China Expert Gao Blasts PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Threats as Illegal
Victor Gao says PM Takaichi’s threats to send Japanese forces to Taiwan breach Japan’s Constitution and historical pacts, risking UN backlash.
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Israel’s Military Sacks Generals Over October 7 Hamas Breach
Israel’s military dismissed three generals and disciplined other officers this week, blaming them for failing to stop Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack after a report highlighted systemic failures.
Zhao Leji Visits New Zealand to Boost China-NZ Cooperation 🌏🤝
China’s top legislator Zhao Leji visited New Zealand from Nov 19 to 22 to deepen cooperation in trade, culture and global governance.
Iran Slams Israel Over Killing of Hezbollah Commander in Beirut
Iran condemns Israel’s Beirut strike that killed Hezbollah commander Haytham Ali Tabatabai, calling it a breach of the Nov 2024 ceasefire and Lebanon’s sovereignty.
UAE Alerts Travelers: Public Chargers Could Hack Your Phone
UAE Cyber Security Council warns of ‘juice jacking’ at public chargers: 79% of travelers risk data breaches. Learn the red flags and stay safe on the go!
US-Ukraine Geneva Talks Show Progress, Gaps Remain
US and Ukraine said their Geneva talks on a 28-point peace plan made solid progress but key differences remain, as diplomats work to narrow gaps.
Mexico’s Military on High Alert After Trump Threats
Mexico’s army is on high alert after President Trump threatened to send U.S. forces to fight drug cartels in Latin America, raising tensions on the Mexico–U.S. border.
Mexico’s Solar Boom: North America’s New Clean-Energy Hub ☀️
Mexico’s solar production and exports surged in 2025, driven by regional demand and partnerships with companies from the Chinese mainland, cementing its role as North America’s clean-energy hub.
G20 Jo’burg Summit Unites 19 Nations Despite U.S. Boycott
This weekend’s G20 Johannesburg summit saw 19 nations back a 122-point declaration for multilateralism and Global South empowerment—despite a U.S. boycott.
U.S. Plans Venezuela Operations as Airlines Halt Flights
Amid rising tensions, the U.S. gears up for a new crackdown in Venezuela as airlines suspend flights over security alerts, with covert action and military deployments on the table.