Hong Kong passes second national security law, widening crackdown powers and aligning city more closely with mainland China | CNN
Hong Kong's new national security law raises concerns over impact on rights and freedoms.
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China blasts US declaration of 'ironclad' alliance with Philippines
China criticizes US for defending the Philippines against territorial disputes in South China Sea.
Biden warns Netanyahu against 'mistake' of invading Rafah: White House
US warns Israel against invading Rafah, citing potential civilian deaths and worsened humanitarian crisis.
Middle East conflict live updates: High-ranking Hamas commander killed in Israeli strike, White House says; IDF raids al-Shifa Hospital
Israel-Gaza war escalates amid aid delivery, border crossing seizure, and US airstrikes.
Blinken Warns of False Info 'Flood' As Elections Loom Worldwide
Concerns raised by Secretary of State Antony Blinken about the potential interference of authoritarian governments in upcoming elections globally.
Dozens of US citizens evacuate Haiti on first State Department charter flight | CNN
US citizens evacuated from Haiti due to gang violence and political instability.