China Authorizes Asset Seizures Under New Mobilization Law Targeting Taiwan Invasion Prep
Revised legislation takes effect October 1, binding citizens and private companies to national defense preparation.
Saudi Arabia Shuts Critical Pipeline After Iraq-Based Drone Attack Eliminates Hormuz Workaround
East-West export route offline for weeks while Iran-backed militias suspected in strike targeting Red Sea alternative.
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House Speaker places responsibility for safeguards on tech companies as Democrats push to cancel six-week break.
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BRICS Summit Ends With New Delhi Declaration Calling for Trade Reform, Avoiding Direct Criticism of US
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