The UN warns of looming financial collapse as the US pays only a fraction of its dues while leaders stress the UN remains essential despite new US‑led initiatives.

China tightens export controls on rare earths to pressure Japan over security policy as Tokyo protests the move and warns of rising economic risks.

EU divisions threaten new Russia sanctions and Ukraine aid as Zelenskiy marks the invasion anniversary and vows not to surrender Donetsk in stalled peace talks.

The US will apply a new 10% tariff on most imports after the Supreme Court voided earlier duties, as CBP issues guidance on Trump’s updated trade move.

The US confirms DeepSeek used smuggled Nvidia Blackwell chips, intensifying debate over China’s access to advanced AI hardware and export control risks.

China urges the US to drop unilateral tariffs and signals readiness for new trade talks while considering its own response to recent US tariff moves.