Bangladesh Man Lynched for Allegedly Desecrating the Quran

The incident took place amid nationwide anger over the French president’s defense of cartoons of Prophet Muhammad.

Pompeo Ends Asian Tour, Looks to ‘Elevate’ US Security Ties with Vietnam

America’s top diplomat pressed an anti-China message during stops in India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Indonesia and Vietnam.

During Visit to Indonesia, Top US Diplomat Targets China in Fresh Diatribe

Mike Pompeo discussed South China Sea concerns with government leaders and highlighted plight of Uyghurs in a speech.

US Senators Seek Sanctions on Bangladesh’s Elite Police Unit for ‘Extrajudicial Killings’

The Rapid Action Battalion unlawfully killed more than 400 people since 2015, they say.

Indonesia Mum on Fate of Uyghur Prisoners Reportedly Deported to China

Spokeswoman for Ministry of Law and Human Rights confirms three were released and handed to immigration authorities.

Thai MPs Expect no Action on Monarchy after Discussing Protesters’ Demands

The prime minister says any changes to the constitution must be supported by a majority.

Senate Bill to Declare Holiday Honoring Late Dictator Angers Filipinos

Survivors of the regime of Ferdinand E. Marcos and rights advocates call legislation “perpetuation of historical lies.”

Malaysia’s Mahathir Defends Anti-French Comments against International Criticism

Former PM says his comments about Muslims having a “right to kill millions of French people” were misinterpreted.

Abu Sayyaf Leader in Basilan Killed, Philippine Military Says

Authorities blamed Furuji Indama for suicide bombing that killed 11 people in July 2018.

Thailand: Fruit Company Drops Defamation Suit Against Labor Activist

Andy Hall, who fled the country following a conviction in 2016, faces jail if he returns.

Philippine National Security Adviser: Communist Rebels Remerge as Top Threat

The government seeks billions in cash to rehabilitate villages freed from communist influence.

India, US say South China Sea Code Should Not ‘Prejudice’ Any Nation

Delhi has shown increasing willingness to comment on the issue in recent months.

Outcry in Asian Muslim Countries over ‘Islamophobia’ in France

Protesters say cartoons defame Islam and cause anguish, as France reels over teacher slain for showing them in class.

COVID-19: In Bangladesh, It’s Now ‘No Mask, No Service’

Government orders public and private offices to turn away people who don’t cover their faces.