China’s foreign minister Wang Yi criticizes the US for imposing arbitrary tariffs despite China’s efforts to curb fentanyl exports. He warns that such actions disrupt global stability and mutual trust. Wang emphasizes China’s strong ties with Russia and calls for greater representation of developing nations in global governance, highlighting China’s role as a stabilizing force.

A UK-based wartime monitor says 52 Alawite minority members of former President Bashar al-Assad were executed. 

​A UK-based wartime monitor says 52 Alawite minority members of former President Bashar al-Assad were executed.  

The president has reversed US policy and says he trusts Putin and finds dealing with Ukraine difficult. 

​The president has reversed US policy and says he trusts Putin and finds dealing with Ukraine difficult.