Experts Warn Takaichi Remarks Signal Japanese Militarism Resurgence
Foreign officials warn that Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s recent comments on the Taiwan region signal a dangerous militarism resurgence, risking regional peace.
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UN Chief: Israel’s Gaza Campaign ‘Fundamentally Wrong’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Israel’s Gaza campaign was ‘fundamentally wrong’, citing civilian deaths, widespread destruction and reasons to suspect war crimes.
Complaint Filed Against PM Takaichi Over Illegal Political Donation
Criminal complaints allege PM Takaichi’s Nara LDP chapter accepted a ¥10M donation in August 2024, above the legal cap, adding to the party’s slush fund scandal.
Trump Envoys to Brief Ukrainian Negotiators in Miami
Trump’s envoys Witkoff and Kushner will meet Ukrainian negotiators in Miami Thursday to discuss Russia’s demands and next steps after talks in Moscow fell short.
Trump Says Ukraine Peace Path Unclear After Moscow Meeting
President Trump says next steps for Ukraine peace talks are unclear after envoys’ Moscow meeting with Putin, as Zelenskyy prepares U.S. dialogue.
Anxiety Grows in Doral’s ‘Little Venezuela’ Amid U.S.-Caracas Tensions
Residents of Doral’s bustling Venezuelan community face mounting anxiety as escalating U.S. pressure on Caracas reverberates across ‘Little Venezuela’, reshaping daily life in South Florida.
Tesla Moves to Drop China-Made Parts from U.S. EVs Amid Trade Tensions
Tesla is phasing out China-made parts from its U.S.-market EVs to avoid new tariffs, reshaping the electric vehicle supply chain and setting a global precedent.
Young Chinese Chefs Redefine Paris Dining Scene
Young Chinese chefs are reshaping Paris’s food scene with region-focused menus and French ingredients, creating fresh culinary fusion that’s both authentic and innovative.
Brighton FC Apology Follows WWII Soldier Post Outrage from Chinese Fans
Brighton & Hove Albion apologizes after a WWII soldier-themed social media post sparks backlash from Chinese fans, highlighting the importance of cultural sensitivity in global sports.
Belgium Rejects EU Plan for Frozen Russian Assets Loan
Belgium has rejected an EU proposal to use profits from frozen Russian assets as collateral for a major Ukraine loan, citing unaddressed financial and legal risks.