Exclusive: China weighs curbs on exports of solar manufacturing equipment to US - Reuters

Exclusive: China weighs curbs on exports of solar manufacturing equipment to US  Reuters

Magyar to meet Hungarian president as Trump says next PM 'a good man'

The man who ended Viktor Orbán's 16 years of continuous rule, Péter Magyar, is calling for a speedy transfer of power.

China’s Xi Meets Russia’s Foreign Minister Lavrov in Beijing - Bloomberg.com

China’s Xi Meets Russia’s Foreign Minister Lavrov in Beijing  Bloomberg.com

U.S. sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze Iran

The deployment includes sailors and Marines due to arrive as the administration attempts to enforce a maritime blockade against the regime in Tehran.

By Dan Lamothe

Trump warns US-UK trade deal ‘can always be changed’ with relations in ‘sad state’

President says he gave Britain ‘better deal than I had to’ but ally was ‘not there when we needed them’ on Iran Donald Trump has threatened to row back on the trade deal the US signed with the UK last year, in his latest salvo against the British government over sharp differences about the US’s approach to the Middle East. The US president said the economic deal struck with the UK, which cut some of his tariffs on cars, aluminium and steel, was “better than I had to” and that it could “always...

By Pippa Crerar Political editor

Trump slams Italian prime minister, one of his few remaining European allies

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Italian journalist Viviana Mazza {vee-VYAAN-ah MAH-tsah} about President Trump's criticism of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, one of few remaining allies in Europe.

By A Martínez

Blockade 101: American sea power on display as Trump corners Iran and warns off China

Trump's naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz pressures Iran on nuclear ambitions while sending a stark message to China about U.S. maritime dominance.

Iran war: What is happening on day 47 of the US-Iran conflict?

US President Donald Trump has signalled a possible second round of talks with Iran in the coming days.

US allies won’t join Trump’s war — but they can’t escape the fallout - CNN

US allies won’t join Trump’s war — but they can’t escape the fallout  CNN

Russia offers China energy lifeline as the Iran war strangles global supply

"Russia can certainly fill the resource gap that has arisen in China," Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday.

US restores full sanctions on Russian oil after waiver expires – Politico

US sanctions on Russian oil have returned to full force after a temporary waiver expired under Trump's administration.

By Olha Kovalchuk,Anastasia Protz

China cements Russia ties as both win from US war

Russia can help China and other nations weather energy supply disruptions stemming from the war in Iran, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. “Russia can, without a doubt, compensate for the shortfall in resources that has arisen”, Lavrov told reporters in response to a question about the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He also said that Chinese-Russian ties are “unshakeable in the face of any storms”. Lavrov confirmed that Russian...

By Brian Rhoads,Raymond Ma

Ambassadors meet for historic talks in US amid deeply fraught Lebanon-Israel tensions

Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome Simon Mabon, Professor of International Politics and Director of the Richardson Institute for Peace Studies at Lancaster University, specialising in Middle East studies. He is also Director of SEPAD (the Sectarianism, Proxies and De-Sectarianization Project). He sees the current conflict between Lebanon and Israel as one defined more by layered, overlapping sovereignties. The scheduled talks between Israeli and Lebanese officials are, on the surface, historica...

By FRANCE24

Countries split on plan to create a separate joint European army

NATO chief Mark Rutte has dismissed calls for a European army

By Sergio Goncalves

Dr. Oz’s stunned reaction to Trump’s soda and cancer theory: ‘Are you kidding me!?’

King Charles, Queen Camilla not to meet Epstein survivors during historic US visit — here’s why

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By TOI World Desk

US-Iran war: Is Trump planning to extend ceasefire? POTUS' big claim, ‘You’re going to be watching…’

President Donald Trump has revealed whether he is planning to extend the ceasefire amid the US-Iran war, and if he thinks it will be “necessary.”

Americans’ views of China improve ahead of Trump-Xi summit: Survey - The Straits Times

Americans’ views of China improve ahead of Trump-Xi summit: Survey  The Straits Times

Indian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week For US Trade Talks

The pact was initially slated for signing in March, but changes in the tariff landscape following a US Supreme Court ruling have altered the situation.

Xi meets Russian FM as leaders flock to China over Middle East war

China’s President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday, Chinese state media said, as a string of leaders of countries impacted by the Middle East war flock to Beijing. Lavrov joins Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vietnam’s President To Lam in meeting with Xi this week. The Russian diplomat told a news conference after meeting Xi that Moscow could “compensate” for China’s energy shortages as shipp...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Xi meets Russian official as leaders flock to China over Middle East war

Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Moscow could "compensate" for China's energy shortages as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains choked by the Iran war.

