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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 18th, 2025: US Accuses China Of Aiding Houthi Attacks & Rubio Threatens To Abandon Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Apr 18, 2025
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China Aids Houthi Attacks Covertly

  • A Chinese satellite firm linked to the CCP is aiding Iranian-backed Houthi militants with targeting intelligence in the Red Sea.
  • This covert support contradicts China's professed role as a global peacemaker and exacerbates regional tensions.
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Houthis Avoid Targeting Chinese Vessels

  • Houthis have attacked many vessels, but only one Chinese-owned ship was hit by mistake.
  • This selective targeting underscores China's complex ties and influence in the conflict region.
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Rubio Signals End to Ukraine Talks

  • Secretary Marco Rubio signals U.S. may abandon Ukraine peace talks if no progress is made within days.
  • The Trump administration's patience is waning, reflecting frustration with Russia's reluctance to compromise.
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