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World·4h ago

Trump asked China’s President if he wants to buy U.S. arms, Ambassador says

During a recent state visit, President Trump inquired if China's President Xi Jinping would be interested in purchasing U.S. arms, according to U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue. This remark, made amid ongoing discussions about U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, could significantly alter longstanding U.S. policy towards China and Taiwan. The U.S. is obligated to assist Taiwan in its defense, although the commitment to military intervention in the event of a Chinese invasion remains ambiguous.

The Hindu International

World·3h ago

14 killed, a dozen missing as Nepal is hit by more floods and landslides

Heavy rainfall in Nepal has resulted in at least 14 fatalities and 11 individuals reported missing due to floods and landslides. The Chitwan district experienced the most severe impact, while 49 districts are under flood warnings, including regions that were affected by a previous disaster that claimed 1,450 lives.

Al Jazeera

World·6h ago

Russia hits Ukraine’s largest mobile provider, strikes data centres

Russia's Defence Ministry reported that it targeted Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest mobile service provider, and a data centre belonging to Vodafone Ukraine, the second-largest provider. The strikes occurred amid ongoing attacks on Ukrainian communications infrastructure, resulting in service outages affecting approximately 100,000 households in Kyiv and surrounding areas. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that the attacks included injuries to civilians, including two children.

The Hindu International

World·8h ago

One dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey

A powerful nor'easter storm has impacted the northeastern United States, particularly New York and New Jersey, leading to one fatality and widespread disruptions. A man in Brooklyn was killed by a falling tree during the storm, which has caused significant coastal flooding, power outages affecting over 160,000 households, and the cancellation of numerous events, including concerts and sports games. Officials have warned residents to avoid travel and prepare for severe weather conditions, including strong winds and heavy rainfall.

BBC World

World·11h ago

5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near RAF Fairford Air Base in UK

Five individuals were arrested by British counterterrorism police after three suspicious vehicles were observed heading towards RAF Fairford early on Sunday. The airbase is known for being used by U.S. forces.

NYT World (RSS)

Crime·12h ago

U.K. police arrest five for preparing ‘terrorist act’ as incident near air base probed

British counter-terrorism police arrested five men on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near the RAF Fairford air base, which is used by the U.S. Air Force. The arrests followed reports of suspicious vehicles approaching the base, prompting the evacuation of approximately 85 households in the nearby village of Whelford and the deployment of army bomb disposal experts. The investigation is ongoing, with officials confirming that no U.S. personnel were involved in the incident.

The Hindu International