US presses Taiwan's parliament to pass a comprehensive defence budget.

China tells Italy not to become US 'accomplice' over extradition of Chinese hacker. Foreign ministry urges Rome to respect facts and law.

China's foreign ministry says it urges Italy to respect facts and law and not become an accomplice of the US, regarding the extradition of a Chinese hacker.

Kim Jong Un: North Korea will continue to support Russia's policies, discussed bolstering military ties, state media KCNA reports.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will continue to support Russia's policies and discussed strengthening military ties with Moscow, according to state media KCNA. Analysts say such cooperation is likely to persist beyond the war in Ukraine.

Hezbollah leader rejects direct talks with Israel over Lebanon. The statement marks a firm stance against diplomatic engagement between the two parties amid ongoing regional tensions.

The leader of Hezbollah has officially rejected the possibility of engaging in direct negotiations with Israel regarding the situation in Lebanon.

Trump cancels envoy trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, faces tough choices on forcing concessions.

President Trump canceled a planned visit by U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran, leaving himself with difficult decisions on how to compel Iran to make concessions and reach a deal.