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Ex-Trump official says S. Korea's nuclear armament would lead to heightened tension

Former US national security adviser Michael Flynn opposes South Korea developing nuclear weapons, warning it would heighten tensions and suggesting reliance on US extended deterrence. Meanwhile, former deputy national security adviser Alex Wong sees potential for diplomacy with North Korea if strategic conditions change, pointing to President Trump's interest in Kim Jong-un and President Lee Jae-myung's openness to dialogue.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 9

Iran war could go 'from zero to one hundred,' Israel is prepared for renewed fighting - analysis

Following a US military operation against Tehran, Israel is bracing for a possible Iranian response, with assessments that Iran does not intend to return to full fighting. Defense officials highlight differing Israeli and US priorities regarding Iran, while US forces remain in Israel until 2027.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

US says China gave only hours’ warning before Pacific submarine missile launch

The US State Department criticized China for providing only a few hours' notice before a submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific, saying it fell short of standards followed by other nuclear powers. The test, China's first known SLBM launch since 1982, drew concern from regional nations and analysts see it as a strategic signal.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 8

US-China scientific decoupling: the hidden costs of geopolitical rivalry

As the US-China relationship hits a historic low in scientific collaboration, a proposed US Congress ban on federal research funds for partnerships with certain Chinese entities raises concerns. Experts and industry insiders weigh the potential fallout, while historical questions about China's innovation capabilities are being inverted by scholars.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 8

Family demands investigation after US man killed by ICE agent in Texas

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old Mexican national, was fatally shot by an ICE agent during a traffic stop in Houston, Texas. While ICE claims he rammed an officer's vehicle, witnesses and his family dispute this, prompting calls for an independent investigation and protests in Houston.

4 outlets · 9 articles Jul 8

Anthropic hits back after China warns of Claude Code ‘backdoor’ risks

China's National Vulnerability Database warned users of a security backdoor in Anthropic's Claude Code, urging uninstall or upgrade. Anthropic replied that Chinese users were not supposed to use the product, and confirmed it had embedded location-tracking code. Alibaba has reportedly banned Claude Code use from July 10.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 8

Trump says US ‘may take over Kharg Island’: Here’s what you need to know

US President Donald Trump has renewed threats against Iran's Kharg Island, the country's main oil export hub, after declaring an interim ceasefire 'over' and warning of more strikes. The island handles about 90 percent of Iran's oil exports, making it strategically significant for global energy markets.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 8

China signals 'new normal' with coast guard patrols off Taiwan's east

China has launched a second coast guard patrol east of Taiwan, prompting Taipei to deploy monitoring vessels and vow to expel Chinese ships. Beijing frames the patrols as a response to Japan-Philippines maritime boundary talks, while analysts see a new 'normal' in Beijing's pressure campaign.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 8

Iran cannot ignore US presence near its borders under Trump Route — ambassador

Iranian Ambassador to Armenia Khalil Shirgolami said Iran's concerns about a US presence near its borders are rational and legitimate, despite Armenian assurances about the Trump Route project. Russian officials and experts have questioned the project's prospects and Russia's role.

1 outlet · 5 articles Jul 8

US expected to send six F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, lift bans, following NATO summit - report

US President Donald Trump declared an end to sanctions against Turkey, potentially clearing the way for F-35 sales, though legal obstacles and congressional approval remain. Turkey expects an initial delivery of six jets, but Greece and Israel have raised concerns.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jul 8

Trump says US will give Patriot missile license to Ukraine during Zelensky NATO meeting

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, a move that could bolster Kyiv's air defenses against Russian ballistic missile strikes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that political agreements have been reached, with some missiles expected to arrive in the coming days.

4 outlets · 6 articles Jul 8

Make China leading power in sci-tech by 2035: Xi tells scientists

President Xi Jinping presented China's top science award to Chen Liquan and Ben De, urging scientists to accelerate self-reliance and make China a leading power in science and technology by 2035. He called for addressing flaws in the innovation ecosystem and seizing opportunities in AI and other frontier technologies.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 8

How Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the US

Iran's strikes on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz have unraveled the fragile US-Iran ceasefire, prompting US military retaliation and new missile attacks. The escalation has drawn international calls for de-escalation while the US declares the memorandum of understanding 'over'.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 8

China Molly Tea’s US$1.5 million Louis Vuitton fine sparks fierce debate, customer support

A Suzhou court has ordered Chinese tea chain Molly Tea to pay Louis Vuitton 10.3 million yuan for trademark infringement over a four-petal floral logo. The ruling has drawn public debate in China over cultural heritage and trademark protections, with Molly Tea announcing plans to appeal.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 8

Nato, Indo-Pacific 4 pledge defence, tech boost as deeper China-Russia ties spark alarm

NATO and its Indo-Pacific partners (IP4) pledged to expand cooperation in defense industry and advanced technology during a meeting in Ankara, Turkey. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended, alongside officials from Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, with discussions covering Russia's aggression in Ukraine and Indo-Pacific security.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 8

OpenAI to launch 'strongest model yet' after delay

OpenAI is set to publicly launch its GPT-5.6 model series on Thursday, following a delay requested by the US government over national security concerns. The series includes Sol, Terra, and Luna, with Sol described as the company's most advanced model. The delay reflects heightened scrutiny of frontier AI models amid worries about potential misuse by foreign adversaries.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 8

Russia as threat, support for Ukraine, US strikes on Iran: NATO chief’s statements

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Russia remains the main threat to the alliance and that it keeps him up at night. He also backed recent US strikes against Iran as 'absolutely necessary' and outlined summit priorities including support for Ukraine and increased defense production.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 8

Trains and emergency calls affected after major outage at Australia's largest telecoms company

A national mobile network outage at Telstra disrupted train services, payment systems and some emergency calls after a software defect in time-keeping servers. Telstra apologised and said services were restored, while the prime minister called the incident deeply concerning and the communications regulator opened an investigation.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jul 8

BYD surpasses Tesla in global race; ‘do-or-die’ crisis in China’s market: 7 EV reads

BYD has surpassed Tesla to become the world's largest battery-powered car manufacturer, driven by surging overseas shipments despite an 8.2% year-on-year drop in deliveries. Tesla delivered 480,126 vehicles in the second quarter, up 25% year on year, but BYD's 557,090 units gave it the edge.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 8

Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Signs Constitutional Amendment Bill Into Law

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 into law, extending his term to 2030 and shifting future presidential elections from public vote to Parliament. The move has drawn praise from ruling party supporters and criticism from opposition, civil society, and South African opposition parties.

3 outlets · 11 articles Jul 8