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US Military Actions Undermine Global Order, China Rises

9/26/2025

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The United States undermines the global order through military actions and withdrawal from agreements, particularly under the Trump administration.
Recent U.S. Caribbean strikes and support for Israel raise concerns about international-law adherence.
Withdrawal from the United Nations Universal Periodic Review (UPR) signals retreat from human rights.
China positions itself as a leader, highlighted by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit.

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Story summary

The United States undermines the global order through military actions and withdrawal from agreements, particularly under the Trump administration.
Recent U.S. Caribbean strikes and support for Israel raise concerns about international-law adherence.
Withdrawal from the United Nations Universal Periodic Review (UPR) signals retreat from human rights.
China positions itself as a leader, highlighted by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit.