Trump asked Xi about buying US weapons: envoy
US ambassador David Perdue says Trump asked Xi Jinping if China wanted to buy American weapons, an offer that would upend decades of US policy on Taiwan.
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Trump Asked Xi If China Wanted US Weapons
US Ambassador to China David Perdue says Trump asked Xi Jinping if China would buy US weapons, as concerns grow over delayed arms aid to Taiwan.
Israel cannot close UK consulate, Grieve advises
Dominic Grieve has advised the Foreign Office that Israel has no legal right to close the British consulate in East Jerusalem, which is occupied Palestinian territory.
Trump and Xi end summit without major AI agreement
Trump and Xi wrapped up their Washington summit on Friday, facing criticism that they had squandered an opportunity to pause their countries' AI arms race.
Macron's Final UN Speech Emboldens Middle Powers
In his final UN address, Emmanuel Macron defended international law and multilateralism, inspiring middle-power leaders to speak out against Trump's vision.
Trump rejects Iran's seven-day ceasefire and Hormuz deal
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and resume nuclear talks in return for lifting the US naval blockade of Iranian ports.
Iran dangles Hormuz deal to Trump before midterms
Iran's seven-day timetable to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks challenges Trump to lift sanctions and rein in Israel in Lebanon.
Trump Rolls Out Red Carpet for Xi at White House
Trump welcomed Xi Jinping to the White House for the first time, offering red-carpet treatment and praise as US press freedom ranking lags far behind China's.
Iran ready to open Hormuz in six days if US meets conditions
Iran says it will open the strait of Hormuz in six days and start nuclear talks if the US lifts sanctions on its oil exports, ends wars on all fronts, and releases frozen assets.
Finland urges Musk to expand Starlink over Russia for Ukraine
Finnish President Alexander Stubb has pleaded with Elon Musk to expand Starlink coverage over Russian territory to help Ukraine target missile launchers. What we know on day 1,675.
Trump's Eagle Statue Gift to Xi Sparks Backlash
Trump gifted Xi Jinping a bald eagle statue at a White House state dinner, sparking online backlash over his past anti-communism stance. The two countries also extended a trade deal.
Trump gifts Xi bald eagle statue at White House state dinner
At a lavish White House state dinner, Trump gave Xi a bald eagle statue, while Xi announced two giant pandas for a US zoo.
Miliband warns Iran: UK will not tolerate intimidation
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband told Iran’s foreign minister in New York that Britain will not tolerate intimidation, threats or hostile activity on UK soil from Iranian-linked groups.
Protesters Drown Out US Anthem at Xi State Dinner
Protesters drowned out the US national anthem as Trump welcomed Xi Jinping to the White House for a state dinner, with arrests made outside the grounds.
Trump 'boiling mad' as protests disrupt Xi dinner
Donald Trump appeared furious as pro- and anti-China protests drowned out the US national anthem during the arrival of Xi Jinping for a White House state dinner.
Trump 'Humiliated' as Protests Drown Out Anthem
Protesters drowned out the US national anthem as Trump greeted Xi Jinping at a White House state dinner, with Trump appearing furious as chants rang out nearby.
Greenland leaders get hero's welcome after US security pact
Greenland's delegation was greeted with applause and chanting in Nuuk on Wednesday after signing a security agreement with the US and Denmark in New York.
Trump Welcomes Xi to Washington Amid Trade, AI, Taiwan Tensions
Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping to the US at Joint Base Andrews for a state visit, coinciding with the UN general assembly, which Xi is not attending. Talks are expected to cover AI technology, trade relations, and Taiwan.
Spain PM urges UN to pick Latin American woman as next chief
Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez told the UN general assembly it is time for a Latin American woman to serve as secretary general, noting nine men have held the role.
BBC Acts 'In Line With Values' Over Scott Mills After Fresh Information
The BBC says it acted in line with its values over Scott Mills after releasing a new statement about fresh information.
Katherine Ryan confirms December surgery was a full facelift
Katherine Ryan has confirmed her December operation was a facelift, saying the procedure was about reclaiming her identity at 42.
Bonnie Blue in running for I'm A Celebrity amid Bali charge and fake pregnancy row
Controversial adult star Bonnie Blue is reportedly being considered for I'm A Celebrity, amid legal trouble and a fake pregnancy stunt that earned her £1m.
Burnham and von der Leyen meet amid concerns over EU plan
PM Andy Burnham met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New York, warning the EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ scheme could cause collateral damage to British industry.
Burnham's UN Speech: Five Key Points from PM's First Address
PM Andy Burnham's first major UN speech covered Russian disinformation, AI regulation, a new US national security deal, a decade-long plan, and the Middle East.
Chagos deal 'can't go ahead' without US support: Streeting
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting says the Chagos Islands handover deal cannot proceed without US support, as payments to Mauritius are put on hold.
Trump greets Xi with rare gesture as China urges partnership
Xi Jinping said China and the US 'should be partners, not adversaries' as Donald Trump personally greeted him at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, the first such welcome by a sitting US president since 1962.
Burnham tells Trump: Manchester isn't 'some town' before UN talks
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he told Donald Trump 'Manchester isn't some town' ahead of their first face-to-face meeting at the UN General Assembly in New York today.
Burnham and Trump discuss Ukraine ceasefire in call
Prime Minister Andy Burnham spoke to US President Donald Trump on Monday, agreeing on the need to continue working towards a ceasefire in Ukraine, Downing Street said.
US envoys leave Kyiv without Ukraine war breakthrough
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held talks in Kyiv but achieved no breakthrough on ending the Russia-Ukraine war, despite 'encouraging' discussions.
Zelensky hosts Trump envoys in Kyiv for first visit since invasion
Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed Donald Trump's envoys for their first Kyiv visit since Russia invaded Ukraine, a day after they held talks with Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
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