
Russia, Ukraine Set for Key Peace Talks in Istanbul on June 2
Russia and Ukraine prepare for critical peace negotiations in Istanbul on June 2, with both sides exchanging proposals and U.S. involvement signaling renewed diplomatic efforts.
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Russia and Ukraine prepare for critical peace negotiations in Istanbul on June 2, with both sides exchanging proposals and U.S. involvement signaling renewed diplomatic efforts.
UNMISS Force Commander Lt. Gen. Mohan Subramanian praises Chinese peacekeepers’ professionalism ahead of International Day of UN Peacekeepers.
Hamas announces agreement with US envoy on Gaza ceasefire framework, including hostage-prisoner swaps. Israel’s response remains pending amid regional tensions.
China and Pacific Island nations deepen cooperation at Xiamen summit, focusing on climate resilience, healthcare, and $6.3B trade growth through face-to-face diplomacy.
U.S. President Trump calls for a 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard, citing concerns over admissions and campus policies. Legal battles escalate as funding hangs in balance.
A U.S. federal court blocks Trump’s plan to impose sweeping tariffs, citing overreach of authority. Implications for global trade in focus.
Chinese agronomy teacher Ren Aizhi shares her journey improving Tonga’s agricultural education through technology and hands-on training, with plans to expand initiatives this year.
Haiti grapples with worst hunger crisis in decades as over 5 million face acute food shortages, highlighting global food security challenges on World Hunger Day.
New data reveals record levels of anti-Muslim incidents in the US during Gaza tensions, with 2023 marking a 48% surge in reported cases.
A U.S. federal court blocked Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs, ruling presidential overreach in trade policy. The decision impacts businesses and challenges executive authority.
China’s Tianwen-2 probe launches on historic mission to retrieve asteroid samples and study a comet, advancing space exploration capabilities.
China’s Tianwen-2 mission launches to retrieve asteroid samples, exploring solar system origins in a decade-long space endeavor.
China and Pacific Islands Countries agree on five cooperation pillars covering economic ties, climate action, and cultural exchanges during landmark Xiamen forum.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasizes mutual respect and cooperation with Pacific Island Countries at the third foreign ministers’ meeting in Xiamen.
China and Pacific Island Countries reaffirm commitment to mutual development, climate action, and upholding the One-China principle in latest diplomatic talks.
Chinese astronauts aboard the Shenzhou-20 mission send heartfelt Children’s Day greetings from space, sharing inspirational stories about childhood dreams and space exploration.
Chinese FM Wang Yi calls for international climate cooperation at Pacific meeting, reaffirming China’s commitment to Paris Agreement goals amid global challenges.
China’s adult scientific literacy reaches 44%, with 440 million meeting basic standards, signaling progress toward a 2035 knowledge-driven society.
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng invites U.S. financial institutions to deepen cooperation, highlighting China’s commitment to high-level economic opening and global growth.
China urges the U.S. to protect international students’ rights amid reports of visa restrictions, emphasizing the importance of educational cooperation.