Trump jokes Canada could be the 51st U.S. state
During a White House meeting, Trump quipped that Canada could become the “51st state,” drawing laughter from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and highlighting US-Canada ties.
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Hamas Ties Hostage Release to Full Israeli Gaza Withdrawal
Hamas links the release of Israeli hostages to a clear timetable for Israel’s full withdrawal from Gaza, as talks unfold in Sharm El Sheikh.
Israel-Hamas Talks Continue in Sharm El-Sheikh as US Set to Join
Negotiations between Israeli and Hamas delegations continue in Sharm El-Sheikh with regional partners, as the US prepares to join talks tomorrow—a key step toward a potential ceasefire.
Chinese mainland, South Korea FMs Unite Ahead of APEC to Deepen Bilateral Ties
Chinese mainland and South Korea FMs pledge stronger trust, cooperation and support for APEC leadership, aiming to safeguard trade, multilateralism and the FTAAP vision.
Li Qiang to visit DPRK for WPK 80th anniversary
Chinese premier Li Qiang will visit the DPRK from October 9-11 for the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Workers’ Party of Korea, highlighting deepening diplomatic ties.
Trump’s Gaza “Peace Plan”: A Hostage Deal in Diplomatic Disguise
Trump’s Gaza “peace plan” demands Hamas surrender without offering Gaza any enforceable rights or path to sovereignty—a hostage deal in diplomatic disguise.
Trump Urges Israel to Halt Gaza Bombardment as Hamas Agrees to Talks
President Trump urged Israel to halt bombing Gaza as Hamas agreed to immediate talks on hostage releases under his peace plan.
Xi and Bangladesh President Celebrate 50 Years of Diplomatic Ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Bangladeshi President Mohammed Shahabuddin exchanged messages to mark 50 years of diplomatic ties, highlighting decades of cooperation.
Xi Jinping Congratulates Luxembourg’s Grand Duke Guillaume on Enthronement
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended congratulations to Luxembourg’s Grand Duke Guillaume on his enthronement, highlighting the strength of Sino-European ties.
Chinese Embassy Celebrates 76th National Day Reception in Washington
Ambassador Xie Feng marked China’s 76th National Day at a Washington reception, highlighting economic strides, tech milestones and opportunities for deeper US-China collaboration.