Arming an adversary: Why Trump’s offer to sell China weapons belies US policy
Analysts dismissed Trump’s proposal as lacking any strategic logic – but said it revealed how he views Beijing.
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Trump hails ‘very productive’ talks with China’s Xi Jinping
Xi says China and US have a relationship of ‘strategic stability’ during three-day state visit to Washington, DC.
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From ‘cheats’ to ‘great friendship’: How Trump’s rhetoric on China changed
Warmth on display in Washington contrasts significantly with the language Trump has used to characterise Beijing and Xi.
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Tata v Tata: What’s behind India’s big boardroom brawl?
India’s most famous conglomerate is knee-deep in feuds over who gets to decide the Tata Group’s future.
New York, Polymarket file dueling lawsuits amid illegal gambling claims
New York attorney general accuses prediction market platform of targeting ‘most vulnerable’ residents.
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‘Hostile, but hooked’: What’s behind the US-China trade truce extension?
Some analysts say extending the truce is pure optics – others say it’s a useful step towards a more durable deal.
White House restores CNN, MS NOW, Politico access after hours of chaos
A US federal judge had ordered the White House to ‘immediately return, reinstate and restore’ the three outlets’ access.
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Trump invites Putin to Miami G20: Why that matters
US Secretary of State Rubio said the summit would be an ‘opportunity’ for Putin to engage with other world leaders.
Tunisia fuel strike highlights growing economic and political anger
A 48-hour strike in Tunis adds to mounting public frustration over worsening living conditions and basic services.
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Could the oil shock push fuel prices even higher?
From Hormuz to the Black Sea, pressure on main supply routes is testing the resilience of the global energy market.
Published On 24 Sep 2026
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Why is Iran threatening regional airports, and what could be the impact?
Tehran hints retaliation as Georgia and Azerbaijan suspend Iranian flights amid mounting US sanctions on airlines.
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