Squiz Today Trump and Xi talk it out, and Robert Irwin's time to shine
Nov 25, 2025
Trump and Xi's recent phone call raised eyebrows with no trade deal in sight. Tensions between China, Taiwan, and Japan escalate as regional dynamics shift. In local news, the Bondi Junction inquest questions psychiatric care following a tragic stabbing. Political intrigue brews as rumors swirl around Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce's potential moves. Meanwhile, Robert Irwin captures hearts on 'Dancing With The Stars,' gaining attention from the New York Times and showcasing impressive family support.
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Trump And Xi Reconnect
- Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have reconnected by phone and agreed not to be strangers ahead of a planned April visit to China.
- Xi raised Taiwan during the call, a sensitive issue Trump omitted from his recap on Truth Social.
Taiwan Escalates Regional Tensions
- Taiwan sits at the centre of a growing China–Japan dispute that complicates US diplomacy.
- Japan's defence moves near Yonaguni and a suspected Chinese drone sighting have heightened tensions.
Legal Battles Continue After Dismissals
- Charges against James Comey and Letitia James were thrown out by a federal judge, but the Trump administration will appeal.
- Comey warned Trump will likely target him again, signalling the legal fight isn't over.