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Taiwan Arms F-16V Squadrons with US Missiles Amid Mounting Tensions
In the wake of escalating tensions with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China, Taiwan has equipped its most advanced fighter squadrons with cutting-edge air-to-air missiles. The Taiwan air force announced that it has procured AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles from the United States, arming their F-16 Viper squadrons which are tasked with managing PLA fly-bys. 
In the wake of escalating tensions with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China, Taiwan has equipped its most advanced fighter squadrons with cutting-edge air-to-air missiles. The Taiwan air force announced that it has procured AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles from the United States, arming their F-16 Viper squadrons which are tasked with managing PLA fly-bys. -
China Censures G7 Summit's Stance, Labels It 'Anti-China Workshop'
China has issued strong criticism of the recent G7 summit, labeling it an "anti-China workshop". This response follows declarations by the G7 singling out China on several issues including Taiwan, nuclear weapons, economic coercion, and human rights. 
China has issued strong criticism of the recent G7 summit, labeling it an "anti-China workshop". This response follows declarations by the G7 singling out China on several issues including Taiwan, nuclear weapons, economic coercion, and human rights. -
Vietnam Chides China and Philippines Over Actions in South China Sea
Vietnam has expressed strong criticism against recent activities by a Chinese research vessel and the Philippine coast guard in the contested South China Sea, charging both countries with infringing upon its sovereign rights. 
Vietnam has expressed strong criticism against recent activities by a Chinese research vessel and the Philippine coast guard in the contested South China Sea, charging both countries with infringing upon its sovereign rights. -
Valuation Down by a Third! Shein Raises Another $2 Billion, Valued at $66 Billion, Aims for 40% Revenue Growth this Year
Amid a worsening macroeconomic environment, a drop in valuation, and challenges from Temu, fast-fashion newcomer Shein faces increased uncertainty. 
Amid a worsening macroeconomic environment, a drop in valuation, and challenges from Temu, fast-fashion newcomer Shein faces increased uncertainty. -
Ex-British PM Truss Champions Taiwan, Challenges Western 'Appeasement' of China
In a bold move that risks straining UK-China relations, former British Prime Minister Liz Truss will champion Taiwan's democratic sovereignty and criticize Western appeasement of China in a speech during her visit to the self-governed island. 
In a bold move that risks straining UK-China relations, former British Prime Minister Liz Truss will champion Taiwan's democratic sovereignty and criticize Western appeasement of China in a speech during her visit to the self-governed island. -
India-Russia Negotiations on Rupee-Based Trade Settlements Suspended
India and Russia have halted their efforts to establish bilateral trade settlements in rupees after several months of unsuccessful negotiations. Moscow remains unconvinced about holding rupees in its reserves, according to two Indian government officials and a source with direct knowledge of the situation. 
India and Russia have halted their efforts to establish bilateral trade settlements in rupees after several months of unsuccessful negotiations. Moscow remains unconvinced about holding rupees in its reserves, according to two Indian government officials and a source with direct knowledge of the situation. -
US Accused by Russia of Orchestrating Drone Attack on Kremlin; Ukrainian Cities Targeted
On Thursday, Russia claimed that the United States was responsible for a drone attack on the Kremlin, allegedly intended to assassinate President Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, Russian forces launched combat drone strikes against Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv. 
On Thursday, Russia claimed that the United States was responsible for a drone attack on the Kremlin, allegedly intended to assassinate President Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, Russian forces launched combat drone strikes against Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv. -
Russia Alleges Failed Drone Assassination Attempt on Putin, Ukraine Denies Involvement
On Wednesday, Russia accused Ukraine of orchestrating a botched drone assassination attempt on President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin citadel in Moscow. The Kremlin stated that it reserved the right to retaliate. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's senior aide, Mykhailo Podolyak, denied Kyiv's involvement in the alleged incident, suggesting that the Kremlin could use the event as a pretext for further attacks on Ukraine. 
On Wednesday, Russia accused Ukraine of orchestrating a botched drone assassination attempt on President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin citadel in Moscow. The Kremlin stated that it reserved the right to retaliate. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's senior aide, Mykhailo Podolyak, denied Kyiv's involvement in the alleged incident, suggesting that the Kremlin could use the event as a pretext for further attacks on Ukraine. -
India and China Advocate for 'Multiple Pathways' in Reducing Fossil Fuel Dependence
India, with China's support, is pushing for consensus within the G20 group to allow countries to choose their own approach to reducing carbon emissions, rather than imposing a deadline for phasing out fossil fuels, according to three anonymous Indian government officials. India, with China's support, is pushing for consensus within the G20 group to allow countries to choose their own approach to reducing carbon emissions, rather than imposing a deadline for phasing out fossil fuels, according to three anonymous Indian government officials. -
Russian Defense Minister Urges Doubling Missile Production for Success in Ukraine
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu emphasized the importance of weapon production and front line arms supply in determining the outcome of Moscow's "special military operation" in Ukraine. 
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu emphasized the importance of weapon production and front line arms supply in determining the outcome of Moscow's "special military operation" in Ukraine.
