President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a high-stakes summit in Beijing, where Xi warned of potential "clashes and even conflicts" over Taiwan. Discussions also covered trade, AI, and the war in Iran, with Trump touting business leaders in his delegation.
Wes Streeting resigned as UK Health Secretary, paving the way for a potential challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership. This move comes amid speculation about Starmer's weakened position and other Labour rivals preparing bids.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar have instructed officials to prepare a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times for a Nicholas Kristof column alleging widespread sexual abuse of Palestinian prisoners by Israeli security forces. The NYT has defended the op-ed, stating it was extensively fact-checked.
Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity related to Duterte's 'war on drugs,' fled from the Senate building where he had sought refuge. He reportedly left the heavily guarded building before dawn.
The ongoing war in Iran is impacting the global economy, with US jobless benefits rising to 211,000 and oil prices remaining mixed as OPEC cuts demand forecasts. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are also causing concerns about jet fuel shortages, rising airfares, and potential hunger crises.