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Donald Trump arrived in China on May 13 for high-stakes talks with President Xi Jinping, marking the first top-level face-to-face engagement since his administration took office. Key agenda items include bilateral trade, the Iran situation, and Taiwan. Trump’s delegation includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Analysts note that trade tariffs, technology controls, and regional security will dominate the discussions. The Iran issue is expected to be a focal point. China, as Iran’s largest oil buyer, holds significant leverage. Meanwhile, Taiwan remains the most contentious aspect of U.S.-China relations. ...

Escalating gang violence in Port-au-Prince has displaced hundreds of residents, Al Jazeera reports. Haiti has long faced a security crisis, with armed gangs controlling large parts of the capital while government forces struggle to maintain order. The international community has repeatedly called for strengthened peacekeeping efforts, but no effective intervention has emerged. Humanitarian organizations warn that the situation is deteriorating further.

Ghana plans to evacuate about 300 of its citizens from South Africa following escalating anti-immigrant violence, the BBC reports. South Africa has seen repeated waves of attacks on foreign nationals, raising international concerns about xenophobia. The evacuation reflects the severity of migration tensions in South Africa. Several governments have urged their citizens to remain vigilant and consider temporarily leaving high-risk areas.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly praised the test launch of what he described as the world’s most powerful missile, Al Jazeera reports. The test is seen as part of Russia’s military signaling amid heightened international security tensions. Analysts note that such weapons demonstrations typically carry clear strategic deterrence messaging aimed at Western nations.

Lebanon Reports 13 Killed in Israeli Strikes, Including Two Paramedics Summary: Lebanon’s health ministry reports that the latest Israeli airstrikes have killed 13 people, including two paramedics, as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. According to BBC, Lebanon’s health ministry says the latest Israeli airstrikes have killed 13 people, including two paramedics who were on their way to respond to an emergency. The strikes hit southern Lebanon and represent one of the deadliest single attacks in recent weeks. The paramedics were targeted while en route to the scene, drawing strong condemnation from international humanitarian organizations. ...

Trump Announces Dismissal of FDA Commissioner Makary Summary: President Trump has announced the dismissal of FDA Commissioner Robert Makary, citing policy disagreements with the White House. According to Reuters, U.S. President Trump has announced the dismissal of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert Makary. Makary, a prominent surgeon and public health researcher formerly at Johns Hopkins University, was nominated to lead the FDA in 2025. During his tenure, he advanced several drug approval reforms. ...

Pentagon officials reveal the Iran war has cost $29 billion so far. Trump says he does not consider the economic burden on Americans.

South Carolina Republicans block a plan to eliminate Democratic Congressman James Clyburn’s House seat.

US President Trump arrives in China for the first face-to-face summit with Xi Jinping in a decade. Iran war, trade, and Taiwan are key topics. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins the delegation.

BBC analysis shows Trump’s Golden Dome missile defense system will cost $1.2 trillion and may not stop all-out missile attacks.