Asia
US
Trump, Xi to Hold Talks on Trade, Iran and AI
Trump and China’s Xi are set to meet in Beijing this week for talks expected to cover trade, Iran, Taiwan, artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear issues.
May 11, 2026
War in Ukraine
China Reportedly Seeks Return of Captured Soldiers in Ukraine
The two Chinese nationals captured by Ukraine after fighting for Moscow remains in Kyiv’s custody a year after their capture.
Updated: May 6, 2026
Ukraine
China Becomes Main Gateway for Russia’s Sanctioned Tech Imports
Russia’s reliance on China for sanctioned technology has deepened, despite EU sanction efforts to curb supplies critical to the Kremlin’s war effort.
April 30, 2026
Russia
OPINION: Azerbaijan Today as Seen by Its Democratic Opposition
Azerbaijan’s democratic opposition offers a lens to Ukraine and the world on the case of Ali Karimli and the human rights situation in its country.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
North Korea Confirms Suicide Rule for Soldiers to Avoid Capture by Ukraine
The dictator confirmed for the first time that North Korean troops fighting Ukraine are ordered to kill themselves to avoid capture.
April 29, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Exploits Migrants to Fuel War, Plans 18,500 Recruits – Ukrainian Intelligence
Russia plans to recruit 18,500 foreigners in 2026, using quotas, pressure, and legal vulnerability to fuel its war effort, according to Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR).
April 28, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Duma Praises North Korea for Backing Troops in Kursk
Moscow acknowledged Pyongyang’s military assistance after North Korean troops were deployed to counter Ukrainian offensive operations in western Russia.
April 27, 2026
Europe
China Protests EU Sanctions on Its Companies in 20th Russia-Related Package
Beijing demanded the immediate removal of its firms from the new EU sanctions list, warning of “necessary measures” to protect Chinese interests and a breakdown in bilateral trust.
April 26, 2026
US
Taiwan Defense Concerns Rise After US Munitions Depletion in Iran War
Unnamed US officials have warned that stockpile shortages could limit the US’s ability to respond to a potential conflict with China in the near term.
April 24, 2026
Energy
Russia Agrees to Supply Indonesia With Up to 150 Million Barrels of Oil
The deal follows Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to Moscow as Jakarta seeks to secure alternative oil supplies amid Middle East disruptions.
April 23, 2026
Europe
Moscow Confirms Russia Will Halt Kazakh Oil Flows to Germany via Druzhba
Moscow said flows will be redirected from May, citing technical constraints after recent disruptions.
April 22, 2026
Iran
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire as Vance Pakistan Trip Is Called Off
The US president said Tehran must submit terms for a permanent end to the conflict, while Washington keeps its port blockade and diplomacy in Islamabad is put on hold.
April 22, 2026
War in Ukraine
India Expands List of Russian Insurers Covering Oil Tankers
Meanwhile, India continues importing crude from Moscow amid sanctions and shipping constraints.
April 20, 2026
Russia
Did Russia Receive New Su-57 Stealth Fighter Export Contracts?
Russia’s arms conglomerate Rostec has hinted at “several” countries that had “already contracted for the Russian fighter” in a press release ahead of a Malaysian arms expo.
April 16, 2026
Putin
Putin May Visit China in May Amid Planned Trump Trip
Russian President Vladimir Putin could visit China in May, potentially around the same time as a planned trip by US President Donald Trump, Russian media reported.
April 15, 2026
US
Chinese AI Firms Track US Troop Movements in Iran War
Private Chinese companies are using artificial intelligence and open-source data to monitor US carrier groups and airbases, raising new security concerns in Washington.
April 5, 2026
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