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Chinese Vessel Suspected in Undersea Cable Sabotage Near Taiwan

Tensions between China and Taiwan escalated Friday as a Hong Kong-owned freighter allegedly severed a vital undersea communications cable near Taiwan. The incident, echoing earlier sabotage in the Baltic Sea, has heightened fears of a potential Chinese "quarantine" of Taiwan, aimed at isolating the island from the global community.

Xi Jinping Emphasizes Confidence Amid Uncertainty as Trump Signals Shift in Trade Policy

In his New Year's address, Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted China's resilience and confidence while acknowledging the challenges posed by global uncertainties. Xi's speech, delivered ahead of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, emphasized the strength of China's economy, noting its ability to overcome obstacles despite external pressures and the ongoing need for economic transformation.

Taiwan at the Crossroads: Why Trump Must Lead the Fight Against China

President-elect Donald Trump faces a critical geopolitical challenge: defending Taiwan's independence against China's growing aggression.

Taiwan’s Government Creates War Game to Simulate Military Escalation With China

Taiwan's Presidential Office has conducted its first-ever tabletop exercise simulating a military escalation with China, reflecting the island's intensified efforts to prepare for potential conflict.

China Sanctions 7 U.S. Companies Over Taiwan Aid

The Chinese government placed sanctions on seven U.S. companies in response to the United States announcing assistance to Taiwan.

Arizona Senator Anthony Kern Recovering After Car Accident in South Dakota

Arizona GOP Senator Anthony Kern is recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident while visiting friends and family in South Dakota, according to Kim Quintero, communications director for the Arizona Senate Republicans.

Taiwan Bolsters Defenses with U.S. Abrams Tanks

Taiwan took a significant step in modernizing its military defenses by receiving the first shipment of 108 M1A2T Abrams tanks from the United States.

Xi Jinping Unlikely to Attend Trump Inauguration Due to Diplomatic Risks

Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to accept an invitation to attend the January 20 inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, experts suggest.

Rep. Brian Mast to Lead House Foreign Affairs Committee

Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., has been chosen by the House GOP Steering Committee to chair the Foreign Affairs Committee in the next Congress. Mast, a vocal supporter of President-elect Donald Trump, was selected over contenders including Reps. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., Joe Wilson, R-S.C., and Ann Wagner, R-Mo., according to Axios.

House to Vote on $900 Billion Defense Bill for 2025, Pay Raises and Gender Treatment Restrictions

The U.S. House is poised to vote on the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2025, authorizing $895.2 billion for the military, with $849.9 billion allocated directly to the Department of Defense. The 1,813-page bipartisan bill supports service members, defense infrastructure, and U.S. military capabilities.

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