US delivers F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan as island eyes threat from China
Amid threats from China, Taipai is growing concerned about the Trump administration’s commitment to arming the island.
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Global News Insight reports from near front line in Ethiopia’s Afar region
Global News Insight reports from Ethiopia’s Afar region, where fighting has spread amid efforts to oust PM Abiy Ahmed.
Published On 28 Sep 2026
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What the Trump-Xi meeting revealed about global power
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Washington as world leaders gathered at the UN General Assembly in New York.
Published On 25 Sep 2026
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Why is Canada’s PM Carney not ruling out a possible war with the US
Trump’s annexation threats have prompted Carney to examine even remote risks to Canada’s sovereignty.
![U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East, in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 16, 2026. [Evelyn Hockstein/Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/reuters_6a9f7f97-1788837783.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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From ‘cheats’ to ‘great friendship’: How Trump’s rhetoric on China changed
Warmth on display in Washington contrasts significantly with the language Trump has used to characterise Beijing and Xi.
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‘Hostile, but hooked’: What’s behind the US-China trade truce extension?
Some analysts say extending the truce is pure optics – others say it’s a useful step towards a more durable deal.
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Trump-Xi summit: Here’s what’s on the agenda, and why it matters
The leaders of the US and China are expected to discuss trade, AI and Iran in their third in-person meeting in a year.
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Trump and Xi summit will focus on ‘stabilising’ ties, experts say
Trade, AI and security are on the agenda, but experts say rebuilding trust may take priority over major deals.
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As Xi meets Trump, who’s winning their trade war?
Trade war has been central to Trump’s presidency, but it didn’t slash US deficits. Meanwhile, China recorded a surplus.
US proposes AI safety notification mechanism in talks with China
Scott Bessent and He Lifeng meet in New York for US-China talks ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting later this week.
France’s Macron and Canada’s Carney announce plans to build stronger ties
Announcement comes as Canada seeks a closer relationship with the EU amid a trade war with the US.
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