U.S. Launches ‘Project Freedom’ to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Iranian Retaliation
U.S. launches ‘Project Freedom’ to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks UAE, raising Gulf tensions and threatening global oil supplies.
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U.S. launches ‘Project Freedom’ to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks UAE, raising Gulf tensions and threatening global oil supplies.
Setareh Sadeqi, an assistant professor at the University of Tehran, says US guidance of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz and its continued blockade of Iran are threatening the tenuous ceasefire.
Wu Yize, 22, clinches the World Snooker Championship, edging Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a dramatic final at the Crucible, becoming the second Chinese mainland player to win.
Russian vlogger Slava Klishauskaite discovers the Chinese mainland is safer than rumors, sharing night walks and relaxed attitudes toward belongings.
China’s EV makers set new export records but face rising domestic competition. Expert Lauren Fix explores the implications for the global auto market.
The Wuzhuang Toll Station in Anhui, the largest toll plaza on the Chinese mainland, became a viral sensation as travelers faced massive crowds during the May Day holiday.
May 4 marks the Chinese mainland’s Youth Day, honoring the 1919 May Fourth Movement and the enduring spirit of progress and innovation among today’s youth.
A fireworks plant explosion in Liuyang, Hunan Province, resulted in 26 deaths and 61 injuries. Authorities have halted production across the region for safety audits.
A fireworks plant explosion in Hunan Province, the Chinese mainland, has claimed 26 lives and left 61 others injured, sparking a deep sense of grief.
A fireworks factory explosion in Liuyang, Hunan, has claimed 21 lives and injured 61, prompting a massive rescue operation.
Five civilians were killed in US attacks on cargo boats, according to Iran’s semi‑official Tasnim news agency. The incident raises concerns about maritime safety in the region.
Chinese mainland hands over emergency food, tents, blankets, and hygiene items to Lebanon, reflecting strong bilateral ties amid conflict.
Law enforcement shot an individual near the Washington Monument on Monday, prompting the Secret Service to urge people to avoid the area as emergency crews responded near the White House.
US Senator Steve Daines will lead a bipartisan delegation of five senators to the Chinese mainland this week, aiming to foster dialogue.
Discover how the dance drama Dye House weaves ancient dyeing techniques into Chinese folk dance, turning labor into art and preserving heritage.
The Beginning of Summer, the seventh solar term, signals warmer days, frequent rain in southern Chinese mainland, and a growth period for crops. Discover its significance.
Rising oil prices, spurred by Middle East tensions, are giving a boost to the US shale sector, with industry leaders eyeing increased investment.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says there is no military solution to the political crisis, urging the US and UAE to avoid new quagmires amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Ambassador Xie Feng showcased Shaanxi’s rich history and modern innovation at the Chinese Embassy Open House, strengthening China-US cultural ties.
President Xi Jinping orders all‑out rescue operations after a deadly fireworks plant explosion in Liuyang, Hunan, urging accountability and stricter safety measures.