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Xi Jinping assures China will support Russia’s security concerns

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China’s President says he will support Russia on security matters in high-stakes talks with President Putin

Speaking on his 69th birthday, Xi Jinping is vowing to deepen strategic coordination between the two countries.

The two leaders met face-to-face on the eve of the Beijing Olympics, and just before Russia’s invasion.

China continues to push all parties for a proper settlement on the crisis but has abstained from crucial U.N. votes when it comes to the war.

Meanwhile, the Kremlin says the two leaders’ relations are “at an all-time high”.

It comes as the U.S. urges Americans not to travel to Ukraine after reports that two people had been captured by Russian forces.

U.S. officials have repeatedly called on countries to condemn Russia’s actions.

President Biden had a call with Xi earlier this year, where he warned China against offering material support to Russia.

That hasn’t stopped the U.S. from helping Ukraine, with the nation releasing USD 1 billion in new security assistance to Kyiv amid fierce fighting in eastern Ukraine.

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Iran live updates: Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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What’s happening in the Middle East?

  • 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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