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October 29, 2025
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China says Xi, Trump to have 'in depth' talks on 'major issues'



Beijing (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
China said that leader Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump will have "in depth" talks on "major issues" Thursday, as expectations grew for their high-stakes talks in South Korea. Trump has said he expected their first face-to-face meeting of his second term to result in the United States lowering tariffs imposed on China in relation to fentanyl. Beijing confirmed the face-to-face meeting on the sidelines of a summit of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), which is taking place in the c ... read more

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Gaza's civil defence says at least 50 killed in Israeli strikes
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
Gaza's civil defence agency said Wednesday that overnight air strikes killed at least 50 people in the Palestinian territory, as the Israeli military hit a string of targets after an attack that left a soldier dead. ... more
NUKEWARS
Trump says 'timing' didn't work out to meet N. Korea's Kim
Gyeongju, South Korea (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
Donald Trump said on Wednesday he was not able to arrange a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during the US president's visit to the South, ending fierce speculation over a possible summit. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Japan-US ties key to deterring China 'aggression': Pentagon
Tokyo (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Wednesday the Japan-US alliance was "critical to deterring Chinese military aggression", as his Japanese counterpart confirmed plans to accelerate a defence spending target. ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
Russia's new nuclear-powered missiles not a threat for now
Paris (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
Russia's President Vladimir Putin this weekend reported the successful final test of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, amid Moscow's ongoing war in Ukraine. ... more
VSAT NEWS
Atheras Analytics launches DESIRISS tool for satellite network design
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Oct 29, 2025
Atheras Analytics SAS has announced the release of its DESIRISS Ground Network Dimensioning tool, intended for satellite operators in the non-geostationary satellite (NGSO) sector. Developed within ... more
AEROSPACE
NATO stands with Lithuania over balloon incursion: Rutte
Brussels, Belgium (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
NATO voiced firm support for Lithuania Tuesday over what Vilnius condemned as a "hybrid attack" on its airspace by Russia's ally Belarus, involving balloons filled with contraband cigarettes. ... more
DRAGON SPACE
China set to launch Shenzhou XXI crewed mission
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Oct 27, 2025
Preparations are underway at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center for the launch of the Shenzhou XXI crewed spaceship, which will take place soon according to the China Manned Space Agency. The ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
New electric propulsion technology to support European VLEO communications mission
Paris, France (SPX) Oct 27, 2025
ION-X has finalized a commercial agreement with Univity, previously Constellation Technologies and Operations, to supply HALO-MAX electric thrusters for the uniShape mission. The uniShape initiative ... more

