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Zelensky says Ukraine will 'respond to every blow' after Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday said his country would "respond to every blow" after Russian strikes killed at least seven people in the Kyiv region, and claimed another victim in southern Zaporizhzhia. Follow our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+1).

France 24

Xi’s Moscow trip shows peace in Ukraine isn’t China’s main concern

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s trip to Moscow this week has been more about reiterating China and Russia’s shared interests, and less about any concrete pathway towards ending the war in Ukraine.

The Conversation

Marcos defends US military presence, which China opposes

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has defended his decision to allow a larger United States military presence in the country as vital to territorial defense

The Independent UK

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Western democracy is weaker in this new cold war than it was in the first one

For democrats, a stubborn economic malaise is more existentially threatening than any example set in Moscow or Beijing, says Rafael Behr

The Guardian - UK

South Korea, US to hold largest live-fire drills amid North Korea tension

South Korean and U.S. forces will hold their largest-ever live-fire exercises in June in a show of force to North Korea, which has ratcheted up tension with numerous missile launches, South Korea's defence ministry said on Wednesday.

Reuters

US, South Korea plan ‘largest-ever’ live-fire drills in June

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea plans to hold its “largest-ever” live-fire drills with the U.S. in a move certain to anger North Korea, which has ramped up its provocations to new levels in response to recent military exercises.

Tribune News Service

Taiwan says it has contingency plans for China moves while president abroad

Taiwan's defence ministry has contingency plans for any moves by China during Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's overseas visit, Deputy Defence Minister Po Horng-huei said on Wednesday ahead of Tsai going to the United States and Central America next week.

Reuters

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After talks with Xi, Putin hails China's proposals for Ukraine

After two days of talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin pledged even closer ties with Russia’s most powerful backer and hailed Beijing’s proposals for ending his war in Ukraine.

Tribune News Service

New Zealand opposition concerned by AUKUS

Gerry Brownlee, the New Zealand opposition foreign spokesman, says Australia's AUKUS deal creates issues for New Zealand.

AAP

Russia hits Ukraine with missiles, drones as 'dear friend' Xi departs

Russia blasted an apartment block in Ukraine with missiles on Wednesday and swarmed cities with drone attacks overnight, in a display of force as President Vladimir Putin bid farewell to his visiting "dear friend" and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Reuters

After talks with Xi, Putin hails China proposals for Ukraine

Tribune News Service

Ni hao, Mr Zelensky, it's Xi Jinping on the line

The two most fraught conversations this week both have Chinese President Xi Jinping on one side. In Moscow, he's currently talking to his Russian counterpart and host, Vladimir Putin. In a video conference or phone call that's assumed to follow within days, he'll then interface with the Ukrainian leader, Volodymyr…

Bangkok Post

How Beijing's tactics failed in democratic Asia

Since the dawn of international politics, smaller states have faced the formidable challenge of navigating great-power rivalries. Today, it is the geopolitical contest between the US and China that has compelled countries to balance their competing national interests. Toward which side they gravitate depends on domestic and external circumstances.

Bangkok Post

Russia-China ties enter ‘new era’ as Xi meets Putin in Moscow

Xi signs an agreement with Russian president Vladimir Putin cementing their ‘no limits’ partnership.

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Axios

Xi and Putin stick to same Ukraine positions after summit

Xi offered Putin a significant show of solidarity by visiting Moscow this week.

The New Daily

Ukraine and West not ready for peace plan — Putin after Xi meet

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping spoke for more than four hours in a meeting at the Kremlin, warmly praising each other as a "dear friend".

The Guardian - UK

Putin’s two-day charm offensive with Xi underlines who’s boss

Kremlin toasts the Russian-Chinese partnership, which appears warm but far from equal

ABC News

Day two of talks between Xi and Putin sees pledge to deepen strategic partnership

Presidents Xi and Putin hail a close strategic partnership as Western sanctions on Russia open a door for trade with China.

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The Guardian - UK

Putin welcomes China’s controversial proposals for peace in Ukraine

But US warns against ‘any tactical move by Russia to freeze the war on its own terms’

Evening Standard

Vladimir Putin claims Chinese proposal could be basis for peace in Ukraine

Putin accused the West of having no interest in helping Ukraine reach such a peace deal

The Independent UK

UN chief's call for ambition on climate gets muted response

Senior government officials at a climate meeting in Copenhagen have given a muted response to calls from the head of the United Nations for greater ambition when it comes to reducing countries' greenhouse gas emissions

Reuters

China's Xi appeared more relaxed than Putin in first Moscow meeting, experts say

Body language experts say Chinese President Xi Jinping came across as more relaxed and commanding than his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at Monday's televised first meeting of Xi's state visit to Moscow.

Los Angeles Times

A ‘marriage of convenience’ for Russia and China amid the Ukraine war, or more?

WASHINGTON — When China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin sat down together in Moscow on Monday, the trappings were those of imperial power, and the bonhomie hung heavy in the air.

Foreign Policy

The U.S. Has a Troublesome Asian Ally Against China

The Philippines is using U.S. military infrastructure to commit human rights violations.

Tribune News Service

Xi hails ties with Russia as he starts more talks with Putin

Chinese President Xi Jinping touted close ties with Russia on the second day of his state visit to Moscow Tuesday, inviting Vladimir Putin to make a return visit later this year.

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