CNN 5 Things 6 AM ET: Xi turns down invite, California couple killed, Taylor Swift’s new record & more
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Dec 13, 2024 China's leader Xi Jinping has declined an invitation to Trump's inauguration, stirring international intrigue. Meanwhile, Russia escalates its aggression against Ukraine's energy supply. A former Syrian official faces federal charges for torture, revealing ongoing global justice efforts. In tragic news, a Californian couple was killed during a holiday in Mexico. On a lighter note, Taylor Swift sets a new Billboard record, further solidifying her place in music history.
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Xi Jinping Declines Invitation
- Xi Jinping declined Trump's inauguration invitation, a politically sensitive move.
- It could be seen as endorsing democratic transitions, uncommon in China.
Russia Attacks Ukraine's Energy
- Russia attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing blackouts.
- Ukraine needs more air defense systems, Zelenskyy says.
Syrian Official Charged
- A former Syrian official was charged with torture in California.
- He oversaw a prison under Assad's regime, accused of widespread abuses.