Security forces in Hong Kong are bracing for another potentially violent weekend.
It comes as more anti-government protests planned across the city on Saturday
That includes one at the international airport for a second straight day.
The unrest has caused serious challenge to the central government in Beijing.
Protests in the Asian financial hub began in June against a bill that would allow people to be extradited to stand trial in mainland China.
Since then they've become increasingly violent.
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran
Israel and Lebanon extended their ceasefire for three weeks at a meeting at the White House brokered by President Donald Trump, who said he was prepared to wait for "the best deal" to end his conflict with Iran.
No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown
For nearly a week, Pakistan's capital has been waiting for peace talks between the US and Iran to take place there, and although there is no sign the two sides will meet, large parts of the city remain sealed off by authorities.
Kuwait reopens airspace following regional tensions
Kuwait has reopened its airspace at Kuwait International Airport on Thursday evening, following a two-month suspension of air traffic since February 28 due to regional developments.
Trump says US to attack any boats laying mines in Strait of Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump on Thursday said he had ordered the US Navy "to shoot and kill any boat" that is laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, and that US minesweepers were working "at a tripled up level" to clear any mines from the waters.
South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case
South Korean prosecutors have sought a 30-year jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, in a case alleging he ordered a drone operation over Pyongyang to help create a pretext for his December 2024 declaration of martial law, Yonhap news agency said.
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