Daily brief
Iran is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to purchase supersonic anti-ship missiles from China. The potential acquisition comes as U.S. naval forces are said to be massing in the region, with analysts describing the missiles as a significant military capability.
A suspect has been detained in Poland on allegations of spying for China.
The U.S. raised concerns about China's nuclear arsenal at the Conference on Disarmament, with experts calling the U.S. tactic a pretext for its own nuclear expansion (ongoing coverage).
Two Chinese tourists died during a trip to Lake Baikal, leading to the arrest of the trip organizer.
A study finds that the ongoing purge within China's military is taking a toll on command structures and readiness.