Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi had suggested Tokyo could take military action if Beijing attacked Taiwan.
Watch: Bear runs onto airport tarmac, halting flights
An airport in Japan temporarily suspended flights on Wednesday after a bear wandered onto its grounds.
Watch: Mud volcano erupts in southern Taiwan
The Wandan mud volcano is a particularly unusual example of the geological phenomenon, an expert told the BBC.
Man who grabbed Ariana Grande in Singapore charged in court
Johnson Wen rushed at the actress in Singapore, during the Asia-Pacific premiere of Wicked: For Good.
Three killed in wave of Russian strikes across Kyiv, officials say
At least 26 others are reported injured in drone and missile strikes in six areas of the capital.
Watch: Blue Origin sends satellites to Mars in historic launch
The booster powering New Glenn also separated from the rocket’s upper stage and successfully touched down back on Earth.
Swiss deploy charm offensive in bid to slash crippling Trump tariffs
Swiss business leaders appear to have made progress with a private initiative in which reports say they brought gifts to the Oval Office.
Germany paves way to conscription as defence boss sees strongest EU army in five years
Berlin has agreed a new military service plan to boost troop numbers to 260,000 by 2035.
Israel receives body Hamas says belongs to hostage
Confirmation of the remains would mean that only three deceased hostages’ bodies now remain in Gaza.
Deadly Rio police raid failed to loosen gang’s iron grip, residents say
More than 120 people were killed in the raid which targeted the Comando Vermelho criminal gang.
