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Xi Jinping Stages Power Play With Putin and Kim at Beijing Parade

As cannon fire rang out over Tiananmen Square, the defining moment of the day wasn’t the soldiers marching or the weaponry on display. It was the sight of China’s President Xi Jinping greeting North Korea’s Kim Jong Un with a prolonged handshake, followed by Russia’s Vladimir Putin, before seating himself between the two heavily sanctioned leaders. The spectacle, carefully staged, was more about politics than pageantry. US President Donald Trump appeared rattled, posting on Truth Social to accuse Xi, Kim and Putin of conspiring against America just as the parade began. Analysts suggest this may have been exactly the provocation Xi intended. By placing Putin on his right and Kim on his left, Xi projected an image of an eastern-led alliance challenging the US-dominated world order. The symbolism went beyond military strength. It underscored China’s growing influence and Xi’s ambition […]

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Trump slams India trade ties, says tariffs will drop “to nothing”

US President Donald Trump has claimed that India is ready to cut its tariffs “to nothing,” while slamming the existing trade relationship as “a totally one-sided disaster.” His remarks come a week after Washington imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods, which included a 25% penalty tied to Delhi’s refusal to halt oil imports from Russia. India has not yet responded, but the dispute over Russian oil has pushed Delhi-Washington ties to one of their lowest points. Trump argued that India has long benefitted disproportionately from the trade partnership, writing that while India sells “massive amounts of goods” to the US, America exports very little in return. “It has been a totally one-sided relationship for many decades,” he added. The timing of his comments coincides with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, […]

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Kim Jong Un arrives in Beijing for historic Victory Day parade

Kim Jong Un has arrived in Beijing to attend China’s “Victory Day” military parade, marking a rare international appearance for the North Korean leader. He crossed the border on Tuesday aboard his heavily fortified green train, reportedly equipped with French wines, fresh lobster, and around 90 carriages containing conference rooms, audience halls, and bedrooms. The slow-moving journey began in Pyongyang on Monday, and by Tuesday afternoon his train was spotted rolling through Beijing’s suburbs with a North Korean flag on display. His presence at Wednesday’s parade is historic: it is the first time a North Korean leader has attended a Chinese military parade since 1959. Kim will join China’s Xi Jinping, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and 26 other heads of state, including leaders from Iran, Cuba, Myanmar, and Indonesia. This marks his first multilateral international meeting, upgrading Pyongyang’s representation from 2015 […]

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Beijing parade: Xi Jinping’s display of power and ambition

Beijing is preparing for one of its most elaborate military parades in recent history, a carefully staged event that underscores President Xi Jinping’s ambition to project strength both at home and abroad. Eight giant Chinese flags now flank the portrait of Mao Zedong at Tiananmen Square, overlooking seating for 26 foreign leaders, including Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. Around 50,000 guests are expected as the Chinese capital transforms into a stage for political theatre and military might. The parade officially commemorates 80 years since Japan’s surrender in World War II. But for Xi, it is far more than a historical remembrance; it is a statement of power. This week has already marked several breakthroughs for the Chinese leader. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Beijing for the first time in seven years. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation […]

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EU Slams Russia After Deadly Missile Strikes on Kyiv

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has condemned Russia’s deadliest attack on Kyiv since July, which killed 17 people, including four children, and damaged the EU’s delegation office in the Ukrainian capital. A five-storey residential block in the Darnytskyi district collapsed after being struck by a missile in the early hours of Thursday. Ukrainian officials said many of the victims were trapped inside their homes, with rescue workers digging through rubble to search for survivors. Three of the children killed were aged two, 14 and 17. Von der Leyen described the bombardment as “another grim reminder” of Russia’s intent to terrorise civilians, noting that two missiles landed just 50 metres from the EU delegation. Images shared by EU officials showed shattered windows and ceilings torn down at the mission’s Kyiv office. The British Council, housed in the same block, […]

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Kim Jong Un, Putin Join Xi at Beijing Military Parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attending a military parade in central Beijing alongside Russian president Vladimir Putin and China’s leader Xi Jinping is not just a striking image — it is also a diplomatic triumph for Xi. For years, the Chinese leader has been positioning Beijing not only as the world’s second-largest economy but also as a global diplomatic heavyweight. By welcoming both Kim and Putin, Xi is reinforcing China’s influence in international affairs while signalling that he may hold the geopolitical cards in ongoing global negotiations. The parade, set for 3 September, marks 80 years since Japan’s surrender in World War Two, ending its occupation of parts of China. But beyond military display, Xi has turned it into a showcase of his political clout. With Trump considering a regional visit later in October and leaving the door open […]

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European Leaders Oppose Redrawing Ukrainian Borders by Force Ahead of Alaska Summit

European leaders have issued a strong warning against any attempt to change Ukraine’s borders through the use of force—just three days before Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump are set to meet in Alaska for a summit on Ukraine. In a joint statement signed by 26 of the European Union’s 27 leaders, they emphasized that “the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future,” reaffirming that the principles of territorial integrity and respect for international borders must be upheld. The sole EU leader absent from the list of signatories was Hungary’s Viktor Orban, who has maintained warm relations with Moscow and has repeatedly sought to block EU measures aimed at supporting Ukraine. The statement reflects growing unease in Europe over Russia’s actions in Ukraine, with many nations—especially those bordering Russia or carrying the historical […]

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Trump Envoy Arrives in Russia Seeking to Rekindle Ukraine War Talks

A high-profile envoy linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Moscow in a controversial bid to revive stalled negotiations over the Russia-Ukraine war, reigniting debates about America’s role in the conflict and the feasibility of diplomacy amid escalating hostilities. The envoy, whose identity remains undisclosed, reportedly aims to broker backchannel talks between Russian officials and Western allies, though skepticism abounds over the mission’s legitimacy and potential outcomes. The surprise visit comes as Ukraine’s counteroffensive efforts face logistical and tactical challenges, and international support for Kyiv shows signs of strain. While the Biden administration and NATO allies continue to emphasize military and financial aid to Ukraine, Trump-aligned figures have increasingly criticized the prolonged conflict, advocating for a negotiated settlement. Critics argue, however, that Trump’s envoy lacks formal U.S. government authority, raising questions about Moscow’s willingness to engage with […]

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