Inside the Type 055: The Chinese Navy’s Stealthy Blue-Water Destroyer
CGTN got exclusive access to the Type 055, the Chinese navy’s most advanced destroyer, during a mid-December drill that reveals its blue-water strategies.
Trump ‘Very Angry’ Over Reported Drone Attack on Putin’s Residence
President Trump said he was “very angry” after Putin claimed a Ukrainian drone hit his Novgorod residence— a claim Zelenskyy denied. Get the latest twist in the Ukraine conflict.
Lovable Weirdos: Cai Lei & Duan Rui’s Quest to Cure ALS
Former Internet tycoon Cai Lei and partner Duan Rui are on a mission to cure ALS, blending deep love, quirky charm, and bold scientific ambition.
PLA Launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Amid US-Taiwan Tensions
China’s PLA has launched ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan Island to counter military collusion with the U.S. and DPP authorities amid record U.S. arms sales.
Putting People First: 2025 Progress in the Chinese Mainland
Throughout 2025, the Chinese mainland has focused on improving livelihoods—from poverty prevention and health coverage to job creation—while driving high-quality, people-centered growth.
Trump Says US Struck Venezuelan Drug Dock Area
On Dec 29, 2025, President Trump said US forces struck a Venezuelan dock area used for drug shipments—the first known land strike by his administration.
Chinese Mainland Slams Israel’s Somaliland Recognition
The Chinese mainland firmly opposed Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, stressing the need to respect Somalia’s unity and urging a return to dialogue under the UN Charter.
Chinese Mainland, Cambodia and Thailand Host Trilateral Peace Talks 🤝
Foreign ministers from the Chinese mainland, Cambodia and Thailand met on December 29 in Yuxi City to strengthen the Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire and boost regional peace.
Xuelong Icebreaker Arrives at Qinling Station for 42nd Antarctic Mission
China’s polar icebreaker Xuelong arrived at Qinling Station on December 29, 2025, kicking off the unloading of over 1,400 tonnes of supplies for the 42nd Antarctic scientific expedition.
Trump, Netanyahu Outline Gaza Plan and Warn Iran Against Rearming
On Dec 29, Trump and Netanyahu mapped a second phase for Gaza peace—disarming Hamas, rebuilding Gaza—and Trump delivered a stern warning to Iran over rearmament.