Chinese envoy calls for vigilance against Japan's nuclear ambitions

The U.S.-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz continues, as the UAE accuses Iran of attacking its civilian infrastructure in a move that analysts say could widen the confrontation in the region (01:02). A Chinese envoy to the United Nations says the international community must resolutely curb any attempts by Japan to possess nuclear weapons (22:17). Wu Yize has become China's second straight snooker world champion after defeating Sean Murphy in a thriller that stretched to the last frame (46:37).

China has erected a monument at the hotel where the Cairo Declaration was issued to commemorate the document that helped bring an end to WWII and formed part of the post-war international order (01:10). Immersive cultural tourism is emerging as a trend this Labor Day holiday (10:36). The United States is guiding ships out of the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday, while Iran insists that safe passage needs to be coordinated (22:28).

China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries has taken effect, a move that analysts say will enhance South-South cooperation (00:53). The May Day holiday in China is a chance for travel and boosting consumption (10:31). And the third phase of the Canton Fair offers displays that address consumer needs for health and wellness, as well as emotional companionship (36:55).

China's social assistance law, coming into effect on July 1, aims to provide legal guarantees to promote the development of social assistance and ensure that all Chinese people benefit from the country's reform and development (01:03). Cities across China are staging diverse activities, hoping the five-day May Day holiday could boost the tourism sector (13:13). And the war in Iran has cost the United States $25 billion so far (19:43).

China's top leadership has outlined its economic priorities, emphasizing stronger domestic demand and continued reform to sustain growth amid ongoing challenges (00:57). Passenger trips across China during the upcoming May Day Holiday are forecast to reach a historic high (10:11). The Trump administration is reportedly preparing for an extended blockade of Iran (18:51).

Iran's foreign minister has visited Russia and blamed unreasonable U.S. demands and threats as part of the reason behind the slow progress in ending the war, while the Russian president voiced support for a diplomatic solution (01:06). The suspect in the White House press dinner shooting could be sentenced to life with the charge of attempting to assassinate the president (09:13). And Chinese airports and land ports are expecting heavy cross-border passenger volume during the May Day holiday (18:40).

There are conflicting reports about whether the Iranian foreign minister discussed Tehran's nuclear program during a visit to Oman, while the U.S. president said Iran can call to negotiate an end to the war after calling off an envoys' trip to Pakistan (01:04). The alleged gunman in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner reportedly targeted Trump administration officials over dissatisfaction with the government (10:18). And profits of major industrial firms in China rose 15.5% in Q1 thanks to government policies that helped cushion the impacts of a complex economic environment (36:40).

China has announced the discovery of two new lunar minerals in samples retrieved by Chang'e-5 as the country marks its Space Day (01:10). Japanese lawmakers have approved a bill to establish a national intelligence committee, prompting widespread public concern (14:49). Lebanon and Israel have extended their ceasefire for three weeks after a high-level meeting at the White House (22:03).

Iranian leaders have cited the central role of the Strait of Hormuz in peace talks with the U.S., but Tehran has not confirmed participation in talks despite Pakistan's mediation efforts (01:03). The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers have been laid to rest after their repatriation from South Korea (14:06). And UN officials are warning of rising temperatures that are putting the livelihoods and health of over a billion people at risk (20:31).

The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers who fell in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea have returned home following a handover in South Korea (01:02). The U.S. president has threatened to bomb Iran again after extending the ceasefire hours before its expiration (10:42). And on this Earth Day, the world marks a decade since global leaders signed the Paris Agreement, aiming to curb global warming (19:12).