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1. Trump Says His Unpredictable Style Gives Him Leverage. But It Has a Cost.

   Wed, 04 Feb 2026 23:36:42 -0000

   A year into President Trump’s second term, his threats, retreats, twists and turns appear to be wearing on allies and adversaries.

2. China’s Xi Presses Trump on Taiwan in Phone Call

   Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:24:05 -0000

   Both leaders gave versions of what they discussed, but the Chinese president’s take made clear the issue of the island was front and center.