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Trump's Taiwan arms freeze sparks trade deal fears

Exclusive: Reports that Donald Trump has paused critical weapons aid to Taiwan have raised alarm among security experts, who fear the former president may be using the island's security as leverage in trade negotiations with China.

China Launches 'Combat Patrol' in Taiwan Strait

China's military deploys ships and aircraft for a major 'joint combat patrol' in the Taiwan Strait, denouncing US-Canadian naval transit as 'deliberate provocation' and inflaming regional tensions.

Chinese 'Kamikaze' Drone Hits Taiwanese Ship in Strait

Exclusive: A suspected Chinese maritime drone collided with a Taiwanese commercial vessel in the Taiwan Strait, escalating military tensions. The incident, captured on video, raises fears of a new era of asymmetric warfare.

UK Flood Crisis: 300+ Alerts Issued Nationwide

Britain is on high alert as more than 300 flood warnings and alerts are activated across England and Wales. The Environment Agency urges immediate action with severe disruption expected from relentless rainfall.

Chinese Warship Confronts Australian Frigate in Tense Standoff

A dangerous confrontation unfolded in the Taiwan Strait as a Chinese naval vessel challenged the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Brisbane, highlighting escalating tensions in contested waters. The incident raises serious concerns about freedom of navigation

Son's plea for flood cash after storm death

Exclusive: A grieving son who discovered his mother's body after Storm Babet's devastating floods in Chesterfield demands urgent government action and increased investment in UK flood defences to prevent future tragedies.

Trump: I warned Xi Jinping I would bomb Beijing

In a stunning disclosure from India, former US President Donald Trump claimed he warned Xi Jinping of severe consequences for any aggression towards Taiwan, threatening to bomb Beijing. This explosive claim reshapes the narrative of their relationship and

Son's heartbreak as mum drowns in Derbyshire floods

A community is in mourning after a woman tragically drowned in severe floodwaters in Derbyshire. Her son made the devastating discovery, highlighting the deadly danger of the recent storms.

Grandmother Drowns in Home After Denied Flood Defences

A devastating inquest reveals how an 83-year-old grandmother tragically drowned in her own home during Storm Babet, after being told no flood defences were available to protect her property in Derbyshire.

Nauru severs Taiwan ties in major win for China

The tiny Pacific nation of Nauru has abruptly severed diplomatic relations with Taiwan, switching its allegiance to Beijing in a move that significantly escalates geopolitical tensions in the region and deals a blow to Western influence.

Mother's Tribute To Daughter Killed In Camp Mystic Flood

A British mother shares her unimaginable grief after her daughter, Lola, was one of two campers killed in a devastating flash flood at Camp Mystic, Texas. In an exclusive interview, she speaks of faith, loss, and cherishing precious memories.

Taiwan referendum on nuclear plant reboot fails

A landmark referendum to restart Taiwan's last mothballed nuclear power plant has officially failed, dealing a significant blow to proponents of atomic energy and reshaping the island's energy security debate.

Foxconn & NVIDIA to Build AI Mega-Factory in Taiwan

Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn partners with NVIDIA to construct a colossal new AI data centre, boosting the island's status as a global tech hub amidst ongoing political pressures from China.

US Navy Warship Transits Taiwan Strait, Defying China

A US Navy destroyer has conducted a high-profile transit through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, challenging Beijing's territorial claims and reaffirming Washington's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

North Korea's Taipei Threat Condemned by UN

Exclusive: The United Nations issues a stern rebuke to North Korea after it menacingly declares Taipei, Taiwan, part of its 'operational area' in a dramatic escalation of tensions, challenging China's authority and destabilising regional security.

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