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Putin, Xi attempt to rally SCO leaders behind a new multipolar world order in Kyrgyzstan - analysis

Russia and China used the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit to promote a multipolar world order, with leaders criticizing unilateralism and calling for greater influence for non-Western powers.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping inspect an honor guard during a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People state building in Beijing in May.
Alibaba's staff retreat venue on the edge of Hangzhou.

Hangzhou – China’s Tech-Powered Paradise

An aerial view shows buildings and a car damaged and covered in mud near Trishuli River following deadly flash floods and a mudslide, in Betrawati Bazaar in Rasuwa district, Nepal, August 30, 2026.

Death toll in Nepal flood tops 1,000 as Nepal rescuers reach remote areas in search

Chinese President Xi Jinping walks past guards of honour as he takes part in a welcoming ceremony in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, August 31, 2026.

Xi's visit to Egypt marks Chinese interest in Middle East, Egypt's push to keep growing - analysis


Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say

A classified Russian document seen by Reuters directly referred to an internal decree issued by Defense Minister Andrei Belousov in August, 2025.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping inspect an honor guard during a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China May 20, 2026.

Israel must seize the opportunities created by Japan's strategic awakening - opinion

Together, Japan and Israel can cooperate on issues that will define the 21st century.

Japanese troops take part in a counter-landing live fire exercise as part of the annual Balikatan joint military drills on May 04, 2026 in Laoag, Ilocos Norte province, Philippines.

One killed, 13 injured as small Aircraft crashes into Beijing skyscraper

A small aircraft hit Beijing's tallest building, killing one and injuring 13, with witnesses describing a loud crash as police blocked access and removed onlookers.

China's national flag flutters in the wind next to the CITIC tower ahead of Brunei's Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah and China's President Xi Jinping meeting on May 12, 2026 in Beijing, China.

The final frontier: Israel aims to become world leader in space attack capabilities, Katz says

During the 2026 war, Israel struck multiple Iranian spacewar related facilities, including facilities working on developing capabilities to attack satellites in space.

Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted as seen from Ashkelon, Israel, June 18, 2025.

UK, France, Germany issue joint statement of concern about Chinese activities off coast of Taiwan

China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and its military operates around the island on an almost daily basis.

Taiwan Coast Guard patrol vessels are stationed in Keelung, as China conducts "Justice Mission 2025" military drills around Taiwan, in Keelung, Taiwan, December 30, 2025.

New kind of school: China's dog owners splurge on preschools to pamper beloved pets

As declining birth rates alter lifestyles, pets are increasingly treated as members of the family, driving growth in higher-value services such as daycare, grooming, and training.

A man holds a dog whilst walking along a street in Shanghai on March 25, 2026.

Beijing's revenge: China turns off the tap for the American defense industry

The trade war escalates: China imposes severe sanctions on rare earth giants and defense companies from the US.

U.S. President Donald Trump and The president of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping

‘Independence by force’ is a dead end for Taiwan - opinion

Spokesperson for the People’s Republic of China’s Embassy in Israel: Reunification is the only path forward.

A TELEVISION shows the meeting between Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, at a restaurant in Taipei, in April 2026.

US DNI releases documents alleging COVID-19 origin cover-up effort

Former US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard accused former NIAID director Dr. Anthony Fauci of suppressing information regarding the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard testifies before a US House Intelligence Committee hearing on worldwide threats, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, March 19, 2026.

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Israeli security firms play defense against drone, cyber threats

CYBER AFFAIRS: One cybersecurity company, KELA Group, referred to the World Cup, which is ongoing in the US, Mexico, and Canada, as the “largest digital battlefield in history.”

A FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 security member at pitch side in Toronto Stadium in June.