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White House Announces $17 Billion Farm Products Deal With China

China will purchase at least $17 billion per year of U.S. agricultural products over the next three years, the White House said on May 17.

US Allows Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil to Expire

The U.S. ended a sanctions waiver for certain Russian oil shipments, tightening rules on crude already loaded onto tankers amid broader pressure push.
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UAE Announces Acceleration of Pipeline to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz

The United Arab Emirates announced plans on May 15 to accelerate construction of a new oil pipeline to double its export capacity through Fujairah by 2027.

Gov. Jeff Landry Previews First Trip to Greenland

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, US’ Special Envoy to Greenland, described plans for his inaugural trip to the Danish territory, scheduled May 17 through May 20.

Israel Says Head of Hamas’s Military Wing Killed in Strike

The IDF confirmed that Haddad, one of the last senior commanders involved in the planning of the Oct. 7 massacre, was killed in the strikes.

Rare Earth Exports Improve but Chip Talks Stall at Trump-Xi Summit

China has eased some rare-earth export restrictions to the U.S., but approvals remain slow, while advanced chip controls saw little discussion at the Trump-Xi summit.

Key Takeaways From Trump’s China Visit

Trump welcomed China’s new purchase commitments but noted there has been no breakthrough on the release of Jimmy Lai. President...

Trump Says Taiwan Was Major Topic in Xi Talks, Does Not Predict War

The president said he has not yet decided whether to move ahead with a major U.S. arms package for...