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China’s 6G-powered warfare system, Xi urges ceasefire in Middle East: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From a revolutionary warfare weapon to Xi urging Iran and Israel to stop fighting, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting

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Newly developed system can deliver significant advantages against modern military radars, according to researchers involved in the project. Photo: Shutterstock
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.

1. Chinese scientists build world’s first 6G-powered electronic warfare system

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.

2. Xi urges Iran and ‘especially Israel’ to cease fire during call with Putin

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.

3. Air India told to explain after Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner turns back to Hong Kong

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. Photo: Shutterstock
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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