Reuters pulls Xi-Putin longevity video after China revokes license
Reuters has removed a short video showing Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussing the possibility of humans living to 150. The footage, recorded during a Beijing military parade, was licensed from China Central Television (CCTV).
CCTV later withdrew the license, citing breaches of the agreement and claiming Reuters misrepresented the content. Reuters said it removed the video because it no longer had legal permission, while defending the accuracy of its reporting.
CCTV, its global arm CGTN, and the Chinese embassy in Washington did not immediately comment.
Kim tells Xi that North Korea will support China's interests
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Chinese President Xi Jinping that Pyongyang will firmly support China’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national development, according to Reuters.
Kim said the friendship between the two countries would remain unchanged despite global shifts. Xi echoed this, calling China and North Korea “good neighbours, good friends and good comrades” with a shared future.
Both leaders agreed to deepen strategic cooperation, step up high-level exchanges, and strengthen coordination on regional and international issues. KCNA, the state media described the visit as a historic boost to political trust and bilateral ties.
Kim concluded his Beijing trip on Thursday, escorted to the border by senior Chinese officials. Separately, Russian President Vladimir Putin sent Kim a message marking North Korea’s foundation day, praising its military support for Russia and vowing stronger ties, Reuters reported.
Trump says China should have mentioned US during 'beautiful ceremony'
President Donald Trump praised China’s military parade in Beijing as “beautiful” but said the United States should have been acknowledged in President Xi Jinping’s speech, citing America’s support to China during World War II, according to Reuters.
The ceremony, marking 80 years since Japan’s defeat, drew global attention with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in attendance.
Afterward, Trump posted a sarcastic message suggesting Xi, Putin, and Kim were “plotting against the US,” a remark the Kremlin brushed off as irony, Reuters reported.
North Korea's Kim vows full support for Russia, discusses partnership with Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged full support for Russia’s military efforts during a meeting with President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on September 3, 2025. The talks coincided with China’s World War II victory celebrations, marking a rare joint appearance of Kim, Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Reuters reported.
Kim described backing Russia as a “fraternal duty,” reaffirming North Korea’s commitment to its defense treaty with Moscow. Putin thanked North Korea for its military support in Ukraine, where around 2,000 North Korean soldiers are reported to have died, with more troops expected.
The summit highlighted strengthening ties among the three nations, signaling a united stance against Western influence. Putin also invited Kim to visit Russia, further deepening the growing partnership, according to Reuters.
Putin says Russia will achieve all aims militarily if Ukraine does not agree deal
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia will keep fighting in Ukraine if no peace deal is reached, stressing he will not give up the Donbas region. Speaking in China, he hinted at a possible settlement “if common sense prevails” but dismissed calls for a ceasefire, according to BBC.
Putin praised US President Donald Trump’s efforts to bring him to the table, including a summit in Alaska, yet refused to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy under current terms. Kyiv has urged Trump to impose tougher sanctions and boost defence aid, highlighting Moscow’s refusal to negotiate.
In Kyiv, UK Defence Secretary John Healey vowed more economic pressure on Moscow and pledged £1bn from seized Russian assets for military aid. France is also gathering Ukraine’s allies to push for US-backed security guarantees. Meanwhile, Russian forces have stepped up attacks, launching hundreds of drones and missiles on Ukrainian cities, BBC reported.
Hot mic catches Xi and Putin discussing organ transplants and immortality
A hot mic at a World War II anniversary parade caught Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussing organ transplants and the possibility of extending human life. Putin’s translator was overheard speaking about biotechnology enabling continuous organ replacement and even immortality, while Xi noted predictions that people could live up to 150 years this century, according to Reuters.
The exchange came as the leaders walked alongside North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. Neither Moscow nor Beijing has commented. The parade coincided with a summit where Putin and Xi signed over 20 agreements spanning energy, artificial intelligence, and a new gas pipeline. Xi used the occasion to warn that the world faces a choice between “peace or war.”
Xi, Putin and Kim show united front at huge Chinese military parade
China showcased its military strength with a massive parade in Beijing, where President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in a rare joint appearance. The event, marking 80 years since the end of World War II, displayed nuclear-capable missiles, drones, laser weapons and other advanced systems, underscoring China’s modernization drive, BBC reported.
In his address, Xi said the world faced a choice between “peace and war,” urging nations to value peace and work for shared prosperity. Putin and Kim later held private talks, discussing North Korea’s support in Ukraine, where Pyongyang has reportedly sent troops and ammunition in exchange for financial aid and weapons assistance.
According to BBC, most Western leaders skipped the parade, though dignitaries from Iran, Pakistan, Vietnam, Zimbabwe, Slovakia and Serbia attended. President Donald Trump criticized the gathering, accusing Xi, Putin and Kim of conspiring against the US, a claim Moscow dismissed as “ironic.”
China's parade of new weaponry sends message of deterrence
China showcased its biggest military parade to date, rolling out long-range nuclear missiles, hypersonic weapons, drones, and air-defense lasers in a display meant to project strength and deter rivals.
The show of force was aimed at multiple audiences—the US and its allies, regional powers like India and Russia, and potential arms buyers—underscoring Beijing’s growing military reach and its resolve over issues such as Taiwan, according to Reuters.
