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A |     President Joe Biden left Israel on Wednesday after a high-stakes diplomatic mission to show solidarity with the U.S. ally, but also securing Israel's commitment to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza and delivering an in-person warning to show restraint."I come to Israel with a simple message: You are not alone," Biden said as he spoke in Tel Aviv.The president compared the atrocities unleashed by Hamas to 9/11, stating Americans understand Israel's demands for justice.But he urged the nation not to be consumed by their outrage, asking officials to be deliberate with their objectives and ask the hard questions as they continue to respond to the terror attacks with airstrikes and a possible ground offensive."After 9/11, we were enraged in the United States. While we sought justice and got justice, we also made mistakes," Biden said.The remarks came off the heels of meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war cabinet as well as first responders and other Israelis affected by the violence that's unfolded since Oct. 7.Biden achieved one key objective of the trip, as Israel agreed to allow limited quantities of aid to begin to flow into Gaza from Egypt after blocking the Rafah border crossing for more than a week, leaving virtually no options in or out of Gaza."The people of Gaza need food, water, medicine, shelter," Biden said, as he stressed Hamas "does not represent the Palestinian people" and that civilians are suffering under their rule.Biden said the understanding is that the aid will be subject to inspections to ensure it is going to civilians, not Hamas."Let me be clear: If Hamas diverts or steals the assistance, they will have demonstrated once again that they have no concern for the welfare of the Palestinian people and it will end as a practical matter, it will stop the international community from being able to provide this aid," Biden said.In addition, Biden announced $100 million in new U.S. funding for humanitarian assistance in both Gaza and the West Bank to support the more than million people displaced by the conflict.Biden stepped off Air Force One at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv at about 10:50 a.m. local time. Netanyahu was waiting for Biden and the two leaders, whose relationship spans decades, shared words before exiting in convoys.Amid Biden's words of caution and restraint -- telling Israel they, as a democracy, live by the "rule of law" not the rule of terrorists -- Netanyahu only went so far as to say Israel will continue working with the U.S. to "assure that the minimum requirements are met" as well as efforts to get hostages out of Hamas control."As we proceed in this war, Israel will do everything it can to keep civilians out of harm's way," Netanyahu said. "We've asked them and we will continue to ask them to move to safer areas."Biden's visit, a physically and politically perilous one, comes one day after a deadly blast at a Gaza hospital rocked the area.Hamas blamed the incident on the Israeli Defense Forces while Israel presented materials they say prove it was a failed rocket launch by Palestinian Islamic Jihad.Biden supported Israel's claim that militants in Gaza were responsible for the blast. He told Netanyahu that it "appears it was done by the other team, not you."Later, when asked by a reporter what made him confident the Israelis weren't behind the hospital attack, Biden said it was "the data I was shown by my Defense Department."Biden was set to visit Jordan and meet with Arab leaders there but that summit was canceled after the hospital blast.

After his meetings with Israeli officials, Biden took time to speak with first responders, families of victims and hostages and others affected by the Hamas attacks.The meetings were emotional, as one first responder recounted the atrocities inflicted on women and children.One pediatric physician who moved from New York to Israel years ago told Biden "never could have prepared" in her life for the mass casualty event she experienced following the attacks. Biden shared with her the personal story of when his wife and daughter were killed in a car accident and told her he understands physicians and nurses "make a gigantic difference."。    (ECNS) -- China's annual box office in 2026 has surpassed 26 billion yuan (approximately $3.6 billion), with total moviegoers exceeding 650 million and screenings surpassing 95.23 million, according to data from online ticketing platforms.    The 2026 summer movie season has contributed significantly to market growth, with box office revenue, including advance ticket sales, surpassing 10.2 billion yuan.    The 2026 summer movie season has made a significant contribution to market growth, with box office revenue, including advance ticket sales, exceeding 10.2 billion yuan. During the summer vacation, daily box office revenue has remained above 100 million yuan for 38 consecutive days.    This year's summer season has featured more than 100 Chinese and foreign films, covering a wide range of genres.    The comedy-drama Once Upon A Time in the Middle East, released on Aug. 11, has grossed more than 1 billion yuan within eight days, ranking fourth among summer releases in 2026.    Set around a Chinese restaurant, the film explores themes of peace, food and cultural exchange through the stories of ordinary people, echoing with audiences through shared human experiences.    Another domestic film, Dear You, tells a touching story of overseas Chinese, which has been released in overseas markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Vietnam and Thailand, with overseas box office continuing to grow.    The animated film All Wishes Come True, inspired by the traditional Chinese legend of the Eight Immortals, combines Chinese aesthetics with modern animation techniques. The film has earned more than 1.6 billion yuan at the box office with releases planned in multiple overseas markets.    Among imported films, Spider-Man: Brand New Day ranked third in the summer box office chart. The film was released in Chinese mainland theaters two days ahead of North America, highlighting the importance of the Chinese market to Hollywood studios.    Another major Hollywood release, The Odyssey, was shot entirely with IMAX film cameras, which has earned more than 300 million yuan at the Chinese mainland box office.    To boost movie consumption, the National Film Administration plans to provide at least 1.2 billion yuan in moviegoing subsidies throughout the year. Average ticket prices nationwide fell to 39.5 yuan in 2026, according to data from Maoyan Professional Edition, a Chinese ticketing platform.    By the end of July, 363 new cinemas and 2,215 new screens had been added nationwide, according to the National Film Administration. Meanwhile, cinemas across the country have introduced dining, gaming, VR activities, and themed events, transforming traditional screening venues into broader cultural and social spaces.    Advanced screening technologies have also become an important factor driving audience interest. Films such as Once Upon A Time in the Middle East and The Odyssey have used IMAX technology to provide more immersive viewing experiences.    Industry experts noted that audiences are increasingly seeking high-quality productions and more immersive cinematic experiences, creating new momentum for the development of the film industry.    (By Intern Liu Shuangjing, Zhang DOngfang)                    。

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