China Demands Immediate Halt to Israeli Settlement Tender in E1
China calls on Israel to stop settlement tenders in the E1 area, warning it threatens the two-state solution and regional peace.
International Relations
Canada Pulls Seafood From Retaliatory Tariff List
Canada has removed seafood and fish products from its retaliatory tariff list, citing feedback and economic harm concerns.
Iranians decry new US sanctions, call for swift government response
Iranian citizens condemn new US sanctions, urging immediate government countermeasures and market support to protect livelihoods.
China Signals Readiness to Counter Fresh US Tariff Proposals
China says it is monitoring US tariff plans and reserves the right to respond with all necessary measures.
Ukraine grain exports drop 60% in August as Black Sea blockade bites
Ukraine's grain exports via rail fell 60% month-on-month in August to 574,000 tonnes, with Black Sea ports blocked.
Russia Says Its Forces Are 4 km From Sloviansk, Key Ukrainian Stronghold
Russia's top military officer says troops are 4 km from Sloviansk, a key Ukrainian stronghold. The claim is unverified.
OPEC+ Influence Fades as China Becomes Oil Market's Swing Force
OPEC+ market share drops to 40% as Iran war blocks exports; China's import cuts now balance global oil prices.
Yen rescue plan echoes Asian crisis playbook, warns ex-diplomat
Ex-FX diplomat Shinohara says US-Japan yen action mirrors Asian crisis dynamics, warns on weak yen risks.
Meta's $18B US Settlement Spurs Global Push for Stricter Child Safety Rules
Meta's record US settlement over teen addiction is fueling global regulatory action, even as Australia struggles to enforce its own social media ban.
Kremlin Warns of Harsh Response to Ukrainian Strikes on Economic Targets
Russia has threatened a harsh response to Ukrainian strikes on its economic and trade infrastructure, while insisting its forces are already advancing and no escalation is needed.
Iran Warns of Full Strait of Hormuz Closure in Response to US Sanctions
A former IRGC commander warns Iran may close the Strait of Hormuz entirely, halting oil exports, in response to new US sanctions.
China Urges US to 'Overcome Obstacles' Ahead of Expected Xi-Trump Meeting
China's top diplomat tells US envoy to manage differences and clear hurdles before a planned Xi-Trump summit next month.
Japan issues highest alert as record rain batters central Hokuriku
Central Japan's Hokuriku region faces unprecedented rainfall, with rivers overflowing and landslides prompting the highest alert level.
Six Months of Middle East Conflict: How Markets Have Been Reshaped
Six months of Middle East conflict have disrupted energy, tested safe havens, and reshaped global markets.
North Korea Vows Strong Response to US Missile Sale to South Korea (2026-08-27)
North Korea condemns US approval of $125 million missile sale to South Korea, vowing a strong and immediate response to hostile acts.
Vietnam PM pushes Chinese investors toward AI, 5G, semiconductors
Vietnam's PM asks Chinese firms to focus on quality tech investments like AI, 5G, and semiconductors, as Chinese pledges grow 31.5%.
Six months on, the Iran war is a stalemate with global fallout
Six months into the US-Israel strikes on Iran, the conflict is a stalemate, hurting Trump's approval, disrupting the global economy, and straining US military readiness.
Pentagon to Present NATO Troop Options to Hegseth by November 6
Pentagon review will give Defense Secretary Hegseth at least four NATO troop options by November 6, evaluating allies on spending and access.
Beijing Urges Washington to Clear Path for High-Level Talks
China's foreign minister has called on the US to work towards removing hurdles to high-level engagement, ahead of a possible Xi visit.
Tate Brothers Face Miami Court as Extradition Battle Intensifies
A US magistrate considers bail for the Tate brothers as they fight extradition to the UK on rape and trafficking charges.