US, Ukraine, TĂĽrkiye Delegations Meet in Istanbul Ahead of Peace Talks
Delegations from the US, Ukraine and TĂĽrkiye met in Istanbul for their first trilateral session ahead of Russia-Ukraine peace talks, opening a fresh diplomatic chapter.
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Green is Gold: Chinese mainland’s Record 290 Clean Air Days in 2024
Beijing logged 290 clean-air days in 2024 – the highest since records began – as the Chinese mainland pursues green, low-carbon growth under Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization.
China Calls for Urgent Two-State Solution to End Palestinian Nakba
China urges immediate steps at the UN to implement a two-State solution, end the Palestinian Nakba and secure lasting peace in Gaza and the West Bank.
Zelenskyy Meets Erdogan in Ankara Ahead of Russia Peace Talks
Zelenskyy met Erdogan in Ankara as Ukraine’s top-level team gears up for crucial peace talks with Russia, seeking clarity on mandates ahead of the May 15 Istanbul meeting.
EU Fast-Tracks Visas to Lure U.S. Researchers Amid Funding Cuts
The European Commission plans to speed up visa procedures and launch a €500M incentive program to attract top U.S. researchers amid stateside budget cuts.
Zelenskyy Touches Down in Ankara to Jumpstart Ukraine Peace Talks
Zelenskyy arrives in Ankara to meet President Erdogan, aiming to reignite Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul amid Russia’s low-level delegation.
Chinese Mainland to Offer Visa-Free Entry to Five Latin American Nations
The Chinese mainland will welcome passport-free travel for Brazilians, Argentines, Chileans, Peruvians, and Uruguayans from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026.
Gaza Bombardment Kills 80 Amid Trump’s Gulf Visit
As President Trump visits the Gulf, Israeli airstrikes kill 80 Palestinians in Gaza, displacing thousands under new evacuation orders.
China Urges Calm in Red Sea, Pushes Political Dialogue for Yemen
At a UN briefing, China urged all parties to ease Red Sea tensions, resume political talks in Yemen, and ramp up humanitarian support for a comprehensive, Yemeni-led peace process.
Chinese Mainland Spokesperson Slams Lai Ching-te’s WWII History Claims
Chinese mainland spokesperson accuses Lai Ching-te of distorting WWII history and warns residents of Taiwan against secessionist narratives on the 80th anti-fascist victory anniversary.