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Daily Brief: Evening — June 19, 2026
The Piaz Evening Brief for Friday, June 19, 2026. 7 stories, independent analysis, no ads and no lobby money. Washington continues its policy of selling arms to Taiwan, a move consistently met with strong opposition from Beijing. Chinese officials reiterate their unwavering stance against these shipments, viewing them as a direct challenge to their sovereignty. In this brief: 1. Washington Continues Taiwan Arm Sales, Beijing Objects (CGTN - World) 2. Vance Delays Swiss Trip Amid Unseen Pressures on Iran Deal (The Hill) 3. Vance Delays Swiss Trip Amidst 'Logistical Challenges' (Axios) 4…
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