In an interview with Russian news agency Ria Novosti, Chinese diplomat Wang Yi stated that China is prepared to play a “constructive role” in resolving the conflict in Ukraine, while also supporting Russia in safeguarding its “interests”. Wang is currently in Moscow for discussions with Russian officials and will meet with President Vladimir Putin. Despite presenting itself as neutral in the Ukraine war, China has deepened its economic and diplomatic ties with Russia since the invasion, emphasizing a non-lethal approach unlike Western countries.
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Columbia University has agreed to pay over $220 million to the Trump administration to restore federal research funding lost due to concerns about antisemitism on campus, including $200 million over three years and $21 million for civil rights violations against Jewish staff. The agreement requires institutional reforms, such as restructuring disciplinary procedures and adopting a federally-endorsed definition of antisemitism, while maintaining university independence. Want More Context? 🔎
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