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West Asia
War and Psychology
By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for The AsiaN TEHRAN: War puts the mind and body under serious strain. Those who leave their homes are under mental and physical strain, and those who do not leave their homes are also under mental and physical strain. During these five days of the ceasefire following…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – June 28, 2025
The AsiaN Editor28 June, 2025 AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Chhay Sophal, Cambodia News Online, CambodiaPHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Health on Friday officially and firstly launched the Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (CAB-PrEP) service…
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West Asia
Psychoanalysis of Us Who Stayed in the City
Dove Therapy: papier-mâché doves made by Pooneh during the war. When she ran out of plain newspaper for crafting, she used scraps of old newspapers. By Pooneh NedaeiEditor-in-Chief of Shokrān Magazine- Iran TEHRAN: When President Donald Trump warned Tehranis to evacuate the city immediately, I wrote: “Don’t tell me to…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – June 27, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaNorth Korea officially opened the Wonsan-Kalma Coastal Tourism Zone on June 24, marking the culmination of a decade-long development project. Leader Kim…
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West Asia
War and Racism!
German Chancellors Adolph Hitler and Friedrich Merz By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: Adolph Hitler was the Chancellor of Germany from 1933 to 1945. He wanted to rule the world. To build a great empire, from the West to the East. For this reason, he attacked other countries. He caused…
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Society
Pope Leo XIV: Today More Than Ever, Humanity Cries Out, Pleads For Peace
Pope Leo XIV holds Wednesday General Audience in the Vatican (@Vatican Media) By Dr. Hassan Humeida KIEL, GERMANY: VATICAN: The call by Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday to the warring sides in the Israel-Iran war to “reject the logic of bullying and revenge” and choose a path of dialogue and…
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West Asia
War and Humanity: Reflections on the First Day of the Ceasefire
Lunch on the first day of the ceasefire … Traditional Iranian food By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: War brings people to contentment. All the ordinary and even annoying things that you used to have in your daily life become a valuable wish for you. The people of Iran on…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – June 25, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaPresident Lee Jae-myung’s unexpected decision to reappoint former Agriculture Minister Song Mi-ryeong—who previously served under the conservative Yoon Suk-yeol administration—is drawing fierce…
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West Asia
Graduation in Bahrain Schools: A Walk Across the Stage, A Step Into the Future
Shaikha Latifa receiving her diploma By Habib Toumi MANAMA: As her name echoed through the majestic hall and she stepped onto the stage, diploma waiting just ahead, Shaikha Latifa bint Ebrahim Al Khalifa beamed with pride and gratitude and her smile spoke volumes. It was not just about receiving a…
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Politics
The Role of a True Peace Mediator
By Dr. Hassan HumeidaKIEL, GERMANY: In times of war or armed conflict, heightened emotions and deep-seated mistrust often prevent the involved parties from pursuing de-escalation independently. In such circumstances, mediation becomes essential to prevent fatal miscalculations and avert further humanitarian, economic, social and political disasters. Peace mediation offers a constructive…
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