China-US trade talks kick off in Seoul ahead of high-profile leaders’ summit
Trade deals, export controls on critical minerals and the Iran war likely to be talking points as senior officials sit down for negotiations
· Xinyi Wu
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Packaging for Calbee snacks loses its color due to the Iran war
This image made from video provided by Japan’s NNN-NTV shows Calbee snack packages in color and black and white in Tokyo, Wednesday, May 13, 2026. (NNN-NTV via AP)
· Yuri Kageyama
Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Americans’ financial struggles are not a factor in his decision-making as he seeks to negotiate an end to the Iran war, saying that preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon is his top priority.
· REUTERS
New report accuses Hamas of 'deliberately' using rape on October 7
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· Matthew Doran
How Xi's meeting with Trump may spur Iran war progress | The National
The last time US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping, the American leader described their encounter as “amazing”, adding that on a scale from one to 10, he would score it a 12.
· The National Editorial
Russia Think Tank Tells Chinese Media That U.S. Endgame In Iran Is To "Achieve Market Monopoly" In Logistics, Energy
Russian military blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk, the operator behind the Rybar Telegram channel, recently surfaced in an interview with the Chinese outlet Guancha, offering a non-Western assessment of the ten-week U.S.-Iran war.
· Tyler Durden
Abu Dhabi sanctions 21 people and groups over Hezbollah links, state media reports
The United Arab Emirates has designated 16 Lebanese nationals and five Lebanon-based entities as “terrorists” over alleged links to Hezbollah, according to the state-run Emirates News Agency.
· Middleeasteye
US consumer inflation hits three-year high fueled by Iran war
WASHINGTON (AFP) -- Consumer inflation in the United States hit a three-year high in April, with the economic fallout of US President Donald Trump's Iran war rippling through the world's largest economy.
· AFP
Israel Sent Iron Dome & Troops To UAE During Iran War: Amb. Huckabee Confirms
In a very surprising revelation, the Israelis supplied UAE with advanced anti-air defense systems as it came under attack from Iran during Operation Epic Fury. More interesting is that it even sent IDF troops top operate the systems.
· Tyler Durden
Discord over Israel splits Eurovision
Boycotts, protests and fears about vote-rigging are threatening to overshadow this week’s Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.
· Ellen O'Regan
Saudi Arabia 'launched' covert attacks on Iran as regional war widened, sources say
Saudi Arabia launched numerous, unpublicized strikes on Iran in retaliation for attacks carried out in the kingdom during the Middle East war, two Western officials briefed on the matter and two Iranian officials said.
· Yonhap
China reveals four ‘red lines’ ahead of Trump visit
US President Donald Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, whom he described on Tuesday as “a friend” and “somebody that we get along with.” Trump added that he plans to discuss the war involving Iran, a country the US and Israel have accused China of supporting.
· RT
China reveals four red lines ahead of Trump visit
US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who he described on Tuesday as “a friend” and “somebody that we get along with.” Trump added that he plans to discuss the war with Iran, which the US and Israel have accused China of supporting.
· RT
Asia markets falter as hot US inflation, shaky Iran ceasefire weigh
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· Herbie G
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Israel, Finland advance at Eurovision
VIENNA (AP) -- Ten countries including favorite Finland and contentious competitor Israel won places Tuesday in the Eurovision Song Contest final, while five nations were sent home after the first day of competition in the pop music extravaganza.
· Korea Herald
Qatar and Saudi Arabia discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts
Qatar’s Prime Minister and foreign minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Saudi foreign minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed bilateral relations and regional developments during a phone call, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar.
· Middleeasteye
Iran says conflict will define ‘good and evil’ for future generations
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei issued a lengthy statement on X describing the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran as a defining struggle that would determine “the very meaning of ‘good’ and ‘evil’ in our time and for future generations”.
· Middleeasteye
US prepared to handle Iran ‘by any means necessary,’ Trump says
US President Donald Trump said he expected to discuss the conflict involving Iran and the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his visit to China, but stressed that trade would remain the main focus of their meeting.
· Middleeasteye
For Chinese exporters, Iran worries eclipse tariff woes as Trump, Xi prepare to meet
Chinese exporters spent the past year scrambling to diversify away from the U.S., moving supply chains overseas and targeting new markets, including the Middle East, as punishing tariffs upended their business models.
· Anniek Bao
S. Korean currency slides amid lingering Middle East uncertainties
The South Korean won weakened sharply against the US dollar Wednesday amid lingering uncertainties in the Middle East and sharper-than-expected US inflation.
· Yonhap
Ukraine To Israel: We Are Fighting The Same Axis Of Evil
Via The Libertarian Institute
· Tyler Durden
Donald Trump's latest comment will be used against him in November
Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
· Nick Pearson
'All options are relevant': Dedi Simchi aims to influence political arena from within - 103FM
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Dedi Simchi announced this week that he has decided to enter the political arena. In a conversation with Ben Caspit and Yinon Magal on 103FM, he addressed his decision, stating that it is a move aimed at influencing from within.
· 103FM
Magen David Adom announces new mental health emergency response unit
Magen David Adom announced the establishment of a new dedicated mental health emergency response unit on Monday, launching it in partnership with Israel's Health Ministry, following a successful pilot program.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Iran retains access to majority of missile launch sites, US intelligence shows - report
The United States believes Iran has regained access to a majority of its missile sites, according to a New York Times report on Tuesday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Battle Over the Strait of Hormuz Leaves Safe Passage a Gamble
With both Iran and the United States exerting control in and around parts of the Strait of Hormuz, securing safe passage for commercial ships — even those without Iranian links — remains opaque and difficult.
