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Sanctioned ships call Trump’s bluff on Hormuz blockade, no action taken against them whatsoever

China says it refuses to be "bullied" by Trump.

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Spain strengthens ties with China as Sánchez backs Beijing's Middle East role

The Spanish premier announced 19 bilateral agreements with China and urged Beijing to help broker Middle East peace, while avoiding comment on his wife's trial.

Euronews

Friendship, honey and the simple life: 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh

Isn’t it funny How a Bear likes honey Buzz buzz I wonder why he does Just over a century ago, the satirical writer and playwright A.A. Milne, suffering from the after-effects of fighting in the trenches of World War I, started writing some poems for his only child, Christopher Robin.…

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Soybean Meal Bulls Spring to Life Supporting Soybean Prices; Cotton Prices Surging

Soybean meal was the star of the show to end trading last week. Here is what to watch in the week ahead.

Barchart

Sánchez returns to China as Spain seeks deeper ties amid Iran war tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is in China again this week where he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping

The Independent UK

Trump Threatened to Cut Off Spain — Its PM Flew Straight to Beijing and Signed Deals With Xi Jinping

In a strategic pivot, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez strengthens ties with China, signing cooperation agreements amid tensions with the U.S.

International Business Times UK

Iran war diverts US military and attention from Asia ahead of Trump's summit with China's leader

President Barack Obama in 2011 declared it was time to leave behind the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and “pivot” to Asia to counter China's rise

The Independent UK

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4 ways the war in Iran has weakened the United States in the great power game

“Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”

The Conversation

Is China preparing to supply weapons to Iran? US intelligence raises concerns

US intelligence suggests China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems, including MANPADS, to Iran within weeks. This comes as China claims to have supported a ceasefire, ahead of President Trump's visit to China. Beijing denies supplying weapons, stating it upholds international obligations.

The Times of India

North Korean leader Kim backs China's push for ‘multipolar world’ in talks with foreign minister

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has voiced support for China’s push to build a multipolar world and called for deeper ties between the traditional allies

The Independent UK

The week that was in international affairs: Iran war ceasefire and talks; Russia-Ukraine Orthodox Easter ceasefire & more

After a short break, welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your weekly round-up of top international news. This week, we are covering the scheduled Iran-US ceasefire talks in Pakistan, the Orthodox Easter ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war, Moldova's pullout from the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States, Taiwanese…

The Times of India

China will ‘absolutely not tolerate’ independence for Taiwan, Xi tells Taiwanese opposition leader

Chinese president tells Cheng Li-wun issue of independence is ‘⁠chief culprit in undermining peace in Taiwan Strait’

The Independent UK

Xi tells Taiwan opposition leader people on both sides of strait are Chinese in rare meeting

Cheng Li-wun’s visit to Beijing has sparked controversy in Taiwan, with critics accusing her of being too close to China

The Guardian - UK

North Korea and China agree to deepen cooperation in talks between foreign ministers

The foreign ministers of North Korea and China have agreed to further deepen cooperation and exchanges at their “in-depth” talks on international issues

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

BTS returns after over three years but skip major market from their world tour: China

One of the biggest Korean bands is back after a three-and-a-half year break, but their world tour is skipping China

Euronews

Taiwan opposition leader makes rare visit to China in 'journey for peace'

Taiwan’s opposition leader makes historic six-day trip to Beijing to “boost dialogue and promote peace” ahead of a heavily anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.

The Independent UK

Taiwan opposition leader visits China amid tensions between two countries

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The Independent UK

Taiwan opposition leader’s China visit will only serve Xi propaganda, experts warn

Cheng Li-wun’s trip to Beijing, the first by a Kuomintang leader in a decade, has sparked concerns it will be used by Xi Jinping to further his ‘One China’ and reunification agenda, experts tell Arpan Rai

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The Independent UK

China executes French citizen convicted of drug trafficking in 2010

France abolished death penalty by act of parliament in 1981

The Times of India

Trump’s Xi moment? A military purge unfolds in the US

US President Trump's administration has overseen a significant churn in senior US military leadership, with multiple high-ranking officers exiting their posts. These removals, including Army Chief of Staff Gen Randy George, have raised concerns about institutional continuity and operational decision-making amid ongoing conflicts. The administration frames these changes as streamlining…

The Times of India

Sachs warns of escalation, oil disruption in Iran conflict; calls for global action

As the conflict stretches into its second month, leading economist Jeffrey Sachs expresses grave concerns regarding the intensifying war and global instability. He denounces US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu for defying expert counsel in initiating the conflict, a choice that could lead to dramatic hikes in oil prices…

The Guardian - AU

The ‘Third Front’: China resurrects Mao’s military capabilities

As ties with Washington sour, China is reviving a cold war strategy to defend against a US attack

The Independent UK

US senators urge Taiwan to approve $40 billion defence budget amid China tensions

While the U.S does not formally recognise Taiwan, it is the island’s strongest informal backer and arms supplier

Reason

Trump's War in Iran Risks Ruining His Entire Foreign Policy

The president’s attempt to manage the consequences of the war is adding wrinkles to his diplomatic goals in Ukraine, China, and other countries.

Barchart

Could Nvidia Stock Move Higher Again as Trump-Xi Meet in May?

The White House has said that President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May. Here's what it could mean for Nvidia.

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