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28 Countries Issue Joint Statement Calling for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

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On July 21, 2025, 28 governments including the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Canada, and Japan jointly issued a statement calling on Israel and Hamas to immediately ceasefire and end the ongoing armed conflict in the Gaza Strip. The statement highlighted the prolonged war has caused a severe humanitarian crisis, with massive civilian casualties and extensive infrastructure destruction plunging Gaza residents into desperate conditions.

The signatories expressed support for the United Nations and international community’s ongoing diplomatic pressure on both sides to promote peace talks and a lasting ceasefire. They also pledged to strengthen humanitarian aid to Gaza, including medical supplies, food, and emergency shelter, to help alleviate the suffering of local civilians. However, the statement did not mention any sanctions against any specific party.

The United States government did not join this joint statement. A White House spokesperson said the U.S. continues to closely monitor the situation and is prepared to provide relevant assistance if necessary. Diplomatic efforts remain underway, but no concrete ceasefire timeline has been established. The international community generally urges restraint to avoid worsening the humanitarian disaster.

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Russia Successfully Tests Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile

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On October 21, 2025, Russia successfully tested its nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik (SSC-X-9 Skyfall, as NATO calls it). The missile is reportedly “invincible,” capable of penetrating current and future missile defense systems, with near-unlimited range and unpredictable flight paths.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated in a meeting with military leaders that the test marked the completion of a “critical trial” and instructed the military to begin preparing infrastructure for deployment. Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov reported that the missile flew 14,000 km during testing and remained airborne for approximately 15 hours.

Putin said the Burevestnik is a response to the U.S. withdrawal from the 1972 Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty and the establishment of missile defense systems, emphasizing the weapon’s uniqueness and claiming, “No one in the world possesses such a weapon.”

The test occurred amid tense relations between Russia and Western countries, especially ahead of a meeting with U.S. President Trump. The move is seen as a strong military signal from Russia to the West, highlighting its position in global military competition. The U.S. White House has not yet commented on the test.

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U.S. And China Reach Preliminary Trade Framework

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On the eve of a planned meeting between former President Trump and Xi Jinping, the U.S. and China reached a preliminary trade framework, providing a temporary buffer to their long-standing economic tensions.

According to reports, the framework was finalized during the ASEAN summit. Both sides agreed to delay possible high tariffs on certain Chinese goods and reached preliminary consensus on U.S. soybean exports and Chinese restrictions on key resources like rare earths.

The agreement states that the U.S. will temporarily ease some tariffs in exchange for China’s commitment to increase purchases of U.S. agricultural products. China said that although a “preliminary consensus” has been reached, it still requires domestic approval to take effect. Both sides emphasized that the framework is not a final agreement but aims to create a positive negotiating atmosphere ahead of the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting.

Analysts view the framework as a preventive measure to avoid a full-scale trade war. If successfully implemented, U.S. exporters could temporarily ease tariff pressures, while Chinese companies would benefit from stable supply of rare earths and other resources. However, key issues such as intellectual property protection, technology transfer, and tariff schedules remain unresolved, leaving markets cautious about the agreement’s durability.

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Anthony Albanese Meets Trump to Discuss Minerals, Defense, and Trade

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On October 20, 2025, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrived in Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the AUKUS defense agreement, key mineral cooperation, and trade matters.

Albanese emphasized that AUKUS represents an important strategic investment for Australia, aiming to strengthen defense cooperation with the U.S. and U.K., and promote the extraction and refinement of critical minerals to support defense and technology industries.

Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd highlighted at a defense reception that AUKUS benefits Australian industry and enhances Australia’s position in the global strategic landscape.

The meeting also raised concerns about the responsibilities and costs Australia bears under AUKUS. While the U.S. has urged Australia to raise defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, Albanese stated that Australia will allocate defense resources according to its own needs.

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