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Tensions escalate in the South China Sea as China and the Philippines report multiple clashes involving water cannons at Scarborough Shoal.
Diplomatic efforts to resolve the war in Ukraine stall as US and Russian officials meet to discuss potential terms and ongoing arms shipments.
Escalating military exchanges between the U.S. and Iran are driving significant volatility in global oil markets.
Top US diplomat Rubio travels to Manila for ASEAN meetings, with discussions expected to cover a Trump-Xi summit.