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Trump expects a response from Iran regarding ending the war and opening the strait. The plan involves lifting the blockade of ports in exchange for free navigation.
The administration of US President Trump has appealed a court ruling declaring the 10% import tariffs illegal. Meanwhile, the legal battle is still ongoing.
The court ruled Trump's 10% tariffs illegal, but blocked them only for specific plaintiffs. For all other importers, the restrictions will remain in effect until July.
Abbas Araghchi met with Wang Yi in Beijing on the eve of the US-China summit. The parties discussed the war and oil exports amid tightening US sanctions.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping will discuss the status of Taiwan during a meeting in Beijing on May 14-15. The US seeks to avoid destabilization in the region.
Scott Bessent urged Beijing to use diplomacy to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. The issue will be discussed by Trump and Xi Jinping at the summit in Beijing.
The US President plans to visit China on May 14-15 to stabilize economic relations. The parties will discuss sanctions and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
In Beijing, a Unitree robot began aggressively flailing its limbs during a dance due to a malfunction. Organizers stopped the device in time and cut its power.
The US will punish the payment of fees to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The ban applies to any payments, even under the guise of charity.
The NOC has recognized Oksana Livach and Alina Dmytruk as the best female athletes of April. Livach won European gold, while the young Dmytruk took bronze at the World Championships.
Oleksii Sereda and Mark Hrytsenko took second place in the synchronized 10m platform event. The Ukrainians scored 404.28 points at the competition in Beijing.
The new model was showcased at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show under the premium brand Fang Cheng Bao. The vehicle has become part of the company's new direction focused on luxury and high-performance electric vehicles.
The Italian government has approved the extradition of Xu Jiawei, whom the US accuses of cyberattacks. He is suspected of stealing COVID-19 research for the benefit of China.
China has sharply reacted to the inclusion of its companies in EU sanctions against Russia and calls for their immediate cancellation. Beijing stated harm to relations and threatens protective measures.
The autonomous Honor robot covered 21 km in 50 minutes and 26 seconds at a race in Beijing. This is faster than the current human record held by Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo.
The Chinese president hosted leaders from Spain, Vietnam, and the UAE to strengthen ties. Global powers are seeking stability in China amid Trump's tense policies.
Lavrov announced Russia's readiness to supply resources to Beijing amid the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. China is looking for a replacement for 40% of its oil imports due to the crisis in the region.
The US-blacklisted vessel Rich Starry attempts to pass through the strait after Iran's blockade announcement. Traders have suspended operations due to collision risks.
Beijing announced the resumption of flights, tourism, and imports from Taiwan. Official Taipei called these steps a tool of political pressure from the PRC.
The DPRK leader met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to strengthen their alliance. Kim Jong Un reaffirmed his one-China policy and expanded cooperation.
The foreign ministers of China and North Korea held talks in Pyongyang on strengthening communication. The parties agreed to strengthen exchanges ahead of Trump's visit.
The Chinese regulator will require AI avatars to be labeled and will prohibit them from virtual relationships with children. New rules also strengthen personal data protection.
Donald Trump has postponed his visit to China until May due to the war against Iran. The US President plans to discuss key issues with the Chinese leader in Beijing.
The US President postponed the meeting with Xi Jinping by five or six weeks. The reason for the delay was the war with Iran and the issue of the security of the Strait of Hormuz.
The railway connection between Beijing and Pyongyang resumes on Thursday. Train K27 will arrive in the North Korean capital after a stop in Dandong.
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected five Chinese aircraft in its air defense identification zone after a pause. The US sent a Poseidon reconnaissance aircraft through the Taiwan Strait.
At the factory in Beijing, Xiaomi robots completed 90. 2% of tasks in three hours. Humanoids successfully tighten nuts on the chassis, keeping pace with the production line.
China's Ministry of National Defense called the United States "the biggest source of uncertainty for the international nuclear order. " Beijing called on Washington to take primary responsibility for nuclear disarmament.
During a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Xi Jinping stated the need for equal participation of all parties in negotiations for peace in Ukraine. The German Chancellor called on China to use its influence on Moscow to end the war.
US President Donald Trump mentioned China only once in his record-breaking speech to Congress, avoiding criticism ahead of his trip to Beijing. This is due to the weakening of the US position in trade negotiations and Trump's desire to strike a deal.