Beijing: China has issued a stern warning against the United States following the announcement of extensive arms sales to Taiwan. The Chinese government claims that these military deals "undermine peace and stability" and has vowed to implement "resolute and forceful measures" to protect its sovereignty.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Trump administration recently disclosed plans for eight new arms packages destined for Taiwan, with a total value exceeding $11 billion. This development has prompted a sharp response from China, which argues that the arms sales violate the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiqu©s. A spokesperson from the Chinese Foreign Ministry stated that the deal severely infringes on China's sovereignty and sends a detrimental message to pro-independence movements in Taiwan.

In other international news, Anadolu Agency - English reports that Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has been vocal about the need for advancing the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip to a second phase, amid ongoing ceasefire violations. Turkey is advocating for the establishment of an international stabilization force and a peace board to manage governance and daily activities in Gaza. Fidan emphasized that discussions are underway to finalize the structure and roles of these international entities.

Meanwhile, the United States has imposed sanctions on two judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC) following their decision to reject Israel's appeal on war crimes investigations in Gaza. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions against judges Gocha Lordkipanidze and Erdenebalsuren Damdin, accusing them of partaking in actions against Israel without the nation's consent. The ICC, however, has responded by rejecting these sanctions, viewing them as a direct attack on its judicial independence.