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Japan's Hayabusa2 spacecraft flew within 800 meters of asteroid Torifune, testing technology that could help deflect dangerous space rocks. The mission, controlled from 100 million kilometers away, was hailed by JAXA officials as a demonstration of asteroid deflection capability.
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China's eastern Zhejiang province late Saturday, prompting the evacuation of over 1.7 million people. The storm previously brought strong winds and rain to Japan's southern islands and Taiwan, where thousands fled their homes and power outages were reported. Landslides in the southern Philippines, intensified by Bavi, have killed at least 17 people.
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China's Zhejiang province after lashing Japan's southern islands and prompting mass evacuations in Taiwan. The storm was previously linked to at least 17 deaths in the Philippines.
Typhoon Bavi, the second major storm to hit China in a week, is expected to make landfall near Wenzhou on Sunday morning, prompting mass evacuations. The storm has already caused fatalities in the Philippines and injuries in Japan's Ryukyu islands, and authorities warn of exceptionally heavy rains in eastern provinces.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a historic visit to New Zealand, marking the first by an Indian PM in 40 years, during which both nations elevated ties to a strategic partnership covering defence, trade, and technology. The visit also included the signing of a free trade agreement earlier in April and a five-year target to double bilateral trade.
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China's Zhejiang province, leading to the evacuation of over 1.7 million people and widespread disruption across East Asia. The storm previously caused at least 17 deaths in the Philippines, brought Taiwan to a standstill, and left thousands without power in Japan.
Grace Kim, the defending champion, and several top Australian golfers missed the cut at the Evian Championship in France, with US world No.1 Nelly Korda also eliminated. England's Lottie Woad leads after a 64, with Japan's Akie Iwai in second.
US President Donald Trump said Washington would grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot air defense missiles, a move that would make Ukraine the third country after Japan and Germany to build them. The announcement came after NATO allies agreed on a €140 billion military aid package at the Ankara summit, while a separate US-Ukraine minerals deal signed earlier has already drawn its first US contribution.
At least 15 people have been killed in landslides in the southern Philippines as Typhoon Bavi intensifies seasonal rains. The storm, which has already affected Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, is now advancing toward Taiwan and China, prompting evacuations and emergency preparations across the region.
Japanese officials have reaffirmed Tokyo's support for the G7's sanctions policy against Russia while emphasizing the importance of maintaining bilateral relations with its neighbor. The statements come amid strained ties, with Russia's ambassador to Japan describing the relationship as at an unprecedented low.
A Russian diplomat says Germany, Japan, and Italy's votes against a UN resolution condemning the glorification of Nazism show that the UN charter's 'enemy states' provisions remain relevant. He also accuses Western countries of rewriting history to challenge Russia's UN Security Council seat.
Rahm Emanuel met President Isaac Herzog in Jerusalem, emphasizing bipartisan US support for Israel, and later delivered a speech at Tel Aviv University criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu and proposing a 23-state solution. He also met with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and discussed the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Australia and India have finalised arrangements for uranium exports during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The deal, announced alongside a civil nuclear agreement, aims to support India's clean energy goals under IAEA safeguards.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its 2026 global growth forecast for the second time this year, citing the lingering effects of the war in the Middle East on energy markets. The IMF now expects the world economy to grow 3% this year, with an AI-driven technology boom only partly offsetting the shock.
Rahm Emanuel, a veteran Democrat and potential 2028 presidential candidate, delivered a speech at Tel Aviv University criticizing Netanyahu's policies and calling for a new US-Israeli alliance. He argued that unconditional support has led to a prime minister who ignores American concerns, and he proposed a 23-state solution while warning against West Bank annexation.
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.
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.
President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran effectively over, calling Iranian leaders 'scum' and 'vicious, violent people' as he arrived at a NATO summit in Ankara. The US launched strikes on over 80 Iranian targets after attacks on commercial vessels, while Trump also criticized NATO allies and reiterated his demand for Greenland.
US President Donald Trump attended a NATO summit in Ankara where he criticized European allies for their response to the US war in Iran, renewed claims on Greenland, and pressed for higher defence spending. Allies unveiled tens of billions of dollars in new arms contracts, while NATO chief Mark Rutte said the alliance emerged stronger. Reporting also covered Ukraine defence measures and Trump’s remarks on an Iran ceasefire.
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.