The fight in Iran has pushed China to offer more fuel and green tech to its Asian neighbors, turning a crisis into an opportunity for influence. After the U. S. and Israel struck Iran, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz stopped, and China halted oil‑product exports. Countries that depend on Chine
The United States is preparing for President Trump’s visit to China next week, a trip that could reshape both energy and technology ties between the two giants. The backdrop is the ongoing conflict in Iran, which keeps global oil prices high and pressures both nations to find new ways to stabilize m
The idea that a pause in talks is just a short‑term hiccup doesn’t fit Iran. The country uses delay itself as its main strategy, turning every protracted negotiation into a way to keep pressure away and grow power. Instead of waiting for a deal, Iran waits on purpose. Each extension, each drawn
A private jet linked to the Batista family flew from Colorado to Washington on Wednesday, just one day before Brazil’s President Lula meets Donald Trump in the U. S. capital. The jet belongs to J&F, a holding company that runs JBS, one of the world’s biggest meat producers. While the plane’s movemen
The Venice Biennale, a famous art festival, has let Russia set up its exhibit again after skipping two years. This move has caused a big debate. Some say art should stay separate from politics. Others argue that allowing Russia back sends the wrong message. The festival’s leader says art should bri
Despite a disagreement in Washington last month, the UK chancellor and her US counterpart still seem to get along fine, based on recent remarks from British officials. A spokesman stressed today that their partnership remains solid, claiming they’ve had productive talks since the UK finance chief vi
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called on China to take a more active diplomatic role in persuading Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping. The strait is a critical route for oil exports, and tensions there could disrupt energy supplies worldwide. Bessent argues that since
The U. S. recently highlighted Taiwan as a reliable partner, praising its connections with countries like Eswatini. This statement came as Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te made a surprise visit to the small African nation. The trip wasn’t just ceremonial—it showed Taiwan’s determination to keep worki
The life of Narges Mohammadi, a well‑known Iranian human rights defender and Nobel Peace Prize winner, is in serious jeopardy according to her family and the organization she founded. After suffering a heart attack and fainting, she was moved to a hospital in Zanjan, a city far from Tehran. Doctors
The president of Taiwan landed in the small African nation of Eswatini on Saturday, even though a previous visit had been cut short by China. The trip was announced after the leader publicly accused Beijing of interfering with travel plans for Taiwan’s top officials. The president had been schedul
