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Akkuyu nuclear plant: Russia funds $9 billion boost as Turkey targets 2026 launch
Rosatom is building Turkey's first nuclear power station at Akkuyu in the Mediterranean province of Mersin, per a 2010 accord worth $20 billion.
Russia plans a nuclear power plant on Moon within a decade
Democrats urge Trump to reverse mass ambassador recalls
'Smotrich is taking us hostage': Small-business owners protest new VAT, customs exemptions
US to ease tariffs on defense and diamond imports from Israel
As for chips and pharma, two leading sectors in Israel's exports, the negotiations are expected to continue for months to come.
FCC bars approvals for Chinese-made drones over national security risks
The addition to the FCC's "Covered List" means that DJI, Autel, and other foreign drone companies will not be able to obtain FCC approval to sell new models of drones.
Trump announces new ‘Trump class’ battleships as US launches major naval buildup
Trump said the new battleships would be larger, faster, and "100 times more powerful" than any previously built.
China hiding hundreds of intercontinental ballistic missiles in silo fields, Pentagon report warns
The Pentagon report also noted that China's nuclear expansion was ongoing and it was on track to have over 1,000 warheads by 2030.
Iran’s shadow aviation network keeps weapons flowing under sanctions
From disappearing flights to byzantine corporate structures, a groundbreaking report shows how China and Russia, along with many other countries, help Iran evade sanctions.
US approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
The proposed arms sale covers eight items, including HIMARS rocket systems, howitzers, anti-tank missiles, drones, and parts for other equipment, the ministry said.
Gathering to pray in Taiwan under the dark clouds of Chinese threats - opinion
The Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast in Taipei brought together faith leaders, cultural figures, and international delegates for three days of music, prayer, and dialogue.
Panda diplomacy: Pandas caught up in Japan-China political storm over Taiwan
The pandas were given to Japan as a symbol of friendship between the two nations, and this is the first time since 1972 that Japan will be pandaless
China, Saudi Arabia agree to deepen coordination, communication, enhance relations
A joint statement did not elaborate on which issues the countries will strengthen coordination, but mentioned China's support for Saudi Arabia and Iran developing and enhancing their relations.
US forces seize Chinese cargo ship delivering military equipment to Iran - WSJ
The ship was boarded on the Indian Ocean a month ago, with military equipment being seized, officials revealed to the Wall Street Journal.
Police arrest Cathay passenger who tried to open aircraft door mid-flight from Boston to Hong Kong
A passenger on Cathay Pacific flight CX811 from Boston to Hong Kong tried to open the aircraft door mid-flight. No injuries occurred, and the incident is under investigation by Hong Kong police.
