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Why are some Chinese people suddenly into Iran?

While the Chinese government tries to position itself as a potential peacemaker in the war in Iran, more people in China are becoming interested in learning about the country. That’s driving a wave of curiosity in Iranian art, history and literature, with some Chinese seeing parallels between the two nations as they both stem from ancient civilizations and now have frictions with the United States.

01:17 • Source: CNN
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Why are some Chinese people suddenly into Iran?

While the Chinese government tries to position itself as a potential peacemaker in the war in Iran, more people in China are becoming interested in learning about the country. That’s driving a wave of curiosity in Iranian art, history and literature, with some Chinese seeing parallels between the two nations as they both stem from ancient civilizations and now have frictions with the United States.

01:17 • Source: CNN
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Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel-Lebanon

CNN's Jeremy Diamond explains the contingencies behind the 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement. President Trump announced the ceasefire on Truth Social Thursday.

01:41 • Source: CNN
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Cardinal responds to criticism of Pope Leo

Archbishop of Chicago Cardinal Blase J. Cupich talks with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour about Pope Leo’s comments after President Donald Trump attacked the pontiff for his stance on the war with Iran.

01:37 • Source: CNN
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Man caught with 2,000 live ants in his luggage

A Kenyan court sentenced a Chinese national to 12 months in jail and fined him 1 million shillings after authorities found thousands of live ants packed in capsules at Nairobi’s airport.

00:57 • Source: CNN
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Pope Leo warns of world ravaged by 'tyrants'

CNN's Christopher Lamb reports from Cameroon where Pope Leo XIV gave a speech warning that the world is being ravaged by “tyrants.” The strong comments come amid President Donald Trump's attack on Leo's stance on the war with Iran.

00:52 • Source: CNN
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Russia launches one of its largest attacks on Ukraine this year

At least 17 people were killed and over 100 wounded after Russia launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine of the year, according to authorities.

00:42 • Source: CNN
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Watchdog warns of rapid North Korea nuclear expansion

New warnings from the International Atomic Energy Agency point to a potentially rapid expansion of North Korea’s nuclear program, with reactors, reprocessing and uranium enrichment facilities all operating at Yongbyon and a suspected new enrichment building now complete. CNN’s Will Ripley reports.

00:46 • Source: CNN