News Type: International News

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Iran appoints new leader after Ayatollah Khamenei's death, becoming an Islamic republic

Iran has elected a new leader a week after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in an Israeli air strike. Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, was appointed by the powerful council on Sunday night to replace his father as supreme leader, despite US President Donald Trump expressing disapproval. “With a clear vote, the Assembly of Experts has appointed Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei as the third leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s clerical system,” the council announced....

Monday, March 9, 2026 General knowledge

New law in Australia requires age verification before accessing pornographic content

Australians must prove they are 18 or older before they can access pornographic content, such as R-rated video games and AI chatbots that contain pornographic content, under new laws. The changes will protect children from potentially harmful content, with platforms that fail to comply facing fines, according to Australia's online safety regulator. "We don't let children into bars or liquor stores, adult stores or casinos, but when it comes to the online space... there's no such protection," Julie Inman Grant said.

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Trump demands complete dismantling of Iran's military to stop war

In a recent statement made by Donald Trump, former US President, he demanded that Iran completely dismantle its military to stop the ongoing war. The demand was issued at a time when the situation in the Middle East is very tense. Trump claimed that dismantling the Iranian military is a position that can bring peace. Australia announced that they would continue to help defend their allies, but they refused to participate in attacking Iran. This shows the caution of some countries in participating in anti-Iran activities. The announcement was made at a press conference attended by senior Australian officials. In it, Trump also warned Iran that an attack could occur if Iran refuses to surrender. He claimed that Iran's refusal to surrender will bring a strong attack. The announcement has increased concerns in the region and in the international community....

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Japan prepares to deploy new long-range missiles to boost national defense capabilities

Japan is expected to begin deploying a self-developed long-range missile system, a major step in shifting its defense strategy toward a “counterstrike” capability, or a response to an enemy’s threat. According to security analysts, the deployment of the new missile system will give the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) the ability to strike targets at greater distances, especially in the event the country faces a security threat in the region. The missile system being developed is an upgrade of the existing coastal defense missile system, which can fire long distances and with high accuracy. Along with this, Japan is also strengthening its intelligence gathering capabilities, such as reconnaissance, satellite and tracking systems, to support the use of new strike capabilities. The change is seen as a major step in Japan’s new defense strategy...

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Xi Jinping greets representatives of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Democratic Party and various associations at the National People's Congress

On the afternoon of March 6, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of China, visited representatives of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Democratic Party, the Jiusan Association, the Chinese Medical and Health Association, and the Chinese Social Welfare and Social Security Association. The visit was held on the sidelines of the 4th session of the 14th National People's Political Consultative Conference. On this occasion, Xi Jinping listened to the opinions and proposals of the congressmen...

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

China is strengthening its humanoid robotics sector to boost economic potential

In recent years, the humanoid robot sector in China has reached a new level with great potential. According to the announcement of Zhang Yunming, Vice Minister of Industry and Information Technology, on January 21, 2026, China has more than 140 humanoid robot manufacturers and has introduced 330 new models in the past year. This change shows the rapid development of the sector, especially in the field of humanoid transportation, where companies...

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Australia pledges to help defend allies but refuses to join Iran attack

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has said Australia will try to help protect regional partners from Iranian drone and missile attacks. The statement comes as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. The US and Israeli strikes killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, prompting retaliation from Israel and Gulf states. While Australia supports attacking Iran as a necessary option to prevent a nuclear weapon, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stressed the limits of its involvement. He revealed that Australian officials...

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Cooper: Britain disagrees with Trump on every issue

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has responded to President Trump’s criticism of Britain’s response to the conflict in Iran. Appearing on the show with Laura Kuenssberg on Sunday, Cooper said, “It’s no surprise that we disagree with President Trump on every issue.” She added that the prime minister’s decision was in “the national interest of Britain… not in the interest of any other country.” In a social media post, the US president addressed Britain’s consideration of sending submarines to the Middle East. He expressed his disapproval, writing…

Monday, March 9, 2026 International news

Bomb hits residential building in Saudi Arabia, killing two foreigners

Recently, a spokesman for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that they had targeted radar systems in various areas, including Al-Kharj province, the location of the Prince Sultan base used by US forces. In the attack, a bomb fell on a residential area in the Saudi city of Al-Kharj, killing two people and wounding 12. A statement from the Saudi Civil Defense said that the unspecified bomb fell on a residential area, killing two people...

Monday, March 9, 2026 National News

Chip Mong donates 100 medical equipment to Cambodia-China Friendship Hospital, Preah Kosamak

On March 8, 2026, with the participation of Oknha Pheap Hiek and Oknha Leang Meng from Chip Mong Company, a grand occasion was held to hand over 100 pieces of medical equipment to the Cambodia-China Friendship Hospital in Preah Kosam. The handover of the equipment took place on the occasion of International Women's Day, a sign of appreciation and respect for all women who have had a great impact on social development. Oknha...