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Political tensions between the US and China have escalated following a stabbing attack on four American instructors in China. The US Ambassador to China, R Nicholas Burns, expressed disappointment over the Chinese government’s limited disclosure of information about the attack, raising concerns about transparency and seeking more details regarding the assailant’s motivations. The Chinese government has defended its actions, characterizing the incident as an isolated case resulting from a physical collision and quarrel. However, the US government expressed dissatisfaction with the charge of “picking quarrels and provoking trouble” levied against the suspect, arguing it doesn’t match the severity of the crime. The incident has further strained relations between the two countries, highlighting ongoing disagreements over transparency and legal proceedings.

An Israeli soldier was killed and another seriously injured in a stabbing attack at a mall in northern Israel. The attacker was shot dead by the soldier before succumbing to his own wounds. The incident comes amid heightened tensions in Israel following the ongoing war with Hamas in Gaza.

Salman Rushdie, the renowned author, has demonstrated remarkable resilience following the horrific stabbing incident he endured in 2022. Despite losing sight in one eye, Rushdie visited his attacker’s prison and experienced an unusual occurrence: his feet began dancing outside the man’s cell. Rushdie’s memoir, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder,” recounts his experience, emphasizing the importance of standing up against thin-skinned attitudes and recognizing that offense alone does not justify violence.