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Chinese Defense Labs Exploit Nearly $1 Billion in US Research Funds, Report Says

Nearly $1B in U.S. research funding has supported projects tied to Chinese defense labs, raising serious national security concerns, a new study finds.

US Orders Non-Essential Personnel Back From Lebanon Embassy

The U.S. State Dept has ordered the withdrawal of non-essential personnel from the U.S. embassy in Lebanon amid heightened security concerns.
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Eileen Gu’s Return to the Olympics Renews Concerns Over China’s Athlete Naturalization Program

Xi Jinping said China would strengthen its winter sports before the 2026 Olympics by building stronger ties with international athletes.

Top Cartel Leader ‘El Mencho’ Killed in Mexican Military Operation, US Official Says

The notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel was killed in a Mexican operation, striking a major blow to a powerful drug group.

Witkoff Confirms Trump’s Red Lines for Iran as US Military Buildup Expands

The Trump administration questions why Iran hasn’t yielded or agreed to end its nuclear program despite a major U.S. military buildup in the Middle East.

Tokyo to Host US-Driven Indo-Pacific Energy Meeting in March

Tokyo is set to host the inaugural Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial and Business Forum as part of President Trump’s energy strategy later this year.

Supreme Court Ruling on Tariffs Won’t Change US–China Trade Relations, Analysts

After the Supreme Court ruled Trump’s IEEPA tariffs unlawful, analysts say U.S.-China trade likely won’t change, as other legal levy options remain.

Britain’s Former Prince Andrew Released After Being Detained by Police for 11 Hours

The British monarch’s brother was arrested on his 66th birthday over alleged public office misconduct after Epstein-related emails surfaced.