Russia and Ukraine Signal Readiness for Direct Peace Talks
Positive signals from Moscow and Kyiv suggest progress toward direct peace negotiations, as leaders call for an unconditional ceasefire and lasting security guarantees.
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Americans Disapprove Trump’s 100-Day Second Term Performance
AP-NORC poll finds over 50% of Americans rate President Trump’s 100-day second-term performance as poor or terrible, with 58% disapproving his policies.
China Unveils 5 Proposals to Boost China-Central Asia Cooperation
At the sixth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Almaty, Wang Yi outlined five proposals to deepen cooperation and promote regional stability.
Wang Yi Defends China’s Counter-Tariffs to Uphold Trade Fairness
In Almaty, Wang Yi defends China’s counter-tariffs as necessary steps to uphold WTO rules, fairness and justice, pledging continued openness and shared growth.
Massive Explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas Port Injures Over 280
Over 280 people were injured in a huge explosion at the Port of Shahid Rajaee in Bandar Abbas, Iran, as nuclear talks kicked off, highlighting risks at global energy hubs.
DPRK Unveils 5,000-Tonne Choe Hyon-Class Destroyer in Record 400 Days
The DPRK has unveiled its new 5,000-tonne Choe Hyon-class destroyer built in 400 days, marking a major milestone in its naval modernisation.
How the Chinese Mainland Is Buffering U.S. Tariff Shocks
As U.S. tariffs rise, the Chinese mainland leans on domestic demand and new markets to cushion export shocks through agile policies and e-commerce ties.
Chinese Embassy Denies Tariff Talks with U.S., Calls for ‘Untie the Knot’
Beijing denies holding tariff negotiations with the U.S., calling the trade dispute a knot to be untied by its instigator.
China and Kazakhstan Deepen Ties in Almaty Strategic Dialogue
China and Kazakhstan’s second Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue in Almaty set record trade volumes, accelerated Belt and Road projects, and paved the way for AI and security collaboration.
US Envoy Meets Putin, Trump Says Ukraine Deal “Very Close”
After a three-hour meeting with Putin, US envoy Steve Witkoff moves Ukraine talks closer to a deal, says Trump despite key differences.