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• Israel
• Ceasefire between Israel, Gaza militants comes into force

A ceasefire between Israel and the militant organisation Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) in the Gaza Strip came into force at around Sunday midnight, after both sides confirmed they agreed to it.

• China
• China launches long-range airstrike drills around Taiwan

The Eastern Theatre Command of the Chinese military said around noon local time that it conducted live-fire drills in the waters and airspace around Taiwan "as planned", CNN reported.

• China
• China begins final day of military exercises around Taiwan

Taiwan's military reported that 20 Chinese military aircraft and 14 warships had taken part in exercises

• China
• India-Pakistan 'backchannel' talks hit a dead end: Report

There was a glimmer of hope for a possible thaw in the relationship following the change of government in Pakistan in April.

• China
• Ceasefire between Israel, Gaza militants comes into force

A ceasefire between Israel and the militant organisation Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) in the Gaza Strip came into force at around Sunday midnight, after both sides confirmed they agreed to it.