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The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the March 23 Movement rebel group have signed a framework agreement in Qatar, a new step toward a peace deal aiming to end the conflict in eastern DRC.

Humanitarian teams are rushing to support families in Gaza after heavy rains flooded the area, displacing thousands across the Strip on Friday.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry and its diplomatic missions in Japan have advised Chinese citizens to avoid traveling to Japan in the near future.

A Chinese mainland spokesperson has voiced opposition to the U.S. arms sales to China's Taiwan region, after the U.S. Defense Department approved a potential 330-million-U.S.-dollar arms sale to Taiwan.

A bus without passengers has hit a pole near a bus stop in Stockholm, Sweden, and rolled over pedestrians on the street, killing three people.

The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-20 mission have landed safely using the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft. This was the first time the country's space program used an alternative return procedure.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn in Beijing, calling for joint efforts to further advance the building of a China-Thailand community with a shared future.

Authorities say the Chinese economy continued to see steady growth in October. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the country’s value-added industrial output expanded 4.9 percent year on year last month.

Wang Yi emphasizes China's commitment to enhancing Belt and Road cooperation with Kazakhstan, highlighting potential for growth in various sectors. Kazakhstan reaffirms its strategic partnership, focusing on executing leader agreements. Meanwhile, tensions rise as China firmly protests Japan's comments on Taiwan, warning of serious repercussions. In broader economic news, the IMF revises the US growth forecast downward amidst concerns over a government shutdown, while Shanghai solidifies its status as a key multinational hub.

Tensions heat up as China vehemently condemns Japan's remarks about Taiwan, labeling them a serious provocation. A Chinese official warns of military retaliation should Japan intervene. China demands Japan retract its statements, affirming that Taiwan is strictly a domestic issue. Meanwhile, updates on China's Free Trade Area initiatives with ASEAN showcase efforts to boost regional cooperation. Global political dynamics also unfold with the U.S. government reopening after a shutdown, highlighting ongoing challenges and risks.