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CNN  —  One day after China simulated “joint precision strikes” on Taiwan during military exercises around…

US designates Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich as wrongfully detained by Russia | CNN Politics

Washington CNN  —  The US State Department on Monday officially designated Wall Street Journal reporter Evan…

Saudi Arabia and Iran agree to reopen embassies during Beijing talks on resumption of diplomatic ties | CNN

Hong Kong CNN  —  Saudi Arabia’s and Iran’s Foreign Ministers met in Beijing on Thursday to…

Wall Street Journal reporter arrested in Russia on spying charges | CNN

CNN  —  Russian authorities have detained an American reporter for the Wall Street Journal and accused…

The US sanctioned Chinese companies to fight illicit fentanyl. But the drug’s ingredients keep coming | CNN

CNN  —  The seller, who went by the name Linda Wang, was curt when asked if…

Bolsonaro claims he won’t lead opposition as he returns to Brazil for first time since riots | CNN

Brasilia, Brazil CNN  —  Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro on Wednesday claimed he would no longer…

Taiwan recalls ambassador from Honduras, prepares to lose another diplomatic ally to China | CNN

Hong Kong CNN  —  Taiwan announced Thursday it will recall its ambassador to Honduras as ties…

US State Department ends assignment restrictions that were perceived as discriminatory | CNN Politics

Washington CNN  —  The US State Department will no longer issue assignment restrictions as a condition…

China ups diplomatic offensive with drastic increase in budget — and hardened stance on US | CNN

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China’s new foreign minister warns of conflict with US, defends Russia ties | CNN

CNN  —  China’s new Foreign Minister Qin Gang warned Tuesday that “conflict and confrontation” with the…