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Taiwan criticizes China for 'glorifying violence' after commentator attack
Taipei, July 8 (CNA) Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) on Wednesday criticized China for glorifying violence after Beijing described the assault on Taiwan-based political commentator Akio Yaita as being motivated by righteous indignation.
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Utusan Malaysia
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Modern Diplomacy
· Jun 21, 2026
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Yemen News Agency - SABA
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South China Morning Post
· Jul 5, 2026
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· Jun 25, 2026
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· Jun 30, 2026
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· Jul 2, 2026
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· Jun 27, 2026
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· Jun 30, 2026
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· Jul 5, 2026
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· Jul 3, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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Al Jazeera
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· Jun 22, 2026
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