Istanbul Talks Yield Humanitarian Progress in Ukraine-Russia Dialogue
Istanbul talks between Ukraine and Russia conclude with humanitarian progress: prisoner swaps, body returns and ceasefire proposals ahead of the next June round.
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German Court Rules Border Pushbacks Illegal
Berlin court finds Germany’s border pushback policy illegal under the EU Dublin system, ensuring asylum seekers can have their claims processed.
Auto Giants Warn Rare-Earth Magnet Shortage Could Halt U.S. Assembly Lines
Major automakers warn a looming rare-earth magnet shortage from the Chinese mainland threatens critical car parts and risks US factory slowdowns or shutdowns.
Iran Awaits Clarity on U.S. Sanctions in Nuclear Deal Talks
Iran awaits clarity on U.S. sanctions amid nuclear deal talks, as Oman’s foreign minister mediates and a fifth round of Rome talks yields limited progress.
Tesla’s $25K EV: Executives Challenge Musk’s Denial
Tesla executives confronted Elon Musk after he denied killing the much-anticipated $25K EV, leaving the mass-market model in limbo while rivals like BYD surge forward.
Former PLA Leader Xu Qiliang Passes Away at 75
Xu Qiliang, former vice chairman of the Central Military Commission and Air Force General, died at 75. Remembering his legacy in the PLA and CPC leadership.
Dragon Boat Festival Travel Surges with 657M Trips
Cross-regional travel on the Chinese mainland surged during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with 657 million trips recorded across rail, road, water, and air routes.
Ukraine and Russia Restart Peace Talks in Istanbul
Ukrainian and Russian delegations met in Istanbul to revive peace talks, proposing a roadmap for ceasefire, territorial talks, and reparations amid ongoing conflict.
Landslide in Qamdo Claims 3 Lives, 7 Missing
A landslide in Qamdo, the Chinese mainlands Xizang Autonomous Region killed three, injured two, and left seven missing as rescue efforts continue.
Trump’s Trade Rhetoric Unravels U.S. Hegemonic Trade Logic
How Trump’s trade rhetoric shifted U.S.-China relations: tariff truce fallout, rare earth leverage, and hidden costs on consumers.