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US leads international concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific
Though a spokesperson for China's navy stated on Monday that the test launch was simply a 'routine arrangement' of military training, the US state department is concerned that this demonstrates China's growing capacity to strike the US mainland.
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BRICS News
· Jul 7, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇨🇳 United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic [...]
JUST IN: United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic missile test.@BRICSNews
South China Morning Post
· Jul 1, 2026
China’s Wang Yi warns Marco Rubio to approach Taiwan affairs with ‘utmost caution’
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi warned the US to approach Taiwan affairs with “utmost caution” in a call with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling for Washington to expand cooperation and manage risks with Beijing. According to Chinese state news agency Xinhua, the two top diplomats held a “positive and constructive” phone call on Tuesday. It is the first reported cabinet-level communication since US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China in mid-May. During that visit, the two...
Sky News Australia
· Jul 7, 2026
‘Key focus’ of China’s nuclear-capable missile test was to alarm the US
Sky News Defence Analyst Peter Jennings says China’s “key focus” of their nuclear-capable missile test was to alarm the United States.
Korea Times News
· Jul 6, 2026
China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns
China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns
The Japan Times
· Jun 26, 2026
U.S. missile moves in Japan send China clear message: A new era has arrived
The planned longer-term presence of a U.S. midrange missile system in Japan, combined with the fielding of other advanced weaponry, is complicating Chinese military planning.
Tampa Free Press
· Jul 6, 2026
China Test-Fires Intercontinental Missile Deep Into The Pacific
The United States military tracked a Chinese submarine test-launching an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile that landed in the southern Pacific Ocean on Monday. The test comes amid heightened focus on global nuclear proliferation. Following the launch, the United States issued a statement addressing the military exercise and raising questions about the transparency of Beijing’s expanding [] China Test-Fires Intercontinental Missile Deep Into The Pacific
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 9, 2026
US criticizes China over short notice for submarine missile test
The United States has sharply criticized China for providing only a few hours’ notice before conducting a ballistic missile test launch from a nuclear-powered submarine, calling the notification inadequate and inconsistent with the transparency expected from major nuclear powers. The test, carried out on July 6 and later confirmed by Chinese state media, has heightened [] The post US criticizes China over short notice for submarine missile test appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 7, 2026
AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik
WASHINGTON: Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Australian menyuarakan kebimbangan terhadap program nuklear China selepas Beijing melancarkan ujian kepala peledak tiruan ke Lautan Pasifik, yang dilihat sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha mempercepat pemodenan ketenteraannya. Ujian itu dilakukan dua tahun selepas China melancarkan peluru berpandu balistik antara benua (ICBM) ke perairan berhampiran Polinesia Perancis, merupakan pelancaran pertama seumpamanya merentasi ... Read more The post AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
NDTV
· Jul 7, 2026
US Concerned By China Nuclear Buildup After Missile Launch
The US said Monday that China's rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern after Beijing test-fired of a missile from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean.
Al Jazeera
· Jul 6, 2026
China missile test draws criticism from Australia, New Zealand, Japan
Countries raise concerns after Chinese military test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific Ocean.
Sky News
· Jul 7, 2026
US accuses China of nuclear proliferation after ballistic missile test
US accuses China of nuclear proliferation after ballistic missile test
Sweden Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
US raises alarm over China’s rapid nuclear buildup after missile test
US raises alarm over China’s rapid nuclear buildup after missile test
Arise News
· Jul 6, 2026
China’s Pacific Missile Test Sparks Regional Security Concerns As Australia, New Zealand, Japan React
China's missile test in the Pacific has heightened regional security concerns, drawing criticism from Australia, New Zealand and Japan.
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 10, 2026
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
Focus Taiwan
· Jul 8, 2026
U.S. and allies must respond to China's gray-zone tactics: congressman
Taipei, July 8 (CNA) U.S. Democratic Representative Eugene Vindman on Tuesday said the United States and its allies must be prepared to respond to the gray-zone tactics China employs against Taiwan, arguing that deterrence should extend beyond preparing for a military invasion.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 9, 2026
China’s missile warning demands a stronger defense budget
China’s navy this week test-fired a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the South Pacific, alarming U.S. allies across the region. The launch, China’s second major open-ocean ballistic missile test in less than two years, was described by U.S. officials as a “great concern to the region and the world.” But our nation’s []
TASS
· Jun 27, 2026
US misguided approach to Taiwan issue risks triggering conflict with China — embassy
China hopes that the US side will take concrete actions to safeguard the stable development of the China-US relations as well as peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, Liu Chang said
teleSUR English
· Jul 9, 2026
China Rejects U.S. Criticism of Missile Test
China defended its recent missile test, saying it notified the United States in advance and that the exercise complied with international law and practice.
