China's 6G-powered warfare system, Xi urges ceasefire in Middle East: SCMP's 7 highlights
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Chinese researchers have developed a revolutionary electronic warfare weapon using 6G technology. Leveraging a next-generation signal processing mechanism, this system can deliver overwhelming advantages against modern military radars, according to researchers involved in the project.
In a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for an end to the fighting between Israel and Iran, urging the countries, 'especially Israel', to cease fire to prevent the situation from escalating and avoid a spillover of the conflict.
An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong aviation authorities have told Air India to submit a report after one of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners departing the city on Monday had to return when the pilot suspected a technical issue less than half an hour into the flight.
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