US President-elect Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed key issues like trade, TikTok, and Taiwan in a positive phone call that both leaders hoped would start US-China relations on a constructive note. Trump pledged to address various issues immediately, while Xi emphasized caution on the Taiwan matter.
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Ross Gerber, an early Tesla investor, renews his call for Elon Musk to step down as CEO, citing divisiveness and distraction due to Musk's involvement with the US administration. Gerber claims Tesla’s neglected business and plummeting stock value necessitate new leadership to restore investor confidence.
President Donald Trump appointed retired Navy captain and former Senate candidate Hung Cao as under secretary of the Navy. Cao, an immigrant from Vietnam and a decorated veteran with a 25-year military career, has significant experience in both combat and Pentagon roles. His focus will be on improving military effectiveness.
North Korean troops deployed to support Russian forces in Ukraine's Kursk region have been withdrawn after suffering heavy casualties, say Ukrainian officials. Over 10,000 soldiers were sent by Pyongyang, but nearly half were reported killed or injured. Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the presence and subsequent retreat of these troops, while Russia denied confirming their involvement.
The US treasury imposed sanctions on over a dozen individuals and firms accused of helping ship Iranian oil to China. Targets included entities in China, India, and the UAE. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent criticized Iran for using oil revenues to fund nuclear and missile programs. President Trump reiterated the US's stance against Iran's nuclear ambitions, stating the country cannot have a nuclear bomb, and warned of severe consequences if Iran harms him.