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Russian President Vladimir Putin warns that attacks on Russian territory will escalate its conflict with Ukraine, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls the Russian strike with a new ballistic missile "a severe escalation." Beijing hosts the annual U.S.-China People's Dialogue, aiming to foster stronger ties. Kenyan President William Ruto defends his administration's economic record in his State of the Nation address in parliament.

UN Security Council members blast the U.S. for again vetoing a draft resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Ukraine launches more Western weapons into Russia. The U.S. West Coast is experiencing a severe weather pattern known as a bomb cyclone.

The G20 has released a declaration aimed at building a fairer world and a sustainable planet. It prioritizes the fight against inequality and highlights the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty.

Lebanon and Hezbollah have agreed to a U.S.-proposed ceasefire with Israel. Russia pledges "an appropriate and tangible" response if Ukraine uses long-range American weapons to strike inside its territory. Successive typhoons have battered the Philippines, devastating rice fields and deepening the country's rice shortage.

The Biden administration has reportedly allowed Ukraine to use long-range missiles supplied by the U.S. to strike Russia. Lebanese authorities say Israel has intensified its attacks across the country. Typhoon Man-Yi has swept across the Philippines' main island of Luzon, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.

The opening of the Chancay Port north of Lima marks a milestone in China-Peru cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. The mega port is not only a gateway to connect Asia with Latin America, but also a means to enhance solidarity and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. This special edition delves into how the people of Peru feel about this mega-port.

Chinese President Xi Jinping witnesses the signing of documents on free trade and Belt and Road cooperation during his state visit to Peru. Business executives and government representatives gather for the APEC CEO Summit in Peru to discuss technology and energy. Argentina exits from negotiations at COP29 in Azerbaijan amid divisions.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkiye has severed ties with Israel. A series of meetings will focus on climate, energy and the indigenous people ahead of the APEC summit in Lima. The Democratic Republic of the Congo puts off an m-pox vaccination campaign in its capital.

United Nations officials are warning of an "occurring or imminent" famine in Gaza. APEC senior officials meet in Peru to discuss the future cooperation framework. The China Pavilion at COP29 is hosting 10 themed days during the United Nations climate conference.

The ongoing UN climate conference (COP29) aims to secure up to $1 trillion in annual financing to support climate action in developing countries. Leaders gather in Peru for the APEC forum, with a key focus on addressing global challenges in equity, sustainability and trade. Airshow China in Zhuhai attracts over 1,000 enterprises from 47 countries and regions.