Seoul shared ship info with US, Gulf nations as well as Iran: minister

Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Wednesday that South Korea shared information on its vessels stranded in the Persian Gulf not only with Iran but also with Gulf countries and the United States, as part of efforts to ensure their safety. Cho made the remarks during a plenary session of the National Assembly’s Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee in Seoul, responding to a question from Rep. Kim Ki-woong of the main opposition People Power Party on whether Seoul had provided details on 26 South

By The Korea Herald

Diplomats try to arrange a second round of US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade - 毎日新聞

Diplomats try to arrange a second round of US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade  毎日新聞

US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks

"I think a deal is preferable because then they can rebuild," says US President Donald Trump.

Europe's fallback plan if U.S. exits NATO is gaining traction - report

Russia ready to help China with energy ahead of Putin’s visit, foreign minister says

Russia is ready to increase energy supplies to China ahead of an expected visit by President Vladimir Putin, Russian news agencies quoted Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as saying on Wednesday at a news conference in Beijing. The agencies quoted Lavrov as saying that the visit would take place in the first half of the year, […]

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FM Lavrov Pledges Energy Support to China After Meeting With Xi

“Russia can certainly fill the resource gap that has arisen in China and other countries,” Sergei Lavrov said.

Chinese, Vietnamese leaders sign cooperation deals

Vietnam’s President To Lam met with China’s leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday, Chinese state media said, hoping to deepen ties he says are a top priority. The visit is Lam’s first trip abroad since the Communist Party leader was elected last week as president — the number two position in Vietnamese politics. He […]

By AFP

Can US–Iran talks survive Trump’s Hormuz blockade? - The Daily Star

Can US–Iran talks survive Trump’s Hormuz blockade?  The Daily Star

PSX rallies sharply, gains over 4,000 points on Iran-US talks optimism - Geo News

PSX rallies sharply, gains over 4,000 points on Iran-US talks optimism  Geo News

Australia's Qantas To Cut Domestic Flights Amid Fuel Price Surge

Australia's Qantas To Cut Domestic Flights Amid Fuel Price Surge Authored by Monica O'Shea via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Australia’s flag carrier Qantas will cut domestic flights and redeploy capacity from the United States towards Europe as fuel prices double. Qantas Airways ground staff are seen on the tarmac near planes at the domestic terminal of Sydney International Airport in Sydney, Australia on Jan. 14, 2026. David Gray/ AFP via Getty Images Qantas revealed fuel...

By Tyler Durden

Wall St rallies on US-Iran talk hopes, earnings lift - The Star

Wall St rallies on US-Iran talk hopes, earnings lift  The Star

Zelensky announces deals for PAC-2 missiles, IRIS-T launchers after Europe talks

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new agreements on the supply of PAC-2 missiles and additional launchers for IRIS-T systems, as well as further contributions by Germany and Norway to the PURL initiative, following talks in those countries.

UK king to address Congress on US trip

King Charles III will address the US Congress during his first state visit this month, marking the shared history and deep ties between the two nations. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-king-to-address-congress-on-us-trip/

By Punch Newspapers

Prime minister: NATO functioning better than appears on the surface

Estonia is not alone in its security despite U.S. President Donald Trump's recent statements after NATO allies refused to back the blockade of the Iranian Strait of Hormuz, Prime Minister Kristen Michal (Reform) said.

Wall Street Journal: Europeans are preparing an alternative plan if Trump pulls the US out of NATO – Germany’s role

A turning point is the possibility raised by Donald Trump of taking Greenland from Denmark – highlighting the challenges of creating a “European NATO” The post Wall Street Journal: Europeans are preparing an alternative plan if Trump pulls the US out of NATO – Germany’s role appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Trump says Iran talks may resume as Israel, Lebanon open direct track

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that US-Iran peace talks could resume this week, while Israel and Lebanon agreed to launch direct negotiations, signaling movement on two key fronts in efforts to ease the Middle East conflict. The post Trump says Iran talks may resume as Israel, Lebanon open direct track appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

King Charles will not meet Epstein survivors on US visit

King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not meet survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during the state visit to the US this month, a Buckingham Palace source confirmed

By Abubakar Ibrahim

US and Tanzania: From first trade winds to global supply chains - thecitizen.co.tz

US and Tanzania: From first trade winds to global supply chains  thecitizen.co.tz

Donald Trump threatens to destroy any military vessel that violates the blockade of Iranian ports. - Seneweb

Donald Trump threatens to destroy any military vessel that violates the blockade of Iranian ports.  Seneweb