The Hill
· Jul 7, 2026
US condemns China's ICBM test launch
The Trump administration has condemned China’s test launch of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, calling the incident “of great concern.” “At a time when the United States is working harder than ever to prevent nuclear proliferation, China is doing the opposite,” said a press statement...
Breakthrough News
· Jun 23, 2026
China responds to the blacklisting of major companies by adding 10 US firms to its export ban list
The repeated use of national security measures against hundreds of its major companies has been objected to by the Chinese as economic warfare, the suppression of its legitimate economic interests, and destabilizing to global supply chains. elevation , June 23, 2026
Times of India
· Jul 13, 2026
'More destructive than US': China hits out at Japan's military role in South China Sea
'More destructive than US': China hits out at Japan's military role in South China Sea
Conservative Review
· Jul 6, 2026
China Puts US Allies On Edge With Rare Missile Test In Pacific
China fired a submarine-launched ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, sparking concerns among longtime U.S. allies in the region. A Chinese military official called the test part of a routine “annual military training schedule,” but Australia and New Zealand expressed concern that China’s actions disturbed the peace in the Indo-Pacific region, CNN reported. It []
Drudge Report
· Jun 24, 2026
China Makes New US Warship Target for Missile Tests...
China Makes New US Warship Target for Missile Tests... (First column, 1st story, link) Related stories:Bejing Luring World to Yuan and Hobbling Sanctions...Communist supercomputer outpaces American rivals...
RedState
· Jul 12, 2026
FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response
FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response
Vision Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Seven US Senators Urge Taiwan To Boost Domestic Defense Production Amid Security Concerns
Han Kuo-yu, President of Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, is leading a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers on a visit to the United States. On June 24, after meeting with the delegation, seven U.S. senators issued a joint statement urging Taiwan to take immediate action to invest in its domestic defense production capacity. Later that afternoon, the delegation []
The Jerusalem Post
· Jul 8, 2026
US says China gave only hours' notice before submarine missile test
The test occurred amid China’s rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup and is of great concern to the region, the official added.
Daily NK English
· Jul 7, 2026
North Korea offers custom deals to attract China
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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 8, 2026
China warns against renewed U.S.-Iran conflict
Beijing, July 8 (SANA) China warned on Wednesday against renewed conflict between the United States and Iran, saying further military escalation would serve neither side’s interests and urging both countries to resolve their differences through dialogue. Speaking at a regular news briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said military action could not resolve the []
The Independent
· Jul 7, 2026
China’s missile test in Pacific ‘great concern to region and world’, says US
US and Pacific nations condemn China for ‘provocation’ in aftermath of test-firing ballistic missile
Hindustan Times
· Jul 6, 2026
China successfully test-fires missile into Pacific Ocean as joint naval drills with Russia begin
A New Zealand government source said China had alerted them about an upcoming intercontinental ballistic missile test.
BNO News
· Jul 7, 2026
U.S. condemns China’s submarine ICBM test into Pacific
The U.S. State Department condemned China following the test launch of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile (ICBM) from a Chinese submarine into the southern Pacific Ocean. “The United States monitored China’s test launch from a submarine of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile, which landed in the southern Pacific Ocean,” U.S. State Department spokesperson Thomas Pigott [] The post U.S. condemns China’s submarine ICBM test into Pacific appeared first on BNO News.
Off The Press
· Jul 7, 2026
State Department condemns China’s ICBM test launch
The State Department this week condemned China for testing the launch of an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, stating the incident was of “great concern.” China conducted the test on Monday and the missile was launched from a submarine in the Pacific. China has defended the launch as part of routine training []...Click to read more
The Economic Times
· Jul 6, 2026
China to test-fire nuclear-capable missile
China to test-fire nuclear-capable missile
Yemen Press Agency
· Jun 22, 2026
China imposes sweeping sanctions on 56 major US companies
BEIJING, June 22 (YPA) – China announced on Monday a new round of sanctions targeting 10 U.S. companies operating primarily in the defense and rare earth sectors, marking a significant escalation in economic tensions despite recent diplomatic engagement between Beijing and Washington. The Chinese government said the measures were introduced in response to the U.S. []
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