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China says it is strongly dissatisfied with Pentagon move against major tech firms

China is strongly dissatisfied with a U.S. decision to add several large Chinese companies to a Pentagon list of firms that Washington says are supporting China’s military, the commerce ministry said on Saturday.

14 Jun 2026-07:35
Baseless: Qatar rejects Washington Post energy claim

Qatar has fiercely rejected a Washington Post report alleging that the Gulf nation secretly coordinated its energy production with Iran to influence the ongoing US-Israeli war in the region.

12 Jun 2026-19:40
Nvidia appoints Bruce Andrews

Nvidia has appointed veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews as its new head of government affairs in Washington, D.C., as the company seeks to maintain its influence in the U.S. capital while facing increased scrutiny over its business ties with China.

12 Jun 2026-09:50
Why did US sanction Cuba’s state oil company?

The United States has imposed new sanctions on Cuba's state-owned energy company, Unión Cuba-Petróleo (CUPET), in the latest escalation of Washington's pressure campaign against the Cuban government.

12 Jun 2026-03:51
Marco Rubio announces sanctions on Cuba's state oil firm

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sweeping sanctions on Thursday against Union Cuba-Petroleo (CUPET), Cuba's state-owned energy company, marking a significant escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against Havana.

11 Jun 2026-21:49
Trump warns of more strikes on Iran if no deal is reached

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face further military strikes if a deal to end the conflict is not reached, amid continuing exchanges between Washington and Tehran.

11 Jun 2026-13:39
If China attacks Taiwan, you will be affected too, Taiwan’s deputy FM warns Europe - VIDEO

A Chinese takeover of Taiwan would send profound shockwaves from Washington to Tokyo, Taiwan’s Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu warned in an exclusive interview, stating that the international community cannot afford to ignore the escalating political tensions.

10 Jun 2026-13:07
US-Iran tensions escalate after helicopter incident in Hormuz - VIDEO

The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes after Washington threatened retaliation for the downing of an American military helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, an incident that US President Donald Trump attributed to Iran.

10 Jun 2026-08:33
US seeks stricter Ebola travel measures before World Cup

The Trump administration has urged European countries to adopt travel restrictions similar to those imposed by Washington on individuals recently present in Central African nations affected by the Ebola outbreak, aiming to prevent the virus’s spread during the World Cup, according to officials and sources.

10 Jun 2026-01:35
Iran warns US forces face risks after Trump threat

A tense rhetorical showdown has erupted between Washington and Tehran following a military incident in the Middle East. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a sharp warning on Tuesday, stating that foreign military forces operating near Iran “face risks” and should leave the region immediately.

09 Jun 2026-23:57