Afghanistan US-Taliban talks 'pause' after suicide attack on American airbase The assault on Bagram base came despite the resumption of US-Taliban talks days before in Qatar.
Algeria Polls close in Algeria election denounced by protesters as 'sham' Extremely low turnout reported in presidential vote as demonstrators in Algiers say deep reforms needed before polls.
India Indian women demand 'safe streets' following Hyderabad rape case About 500 online petitions filed calling for action from authorities, from local police to the prime minister.
India Citizenship Bill: Tensions rise as protests flare in Assam Two protesters reportedly shot and killed as India deploys troops, imposes curfew after passing of contentious measure.
Trade War Trump approves US-China trade deal to halt December 15 tariffs The terms of the deal have been agreed upon but the legal text has not yet been finalized: Bloomberg sources
China China's top diplomat blames US 'paranoia' as ties unravel State Councillor Wang Yi says US actions on Hong Kong, Uighurs 'seriously damaging hard-won foundation of mutual trust'.