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Israel
Israeli soldiers jailed for desecration of Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon
In the latest ‘anti-Christian’ act by Israeli forces, a soldier put a cigarette in the mouth of the statue while the other took a photo.
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China shipbuilding
The US tried to rein in China’s shipyards. Now, they are even more dominant
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
US-China negotiations seek a quick Seoul search for deals ahead of Trump’s visit
11 May 2026 - 9:00PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Chinese smart cars set to control 20% of western European market by 2028: JPMorgan
Amid surging demand for electrification and a worldwide energy crisis, domestic carmakers can benefit from the stepped-up ‘go-global’ drive.
11 May 2026 - 8:49PM
2026 Xi-Trump summit
China readies for Trump visit amid rebound in trade growth
Surging Chinese exports will bolster the nation’s position with the US as the two countries ready for trade talks and a presidential summit this week.
11 May 2026 - 5:03PM
China inflation
China’s producer, consumer inflation up in April as Iran war pressures persist
Factory-gate prices increased 2.8 per cent last month and consumer prices were up 1.2 per cent, surpassing expectations as fuel costs rise.
11 May 2026 - 4:43PM
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
China confirms dates for Donald Trump’s state visit to Beijing
Trip will be first to the country by a US president since 2017 and include two bilateral meetings, according to White House.
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
What to expect from this week’s Trump 2.0 visit to Beijing
Nearly a decade after his first-term visit, Trump returns to Beijing amid tensions over tariffs, Taiwan and tech rivalry.
11 May 2026 - 9:15AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump, Tehran and a Qatari tanker transit: here’s what happened overnight
US leader calls Iran’s response to its peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable’, while a Qatari ship passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
11 May 2026 - 4:18PM
Israel
Israel’s election may end the Netanyahu era but not the ‘forever wars’
After nearly two decades and six terms in office, Israel’s prime minister could be on his way out. But little looks likely to change.
11 May 2026 - 8:00AM
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Middle East
Jailed Iran Nobel laureate transferred to hospital after medical crisis
Narges Mohammadi’s transfer comes after days of pleading by her family and others who described her condition as critical.
11 May 2026 - 1:21PM
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Middle East
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The problem no one is naming as the UAE dramatically exits Opec
The fighting over oil production quotas was the symptom. Security realignment is the disease.
11 May 2026 - 8:11AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
‘Playing games’: Trump calls Iran’s response to US peace proposal ‘unacceptable’
Both sides remain far apart as Tehran demands war reparations and control of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iran state TV.
11 May 2026 - 10:57AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Netanyahu says war ‘not over’ until Iran’s uranium is physically removed
Israeli leader says nuclear material must be ‘taken out’, as US-Iran ceasefire remains tenuous.
11 May 2026 - 11:44AM
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
China, US confirm Seoul trade talks days before Trump-Xi summit in Beijing
Meeting follows Paris round in March and a video call in April as both sides prepare for Trump’s state visit.
11 May 2026 - 4:17AM
South Korea
‘Unidentified aircraft’ hit Korean cargo ship in Hormuz on Monday: Seoul
Iran has denied responsibility for the attack, with its embassy in Seoul stating that it rejects and denies any allegations of involvement.
10 May 2026 - 10:57PM
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
Could military AI use be on the agenda when Chinese and US leaders meet?
The technology has become increasingly important for militaries around the world, but the two sides may struggle to reach a consensus.
11 May 2026 - 2:10PM
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US-China relations
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China shouldn’t view a tired US as signifying a Europe ready to pivot
As fractures within the US’ network of alliances deepen, China’s strategic window opens a little wider, with some key caveats.
10 May 2026 - 8:30PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Why war on Iran may be ‘accelerating end of US hegemony’ and damaging Stargate
Washington is fighting the ‘wrong war’ and Tehran is able to undermine the US president’s key AI strategy, an event in Beijing told.
10 May 2026 - 6:01PM
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China-EU relations
Could Spain’s ‘compliment sandwich’ approach to China work for the EU?
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s recent visit to Beijing illustrates ‘delicate equilibrium’, analyst says as others voice scepticism.
10 May 2026 - 5:00PM
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Americas and the Caribbean
EVs surge in Bolivia amid fuel shortages, ‘junk gas’ scandal
The number of electric vehicles in Bolivia climbed from 500 to 3,352 in the last five years, and is set to triple again as broad appeal rises.
10 May 2026 - 4:52PM
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Iran responds to US proposal, as Qatari tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz
The response, sent via Pakistan, focuses on ending the war on all fronts, especially Lebanon, and on the safety of shipping in the waterway.
11 May 2026 - 12:19AM
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China-Philippines relations
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3 reasons Marcos’ South China Sea energy gambit won’t work
The Philippine president has mooted the idea of joint oil and gas development. China is willing, but history shows this road leads nowhere.
10 May 2026 - 12:00PM
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US-China relations
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China’s challenges in engaging with the US during the Middle East war
China needs the global system to succeed. So it must not get entangled with Iran nor jeopardise US relations over Taiwan.
10 May 2026 - 10:08AM
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My Take
My Take
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Starmer was right about political change. But this is not what he planned
Frustrated voters continue to shun Britain’s two major parties in favour of upstart challengers such as Reform UK. But now their credentials will be tested.
9 May 2026 - 11:08PM
2026 Xi-Trump summit
Trump heads to China weakened as Xi gains leverage ahead of summit
Iran war, tariff setbacks and sliding US poll numbers reshape the balance going into next week’s high-stakes talks.
9 May 2026 - 10:03PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US-Iran war no closer to ending as Gulf clashes flare
Recent days have seen the biggest flare-ups in fighting in and around the Strait of Hormuz since a ceasefire began a month ago.
9 May 2026 - 8:56PM
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
Xi-Trump summit: why the Iran war could become fresh point of friction
Both China and the US stand to gain from reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but they view the crisis through different lenses.
9 May 2026 - 5:04PM
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