February 8, 2026

Saudi Arabia Condemns Deadly RSF Attacks in Sudan, Blames Foreign Interference

Saudi Arabia strongly condemns paramilitary RSF attacks in Sudan’s Kordofan, blaming foreign fighters and illegal weapons for worsening the nearly three-year conflict. The Riyadh ministry calls for immediate ceasefire and aid access amid rising civilian deaths and attacks on humanitarian convoys.

February 8, 2026

Hong Kong spots 23 smuggled orchids as Lunar New Year demand heats up

Hong Kong's Conservation Department found 23 cases of smuggled orchids in early 2024. Officials warn cases may rise before Lunar New Year and promise tougher border checks.

February 8, 2026

Worker Scalded by Hot Oil at Hong Kong Biodiesel Facility, Hospitalized

A 33-year-old worker at a Hong Kong biodiesel plant was badly scalded by hot oil and rushed to hospital. The accident occurred early Sunday at ASB Biodiesel's Tseung Kwan O facility while the man was on duty.

February 8, 2026

Saudi Arabia Arrests Over 20,000 Illegal Residents in One Week

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of 20,237 illegal residents last week for breaking residency, border, and labor laws. Over 11,000 have been deported as tough enforcement continues.

February 8, 2026

Manipur Police Arrest 4 Militants, Seize Mortar and IEDs Near Indo-Myanmar Border

Security forces in Manipur arrested four militants linked to extortion. They also seized a mortar and two IEDs at the Yangoubung border area, destroying the explosives safely.