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China’s Defence Minister accuses the U.S. of being a “bully”

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China’s Defence Minister is accusing the U.S. of “hijacking” countries around the region

Wei Fenghe is China’s Defence General, who has slammed the U.S. for rallying support across the Indo-Pacific region.

Wei gave a speech comes at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, which is Asia’s premiere defence conference.

He also quashed any attempts for the self-governed island of Taiwan to break away from mainland China.

“No country should impose its will on others or bully others under the guise of multilateralism.”

CHINA’S DEFENCE CHIEF WEI FENGHE

It comes days after Wei met with U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, which reportedly “went smoothly”.

The U.S. and China reportedly stood firm on their opposing views over Taiwan’s right to rule itself.

“Indo-Pacific countries shouldn’t face political intimidation, economic coercion, or harassment by maritime militias.”

“Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is what happens when oppressors trample the rules that protect us all,” Austin says.

But Wei believes the U.S.’ strategy is seeking to divide the region even further.

“The strategy is an attempt to build an exclusive small group in the name of a free and open Indo-Pacific to hijack countries in our region and target one specific country—it is a strategy to create conflict and confrontation to contain and encircle others,” Wei says.

The Defence Minister adds China will “fight to the very end” to stop Taiwanese independence.

It comes just weeks after U.S. President Joe Biden said his nation will respond “militarily” if China attacked Taiwan.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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  • Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
  • Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
  • Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
  • More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
  • Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears

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Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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