China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets.
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Death penalty sought for Bangladesh’s ex-leader Sheikh Hasina
Hasina is being tried in absentia over her deadly crackdown on student-led protests last year.
Polish judge refuses to extradite Ukrainian Nord Stream blasts suspect
The judge ordered his release, after a ruling that was met with a ripple of surprise in court and a smile from the Ukrainian in the dock.
Can Putin’s ‘Flying Kremlin’ travel through EU airspace to Budapest?
If Putin does go to Budapest to meet Trump in the next two weeks, he would need to clear a few hurdles first.
Madagascar’s military leader thanks Gen Z protesters as he is sworn in
Colonel Michael Randrianirina takes his oath of office in front of crowds days after seizing power.
Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork
The woman’s death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked.
US governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas
Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family.
Baek Se-hee, author of I Want To Die But I Want To Eat Tteokbokki, dies at 35
South Korean writer Baek Se-hee was known for her 2018 bestselling memoir about her struggle with depression.
Bolton surrenders to face charges of sharing classified information
Donald Trump’s former national security adviser is accused of using personal messaging apps and email to illegally share sensitive information.
Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting
The phone conversation, held while Zelensky was flying to Washington, stole a march on his big moment.