President Trump Hosts Xi in High-Profile Meeting, But No Major Breakthrough Announced

Trump highlighted progress in US-China trade ties, while Xi stressed that the two countries should pursue healthy competition and ensure fair treatment for their companies.

US Reaffirms Support for Japan, South Korea and Taiwan Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit

The ministers also backed Taiwan’s meaningful participation in appropriate international organizations and reaffirmed their commitment to North Korea’s complete denuclearization.

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Dies; Dubai Announces 10-Day Mourning

Sheikh Ahmed, the youngest son of former Dubai Ruler Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, graduated from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 1975.

Pro-Putin Party Set for Victory as Russia Holds Wartime Elections Amid Moscow Drone Strikes

The election was held amid a major Ukrainian drone assault targeting Moscow and other Russian regions.

AfD Takes Lead as Merz Calls Result a ‘Disaster’ in Germany’s Worst Postwar State Election

Merz called the result a disaster but vowed to remain in office and continue his reform agenda.