· Ephrat Livni
S. Korean currency slides amid lingering Middle East uncertainties
SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean won weakened sharply against the U.S. dollar Wednesday amid lingering uncertainties in the Middle East and sharper-than-expected U.S. inflation.
· Kim Boram
Plans for Australia's first Trump Tower scrapped due to 'toxic' brand, developer says
Plans for a A$1.5bn ($1.1bn; £802m) Trump Tower in Queensland have been scrapped with an Australian developer blaming the "toxic" Trump brand and the Iran war for the project's demise.
· Lana Lam
(LEAD) Seoul shares open sharply lower on U.S. losses, Middle East uncertainties
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· Kim Na-young
Seoul shares open sharply lower on US losses, Middle East uncertainties
South Korean stocks opened sharply lower Wednesday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street caused by a drop in blue chip tech shares and a faster-than-estimated rise in US inflation, as well as uncertainties over peace talks between the United States and Iran.
· Yonhap
S. Korea adds 74,000 jobs in April, lowest in 16 months
South Korea added 74,000 jobs in April, marking the slowest growth in 16 months in the aftermath of the Middle East conflict, which led to higher oil prices and weaker consumers' sentiment, data showed Wednesday.
· Yonhap
Intelligence reports contradict Trump’s claims about Iran – NYT
Iran has retained most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a classified intelligence assessment from earlier this month.
· RT
Seoul shares open sharply lower on U.S. losses, Middle East uncertainties
SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened sharply lower Wednesday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street caused by a drop in blue chip tech shares and a faster-than-estimated rise in U.S. inflation, as well as uncertainties over peace talks between the United States and Iran.
· Kim Na-young
Senate Democrats seek seventh vote to curb Trump's war powers
US Senator Chuck Schumer urged Republicans to support a War Powers Resolution aimed at ending President Donald Trump’s military campaign against Iran, arguing that the conflict was driving up fuel prices across the United States.
· Middleeasteye
(URGENT) Seoul shares open 1.69 pct lower on U.S. losses, Mideast uncertainties
(URGENT) Seoul shares open 1.55 pct higher at fresh record high of 7,499.07 on hopes for U.S.-Iran peace deal
· Kim Na-young
Yemen says Iran using cross-border militias for blackmail, exporting chaos
Yemen has condemned Iran for what it said were “hostile acts” on Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island carried out by an armed group affiliated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
· Middleeasteye
Trump set to arrive in Beijing for talks with Xi
President Donald Trump departed Washington for Beijing Tuesday and his high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. As he left, Trump downplayed differences with Xi over the war in Iran and predicted “good things are going to happen” during the visit.
· Aamer Madhani
Australian Wedgetail spy aircraft to return to the Middle East on Hormuz mission
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· Sbsaustralia
Asia markets set to open mixed as investors watch Trump-Xi meeting and Iran tensions
Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mixed Wednesday, as investors digest a hotter-than-expected inflation reading for April amid concerns over higher oil prices and the ongoing Middle East conflict.
· Justina Lee
Pro-Iran hacking group targets California tech company in flurry of attacks
San Jose-based eBay was hammered by a massive cyberattack allegedly carried out by a pro-Iran hacking group that’s now threatening some of world’s biggest tech companies.
· Pierce Sharpe
Israel Routinely Rapes Palestinians, and Is Now Destroying Lebanon Too.
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As Hegseth Spars With Congress Over Iran War, Trump Decries Criticism As 'Virtual Treason'
There was a bit of a narrative shift on display in Congress as back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill with top defense and Trump admin officials played out Tuesday, with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth repeatedly on the defensive as he and the administration face intensified scrutiny over the Iran war.
· Tyler Durden
Alex Palou posts fastest speed in Indy 500 practice
Alex Palou celebrates after winning the IndyCar championship Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, at Nashville Superspeedway in Lebanon, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)
· Michael Marot
Saudi Arabia and UAE coordinate on regional security efforts
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and United Arab Emirates President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephone conversation to discuss regional developments and efforts to strengthen security and stability, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
· Middleeasteye
Hezbollah says it repelled Israeli advance near Wadi al-Ain
Hezbollah said it carried out 25 strikes against Israeli forces and military equipment across southern Lebanon on Tuesday. The group said it targeted a “Drone Dome” jamming system, two communications vehicles and a Merkava tank at the al-Abad site.
· Middleeasteye
Líder de Hezbollah insta a Líbano a retirarse de las conversaciones con Israel en Washington
Varias mujeres lloran mientras cargan el cuerpo de Mariam Fahos, de 6 meses de edad, durante una procesión funeraria en honor de las personas muertas el día anterior en un ataque aéreo Israelí en el poblado de Saksakieh, en la ciudad portuaria de Sidón, en el norte de Líbano, el domingo 10 de mayo de 2026. (AP Foto/…
· Bassem Mroue
New York Times’ libelous campaign against Israel continues apace
It’s a banner month for Jew-hating propaganda at The New York Times, where libel against the state of Israel is normalized and celebrated.
· Andrea Peyser
(URGENT) S. Korea adds 74,000 jobs in April
(URGENT) Seoul shares open 1.55 pct higher at fresh record high of 7,499.07 on hopes for U.S.-Iran peace deal
· Kang Yoon-seung
Trump says he doesn’t need China’s help to end Iran war, Tehran tightens grip on Hormuz
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· Herbie G