

Juan Jumalon is the 199th media figure to be slain in the country since 1986.

In historic speech, Japan PM vows defense cooperation with Philippines

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said cooperation among Japan, the Philippines, and the United States was critical to protecting rules-based maritime order.

Southeast Asia will see spillover effect from Israel’s Gaza War

Malaysia is feeling the heat from the U.S. while the region’s dormant militant groups may be catalyzed.

Philippines, Japan boost military ties amid tensions in South China Sea

Both countries agreed to start negotiations on a defense pact, during a visit by Japanese PM Fumio Kishida.

Israel-Hamas conflict affects Thailand, the Philippines and Malaysia | Indonesia arrests suspects in preparation for the upcoming election | Large demonstrations in Bangladesh

Myanmar’s navy arrests over 200 Rohingya fleeing Rakhine

Officials apprehended three groups escaping to Malaysia and Thailand.

Fizzling demand imperils Malaysia’s last matchstick maker

After nine decades in business, factory that employs 25 people might shutter within three to five years.

Filipinos who fled Israel-Hamas fighting fear joblessness at home

“I was not able to save up anything and I have lots of things to pay for,” one returnee told BenarNews.

Thailand says Iran, Qatar and Egypt pledge help with Hamas hostages

Twenty-three Thais were taken hostage during the Palestinian group’s Oct. 7 attacks on Israel.

Thai, Laos prime ministers agree on new railway bridge across Mekong

The link between Vientiane and Thailand’s Nong Khai province would allow for more cargo shipments.

Factories close as Bangladesh police clamp down on protesting garment workers

At least two people were killed during clashes with police, while demonstrators vow to maintain blockade.

Papua New Guinea’s airline orders Airbus planes to replace aging fleet

Air Niugini’s planes are frequently grounded as it struggles to keep up with maintenance.