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• Trump’s Asia Trip: Japan Talks, South Korea Dealmaking, and a Tactical Truce with China

  Trump visited Japan and South Korea, then met China’s Xi in Busan. Japan focused on rare-earths and alliance ties. South Korea touted trade progress. Trump and Xi announced limited tariff relief and cooperation on fentanyl and commodities.

• Why the U.S. Is Sending the USS Gerald R. Ford to Latin America?

  The Pentagon ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford and its strike group to Latin America to “disrupt illicit actors.” Supporters call it deterrence. Critics see pressure on Venezuela and a risky escalation with unclear limits.