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China news — October 13, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on October 13, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

11 publications

  3. PoliticsCorruptionInvestigationMiddle EastChina

    SBU Detains Women Aiding Enemy with Military Information

    The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has detained several women who were providing information to the enemy, aiding in Russian strikes on defense enterprises, volunteer centers, and military facilities. These women, including a resident of Donetsk who moved to Dnipropetrovsk, were collecting and sharing information, photographs, and videos of military and volunteer facilities, as well as recording the results of previous shellings. They were charged with high treason and state treason under martial law, facing life imprisonment with property confiscation.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Zelensky: Strikes on Yandex Data Centers Reduce Bots, Hate Speech on Social Media

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that strikes on Yandex data centers have led to a decrease in the activity of pro-Russian bots and hate speech on social media. This includes fewer bots stirring up hatred between Ukrainians and Poles, and a significant drop in support for far-right parties like AfD in Germany and MAGA in the US. However, some experts dispute the extent of the impact on Russian troll farms.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastChinaEarth

    Plague Fears in Russia and China After Lab Worker's Death

    A 28-year-old woman working at a plague research institute in Irkutsk, Russia, died from severe pneumonia, sparking concerns about a potential plague outbreak. While initial reports suggested she may have contracted the disease in a lab accident, subsequent tests found no evidence of plague or other high-threat pathogens. The World Health Organization (WHO) rated the risk as moderate to low in Irkutsk and low for Russia overall. Chinese cities near the border have implemented preventive measures due to the incident.
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  8. ScienceChinaCybersecurityEnergy Sci

    Russian Algorithm Boosts Neural Network Efficiency

    A new algorithm developed in Russia by the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) reduces the need for neural networks to rely on extensive data center resources. Dubbed HARP, this algorithm optimizes data processing and computational load distribution, enabling AI models to work faster and occupy less memory. Notably, it doesn't require retraining the entire neural network, only additional calibration. This innovation is seen as crucial for minimizing the significant energy consumption and hardware load increases expected from AI development by 2030.
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  9. WorldMiddle EastChinaWeather

    Zelensky Sets Conditions for Halting Strikes on Russian Refineries

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine is ready to stop its attacks on Russian oil refineries if Russia also stops its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This comes amidst ongoing discussions with European leaders and a recent call with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Zelensky's stance follows criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who demanded that Ukraine unilaterally halt its attacks. However, Zelensky maintains that any such deal must come with 'real guarantees' and be mutually agreed upon.
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  10. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaIsrael

    Trump Doubts China, Russia Aid Iran

    US President Donald Trump has expressed skepticism about claims that China and Russia are significantly assisting Iran. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump dismissed reports suggesting that the two countries are providing substantial support to Iran, stating that any such aid would be 'at a very low level' and that he does not believe it is happening. Trump argued that Russia and China understand the potential risks and losses associated with aiding Iran and that the US would quickly detect any significant support.
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