As Israel-Iran tensions escalate, Brussels-based military and political analyst Elijah Magnier sounds the alarm that this is no longer just a regional conflict. In a recent interview, Magnier points to unwavering U.S. support for Israel — both financial and military — as a key factor behind the ongoing conflict. Without Washington's backing, he argues, Israel would struggle to sustain its military operations.

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At the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), jurors, Oscar-nominated directors, actors in the main competition unit from Brazil, Chile, Austria, Portugal and other countries, as well as global film fans shared and wrote down movies related to Shanghai with CGTN's Mi Sutong on a whiteboard.

When it comes to Shanghai, "the city of films," what movies do you think of first? From the rainy alleys in Wong Kar-wai's romantic film "In the Mood for Love" to the Oriental Pearl Tower in "Transformers," the cultural charm of the SIFF is perfectly interpreted.

Check out the movies named by global renowned filmmakers and fans including "São Paulo, Sociedade Anônima" recommended by a Brazilian juror, "Khrustalyov, My Car!" mentioned by Russian journalists, Chinese comedy-drama film "Her Story," and "The Scent of Things Remembered" by Antonio Ferreira, "The Reborn" by Santiago Esteeve shortlisted for the Golden Goblet Awards main competition. #SIFF2025 #cinema #film

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A narrative battle ignited by a single resolution? UNGA Res. 2758 restored the lawful seat to the People's Republic of China and reaffirmed the one-China principle. Yet over the past three years, U.S. politicians and think tank scholars have been aggressively pushing the false claim that Taiwan's status remains "undetermined," undermining international consensus. How are narratives being manipulated to launch a "cognitive war" on the Taiwan question? What do international law experts say about the legal standing of Res. 2758? What do witnesses recall about that historic vote in 1971? Tune in on June 18 at 11:30 a.m. BJT to explore the truth, revisit the moment, and debunk the distortions. #LiuXinOnTaiwan #TiesBeyond

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Curious about what's coming at the sixth Qingdao Multinationals Summit? Here's a quick preview of the key forums, global participation and cultural highlights ahead of this national-level event, taking place June 18 to 20 in Qingdao City, east China's Shandong Province.

With the theme "Multinationals and China: Connecting the World for Win-Win Cooperation," this year's summit will bring together over 470 senior executives from 43 countries, making it a must-watch for anyone following China's evolving global role.

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Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks targeting Israel on June 18, as the Iran-Israel conflict continued to escalate. Footage showed Iranian missiles being intercepted over Tel Aviv. Since the conflict began on June 13, 224 people have been killed in Iran and 24 in Israel.

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Brad Lander, New York City comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate, was arrested by federal agents at an immigration court on June 17. Lander's office said he was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents while observing immigration hearings.

He was released from custody after New York's Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul went to the courthouse. She left the building with Lander and said charges had been dropped against him.

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At Tianjin University, students from Georgia, Malaysia and China transform martial arts into a language of cross-cultural unity. Ilia (Georgia), Ooi Zhong Qi (Malaysia) and Tian Yuze (China) bond through their shared passion: Ilia's Long Fist embodies Taoist harmony, Ooi's Southern Fist channels ancestral loyalty, while Tian's Baguazhang mirrors life's balance. Their friendship, forged in training and through cultural exploration, epitomizes the Silk Road spirit of connection. Beyond kicks and punches, they discover mutual respect, proving martial arts transcends borders. As Tian declares, "It starts with moves, grows with passion, and ends in understanding." Here, ancient traditions become living bridges for Belt and Road dialogue.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Central Asian leaders witnessed the inauguration of China-Central Asia cooperation centers and a platform in Astana, capital city of Kazakhstan, on Tuesday.

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#Iran fired a new wave of missile attacks on #Israel early Monday, triggering air raid sirens across the country as emergency services reported at least five people killed and dozens more wounded. Iran announced it had launched around 100 missiles and vowed further retaliation for Israel's attacks on its military and nuclear infrastructure, which have killed at least 224 people in the country since last Friday. #CGTNOnsite

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In the depths of Malaysia's rainforest, the Orang Asli tribe faces a choice: progress or preservation? Chinese engineers worked with local volunteers to crack the sustainability dilemma through the introduction of solar power. Here, people share the belief that true progress never disrupts nature's heartbeat. #ChinaCentralAsia #CentralAsiaMoments #ChinaClassic

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