Analysts noted, however, that while the parade highlighted China’s ambitions, some of the advanced systems may still be in testing rather than fully deployed.
Russia says it will help China overtake the United States on nuclear power
Russia has pledged to support China in its push to surpass the United States as the world’s largest producer of nuclear power, Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev said on state television after talks in Beijing, according to Reuters.
US currently leads with nearly 97 gigawatts (GW) of nuclear capacity, while China operates about 53.2 GW but is rapidly expanding its reactor network. Likhachev said Beijing aims to exceed 100 GW to overtake Washington, and Moscow is already contributing to that goal.
Russia has helped construct four nuclear reactors in China and is building four more. Likhachev noted China’s growing demand for uranium and nuclear fuel, adding it will likely rely on Russian technology to develop advanced closed fuel cycle reactors, Reuters reported.
North Korea's Kim and South Korean parliament speaker shake hands, speaker's office says
South Korea’s National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik briefly shook hands with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Wednesday during a military parade in Beijing marking Japan’s World War Two surrender, Reuters reported.
Woo, representing Seoul at the event, has joined President Lee Jae Myung in urging renewed dialogue between the two Koreas, though Pyongyang has rejected recent overtures.
During his trip, Woo also met Russian President Vladimir Putin, who asked if he should convey a message to Kim. Woo replied that fostering peace on the Korean Peninsula remained vital despite strained relations. According to Reuters, several South Korean lawmakers accompanied him on the visit.
Xi hails 'unstoppable China' as new weapons displayed in military parade
President Xi Jinping oversaw China’s largest military parade in Tiananmen Square, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in World War II. Before a crowd of more than 50,000, Xi warned the world stands at a crossroads of “peace or war,” urging dialogue over confrontation.
The parade showcased China’s expanding military power, featuring hypersonic missiles, advanced drones, fighter jets and other cutting-edge weapons. The event underscored Beijing’s drive to project strength on the global stage, according to Reuters.
Xi was joined by Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, highlighting closer ties among leaders who share growing tensions with the West. Analysts said the gathering was as much a geopolitical statement as a display of force.
North Korea's Kim arrives in Beijing with daughter to attend massive military parade
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Beijing on Tuesday, accompanied by his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, to attend China’s “Victory Day” military parade marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s World War Two surrender. This is the first time a North Korean leader has attended a Chinese parade since 1959, BBC reported.
Kim traveled by his heavily guarded armored train, a tradition started by his grandfather, with South Korean intelligence suggesting his daughter is his “most likely” successor. He was greeted by senior Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi, in what North Korean media described as a “warm atmosphere.”
The visit highlights Kim’s rare diplomatic engagement abroad, following limited recent contacts with world leaders, mainly Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and underscores Pyongyang’s strategic ties with Beijing amid regional and global tensions, according to BBC.
Xi hosts ‘old friend’ Putin, Kim ahead of military parade in challenge to West
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Beijing, signaling closer ties among powers at odds with the West. The rare joint appearance underscores growing solidarity among nations increasingly isolated by Western powers, Reuters reported.
Kim, arriving on his armored train, was received by senior Chinese officials in what marked his most prominent diplomatic outing in years. The three leaders are expected to appear together at China’s largest military parade, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in World War II.
According to Reuters, the gathering highlights deepening political and military cooperation between Beijing, Moscow, and Pyongyang, and is seen as a direct challenge to the Western-led order.
Russia to boost gas supplies to China, signs deal for new pipeline
Russia has agreed to boost gas supplies to China, strengthening their energy partnership as Moscow pivots away from Europe, Reuters reported.
Gazprom will raise annual deliveries through the Power of Siberia pipeline from 38 to 44bn cubic meters. In a parallel move, Russia, China, and Mongolia signed a binding pact to build the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, which could add another 50 bcm of gas each year.
According to Reuters, the deal highlights deepening Moscow-Beijing cooperation under Western sanctions and Europe’s reduced reliance on Russian gas.
Putin thanks xi, his 'dear friend', for warm welcome to China
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude to Chinese President Xi Jinping for the warm reception during his visit to China, Reuters reported.
In a meeting, Putin referred to Xi as his “dear friend” and praised the historically high level of strategic cooperation between Russia and China. He highlighted the depth of bilateral ties, describing them as exceptionally close.
Putin emphasized that their frequent and open communication reflects the strong relationship between the two nations, signaling continued collaboration on global and regional issues.
The visit underscores Russia and China’s growing alignment on political, economic, and security matters amid shifting international dynamics, according to Reuters.
Xi to flaunt China's vision of new global order at military parade
Chinese President Xi Jinping will host a massive military parade on September 3 in Beijing, marking 80 years since Japan’s World War II surrender. The event, highlighting China’s growing military capabilities, aims to project the nation’s vision for a new global order, according to Reuters
Over 20 foreign leaders, including Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, are expected, underscoring China’s ties with authoritarian states. The parade will showcase advanced weaponry, including hypersonic missiles and drones, while promoting China’s own historical narrative of the war.
While critics, particularly from Taiwan, decry the $5bn cost as a display of military assertiveness, the event signals China’s ambition to challenge US influence and assert itself in global politics, Reuters reported.
