An unofficial network for technology exchange and drone supplies operates between the countries. Taiwan is studying the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to prepare its own society for war.
The US Army launched a Tomahawk missile from the Typhon system in the Philippines for the first time. China accused the US of destabilization and demands the immediate removal of the weapons.
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.
The United States is promoting a resolution at the UN calling for increased sanctions against Iran, or the use of force against it for obstructing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The restrictions targeted 35 individuals and companies involved in the supply of UAV components and the recruitment of migrants. The sanctions affected firms from the PRC and Thailand.
The countries have agreed to deploy up to 3,000 troops, 5 ships, and 10 aircraft at each other's bases. India has also gained access to the Arctic.
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.
In China, more than two dozen people were killed and several dozen more injured after an explosion at a pyrotechnics factory.
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.
The US is preparing a UN resolution to ban Iran from mining the Strait of Hormuz and charging fees. The previous document was blocked by China and Russia.
Due to fear of assassination attempts, Putin has restricted travel and tightened control over the elites. Experts consider the regime stable despite growing internal tension.
The European Commission is blocking funding for Huawei solar inverters due to risks to energy grids. The ban also applies to manufacturers from the Russian Federation, Iran, and the DPRK.
IRGC intelligence claimed a narrowing of US options due to diplomatic pressure. Trump must choose between a military operation and a deal with Iran.
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.
China has ordered companies to ignore US sanctions against five refineries for trading with Iran. Beijing called these restrictions illegal and a violation of the norms of law.
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.
Ukraine ranked 55th in the press freedom index, overtaking the United States. The global level of media freedom has dropped to a 25-year historical low.
The US is delaying the delivery of missile systems to allies due to weapon shortages caused by the war in Iran. The lack of weaponry is already negatively impacting Ukraine's defense.
Beijing urges the UN not to terminate the UNIFIL mission mandate due to the lack of a truce. Diplomats believe that reducing forces now is premature.
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.
Iran's Supreme Leader will defend nuclear potential despite US sanctions. Trump initiates the creation of an international coalition to unblock shipping.
The US has banned PRC laboratories from testing electronics for its market due to a perceived threat to national security. The operations of Chinese data centers have also been restricted. At the same time, 75% of all electronics entering the US are tested in China.
The easing of export rules in Japan allows for the start of negotiations on the supply of military equipment. Ukraine is also proposing joint production of air defense systems and drones.
The US administration is forming a coalition to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Partners will coordinate sanctions and information sharing.
The share of Chinese imports of sanctioned goods to the Russian Federation has risen to 90%. This allows Moscow to ramp up the production of missiles and drones for the war.
Both countries have different long-term goals. China advocates for its global dominance, while Russia seeks to focus on forming its own region where it would have unconditional dominance.
The US plans to deploy Dark Eagle missiles for strikes against targets deep inside Iran. The range of the new hypersonic weapon exceeds 2,700 kilometers.
Hetmantsev called for the development of the defense industry and arms exports through the Defence City special regime. Ukraine ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending.
Asia implements emergency measures and taps into reserves amid energy crisis. Experts predict fuel shortages and rising commodity prices.
Nebenzya justified Iran's restrictions on shipping at the UN and compared the West to pirates. He also condemned strikes on Russian tankers at sea.
