The South China Morning Post has selected seven news stories from around Asia and beyond that shed light on topical issues, including potential US ground operations in Iran and a fuel crisis in Southeast Asia.

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. What if US ground forces march into Iran? Chinese experts weigh the risks Potential US ground operations against Iran might constrain Tehran, but the prospects for reopening the Strait of Hormuz were “highly uncertain”, Chinese...