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Trump backs ‘status quo’ on Taiwan – US envoy to United Nations
Mike Waltz said Washington maintains its policy of “strategic ambiguity” regarding tensions with China over the island
May 16, 2026 00:11
What did Trump and Xi achieve in Beijing?
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The American and Chinese presidents talked Iran, Taiwan, and trade, but found little to agree on
May 15, 2026 20:24
Rubio responds to China’s warning over Taiwan
The US secretary of state insists that Washington’s policy on the island is “unchanged” after Xi Jinping said mishandling the issue could lead to conflict
May 15, 2026 07:36
US intel fears Iran war handed China strategic advantage – WaPo
Beijing has used the conflict to reach out to the Gulf and Indo-Pacific nations while gaining a better understanding of the US military, the newspaper says
May 14, 2026 11:52
Xi warns Trump over Taiwan
A standoff over the island could put the two nations into “a very dangerous situation,” the Chinese leader has said
May 14, 2026 07:36
Trump-Xi summit begins in Beijing (VIDEOS)
The leaders are meeting amid tensions in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
May 14, 2026 02:39
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Three killed in major Ukrainian drone raid on Moscow: What we know so far (PHOTOS, VIDEO)
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