China's Taiwan options narrow as U.S., allies, fortify key waterways

President Trump announced plans to visit China in April and host Chinese President Xi Jinping later next year, following a discussion that focused on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and U.S. agricultural exports, particularly soybeans.

The number of hunters in the U.S. is declining, prompting some states to organize events aimed at engaging younger generations in the sport. A recent pheasant hunt in Connecticut showcased efforts to maintain this tradition among youth.

The White House is maintaining a high level of confidentiality regarding a draft peace plan for Ukraine, as reported by NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel from Geneva, where U.S. and Ukrainian officials are engaged in discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Sudan's top general has rejected a ceasefire proposal put forth by U.S.-led mediators, labeling it as 'the worst yet.' This rejection comes amid a devastating civil war that has persisted in Sudan for over 30 months, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.

President Trump announced plans to visit Beijing in April and will host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year. This visit is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties between the U.S. and China.

President Trump held a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss key issues including Taiwan, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and trade matters, following their in-person meeting in October. This conversation reflects the continued diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

The United States has significantly reduced its involvement in the rare earth elements sector, allowing China to dominate the market by controlling 90% of rare-earth refining. This shift has been marked by the abandonment of the Mountain Pass mine, which was once a key source of these critical materials for the U.S.

The BBC's chairman and senior leaders are set to face scrutiny from lawmakers regarding the broadcaster's editorial standards following a threat from former U.S. President Donald Trump to file a billion-dollar lawsuit over a misleading edit of his speech. This confrontation is scheduled for Monday and highlights ongoing tensions between media organizations and political figures.