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Global Flashpoints: China Executes Scammers, US Eyes Iran & Border

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China Executes 11 Linked to Myanmar Scam Operations as UK Prime Minister Visits Beijing

Beijing executed 11 individuals on Thursday who were connected to criminal gangs operating in Myanmar, according to state media. The executed individuals included key members involved in scam operations flourishing in Myanmar's lawless borderlands. These scam compounds are part of a multibillion-dollar illicit industry. The executions signal a stepped-up effort by China to cooperate with Southeast Asian nations in cracking down on these operations.

The news comes as Keir Starmer became the first British Prime Minister to visit China since Theresa May in 2018. Starmer vowed to bring stability and clarity to the UK's approach to Beijing ahead of talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The UK faces a series of strategic discussions regarding China's role in green technology and the global economy.

Meanwhile, in the United States, the White House "Border Czar" Tom Homan announced a shift in tactics for federal immigration agents in Minnesota. Homan, who is replacing Gregory Bovino as head of operations in the state, stated that agents will conduct targeted operations rather than sweeping ones. The change in approach was announced on January 29, 2026.

Tensions remain high in the Middle East, with the United States increasing its military presence near Iran. Al Jazeera reported on January 29, 2026, that the US has intensified threats against Iran if it does not agree to its demands, with claims from former President Trump that a massive armada is amassing in the region.

In Iran, a climate of fear has reportedly been restored following a crackdown on protesters. Sky News reported that doctors shared disturbing accounts of alleged brutality unleashed by the regime. Sporadic internet access makes it difficult to paint an accurate picture of the situation. Sky News spoke to medical professionals who shared accounts of the alleged brutality.

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