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China’s President Xi Jinping welcomed Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un ahead of a military parade in Beijing. The trilateral show of unity is seen as a direct challenge to Western influence, highlighting deepening defense and strategic ties among the three nations.
Central Asia is stepping up to protect its rapidly melting glaciers, vital for water security and ecosystems across the region. With international cooperation and advanced monitoring, countries are pioneering preservation strategies to safeguard freshwater resources, biodiversity, and livelihoods threatened by climate change.
A powerful earthquake struck Afghanistan, causing widespread devastation. Rescue efforts are ongoing as details remain unclear on casualties and damage extent. International aid agencies are monitoring the situation, but communication challenges hinder updates. Questions about infrastructure resilience and response capacity remain unanswered.
PM Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin were seen sharing a brief moment of interaction as global leaders gathered for the SCO Heads of State Council Summit, highlighting the significance of India-China-Russia ties in the evolving geopolitical landscape.
Spanish authorities arrested two Belgian tourists at Valencia Airport after discovering 20 kilograms of marijuana in their luggage. The incident underscores ongoing challenges in curbing drug trafficking through European travel hubs, with investigations underway to determine the intended destination of the narcotics.