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ROCKET SCIENCE
Rocket Lab finalizes Photon spacecraft for Eta Space LOXSAT cryogenic fuel test mission
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 27, 2025
Rocket Lab has completed the Systems Integration Review and build of its Photon spacecraft for the LOXSAT mission developed by Eta Space and NASA. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Next-generation unmanned surface vehicles integrate advanced payloads for naval operations
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 30, 2025
Lockheed Martin has allocated $50 million to Saildrone to accelerate deployment of unmanned surface vehicle (USV) innovations for the US Navy. ... more
SPACEWAR
Strategic Partnership to Advance Real-Time Space Intelligence Services
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Oct 30, 2025
Leonardo S.p.a. and Unibap Space Solutions AB have launched a strategic partnership to develop advanced real-time space intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems. The collaboration targ ... more
THE STANS
Pakistan says peace talks with Afghanistan 'failed'
Islamabad, Pakistan (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
Pakistan said Wednesday that peace talks with Afghanistan had failed, in a blow to hopes for a lasting truce after the South Asian neighbours' deadliest border clashes in years. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Trump heads to South Korea with all eyes on Xi meeting
Aboard Air Force One (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
US President Donald Trump headed Wednesday for South Korea, where a key meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping could produce a truce in the blistering trade war between the world's two largest economies. ... more
MISSILE NEWS
North Korea announces missile test hours before Trump due in South
Seoul (AFP) Oct 29, 2025
North Korea test-fired cruise missiles off its western coast in a message to Pyongyang "enemies", state media announced Wednesday just hours before US President Donald Trump begins a visit to South Korea. ... more
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TAIWAN NEWS
China opens probe into Taiwan lawmaker for 'separatist activities'
Beijing (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
China has opened a probe into Puma Shen, a prominent Taiwanese lawmaker it has previously sanctioned, for alleged criminal "separatist activities", authorities said Tuesday. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Trump throws China assumptions in air as he meets 'brilliant' Xi
Washington (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
For years few issues drew more unanimity in the polarized United States than China - it was the arch-adversary, which Washington was destined to confront. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Takaichi, Trump swap praise for 'new golden age' of ties
Tokyo (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
Japan's new premier Sanae Takaichi lavished US leader Donald Trump with praise and vows of a "golden age" of ties on his visit to Tokyo Tuesday, before inking a deal with Washington aimed at securing critical minerals. ... more
TECH SPACE
EU to host Chinese officials Thursday for rare earth talks
Brussels, Belgium (AFP) Oct 27, 2025
A Chinese delegation will head to Brussels Thursday for talks on export curbs Beijing has imposed on rare earths, the EU said. ... more
WAR REPORT
What we know about Thai-Cambodia truce deal touted by Trump
Kuala Lumpur (AFP) Oct 26, 2025
US President Donald Trump jetted into Malaysia on Sunday to oversee the signing of a Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire pact, after deadly cross-border clashes between the countries flared this summer. ... more
TECH SPACE
Global race for rare earths comes to Kenya's Mrima Hill
Kwale, Kenya (AFP) Oct 26, 2025
Division and suspicion have gripped five villages near Kenya's coast as global powers from the United States to China eye a forest that is rich in rare earths - minerals vital to high-tech and low-carbon industries. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Trump to U.S. sailors in Japan: 'I don't like good-looking people'
Washington DC (UPI) Oct 28, 2025
President Donald Trump gave a speech to sailors aboard an aircraft carrier in Japan in which he said he dislikes good-looking people and said he's prepared to send "more than the National Guard" into American cities. ... more
MILPLEX
Bulgaria to build German gunpowder, shells plant
Sofia, Bulgaria (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
The Bulgarian government and German arms maker Rheinmetall said on Tuesday they have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture to build a gunpowder and artillery shells plant in central Bulgaria. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Troops, trade and 'hot' trucks: Trump descends on Japan
Tokyo (AFP) Oct 27, 2025
In Japan, Donald Trump will meet the emperor, hold talks with new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and make a speech on the USS George Washington aircraft carrier. ... more
MILTECH
Croatia reintroduces conscription to boost defence
Zagreb (AFP) Oct 24, 2025
Croatian lawmakers on Friday voted to reintroduce mandatory military service to boost the Balkan nation's defence, in response to rising global tension and conflicts including Russia's invasion of Ukraine. ... more
TAIWAN NEWS
Rubio rejects US abandoning Taiwan for China deal
Jerusalem (AFP) Oct 25, 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected on Saturday the idea of abandoning Taiwan as part of a trade deal with China sought by President Donald Trump. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
US forces in Caribbean braced for impact of major hurricane
Washington (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
The United States has moved military assets in the Caribbean to safety ahead of the expected landfall on Tuesday of a massive hurricane that is set to slam into Jamaica. ... more
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US VP Vance says Gaza ceasefire holding despite 'skirmishes'
Washington (AFP) Oct 28, 2025
US Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday the ceasefire in Gaza is still holding despite "skirmishes," after Israel launched air strikes and accused Hamas of attacking its troops. ... more
WAR REPORT
Pentagon chief Hegseth set for multi-country Asia tour
Washington (AFP) Oct 26, 2025
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will visit four Asian countries in the coming days, the Pentagon announced Sunday, his second tour of the "priority" region where Washington is urging increased spending by allies to counter China. ... more
AFRICA NEWS
Mali ruler fires commanders after battlefield setbacks
Bamako (AFP) Oct 22, 2025
Mali's military ruler fired three senior commanders in the armed forces, a cabinet meeting report showed Wednesday, with a source blaming battlefield failings in the campaign against jihadists. ... more
MISSILE NEWS
Trump says missile testing not 'appropriate', as Putin touts nuclear cruise missile
Aboard Air Force One (AFP) Oct 27, 2025
US President Donald Trump said Monday the announcement by his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of a nuclear-powered cruise missile test was not "appropriate". ... more
SPACEWAR
Apex to showcase space-based interceptor technology in milestone Project Shadow demonstration
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 27, 2025
Apex, recognized as the world's first company to mass-produce standardized satellite bus platforms, is setting a new benchmark for U.S. national defense by launching Project Shadow. The initiative a ... more
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