Thai Police Arrest 5 Monks for Alleged Money Laundering

A sixth suspect was taken into custody on charges related to street protests in 2013 and 2014.

Investigators: Russian Brigade Shot Down Malaysian Airliner

Russia and Ukrainian separatists backed by Moscow have denied involvement in the downing of MH17.

Australian Nun Defies Philippine Deportation Order

Sister Patricia Fox vows to take her case to the justice department.

Malaysian Leader Slashes Ministerial Salaries, Widens Graft Crackdown

Scandal-ridden 1MDB state fund is a scam, insolvent since 2016, finance minister says.

Bangladesh’s Escalated Anti-Drug Campaign Draws Fire from Rights Activists, Opposition

Police say close to 50 suspects have been killed in gunfights since May 14.

Chinese E-Commerce Giant’s Investment Blitz in Thailand Draws Concerns

Thai retailers worry that Chinese commercial blitz could cut into their business.

Thai PM Reiterates 2019 Election Promise as Protesters Mark Coup Anniversary

Police turned back about 300 who sought to march to prime minister's office.

Thailand: Anti-junta Protesters Charged with Sedition Released On Bail

In defiance of bail conditions, demonstrators vow to protest until election date is set.

Marawi Residents Will Return this Year, Philippine Govt Says

Goal is for $1.4 billion rebuilding project to be completed by 2021.

Rohingya Militants Killed Nearly 100 Hindus in Myanmar’s Rakhine State: Report

Myanmar welcomes report after rejecting previous evidence and criticism of Rakhine actions from rights groups.

Poso Police Increase Security Following Terror Attacks Elsewhere in Indonesia

MIT leader posts video to social media calling on his followers to keep fighting the government.

Top Hapilon Aide Caught as Philippines Marks Anniversary of Marawi Siege

Special forces caught Hashim Abtaid, an alleged lieutenant of dead regional IS leader.

Indonesian Islamic State Sympathizer Receives 4-Year Prison Sentence

Two relatives of Imam Santoso face similar charges in separate terrorism trials.

Philippines: Year after Marawi Siege, Families Search for Missing Relatives

Other residents of the ruined city are having a hard time seven months after battle ended.