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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia’s War Effort

The penalties came after top Biden administration officials warned China not to help Moscow restock its arsenal to attack Ukraine.

By Alan Rappeport

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Xi Is Meeting Blinken With Tough Issues on the Agenda

The direct meeting with China’s leader is a sign of continued effort to ease tensions, but officials expect little progress on core issues like Taiwan, trade and Chinese support of Russia.

By Ana Swanson and Vivian Wang

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Blinken’s Visit to China: What to Know

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is in China this week as tensions have risen over trade, security, Russia’s war on Ukraine and the Middle East crisis.

By Ana Swanson David Pierson and Olivia Wang

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U.S. Issues Raised Travel Advisory for Bahamas. Here’s What to Know.

A string of gang-related murders in the local community prompted the State Department to advise U.S. travelers to “exercise increased caution” while visiting the island nation.

By Shannon Sims

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