Three floors of the CITIC Tower taken up by national security

 Direct translation 

The "China Zun" Tower hides a shocking secret

—The "China Zun" Tower, overlooking Zhongnanhai, has its mysterious three floors taken over by national security

Reporter / Editor : Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0629/2401607.html / Image : Beijing's tallest landmark, the CITIC Tower, was struck by a light aircraft on 26 June 2026. (AFP)

On 26 June 2026, Beijing's tallest landmark, the CITIC Tower (China Zun), was suddenly and violently struck by a light aircraft. Following the incident, while official reports were released, the specific cause of the accident remained silent. This vague statement immediately ignited a massive public outcry online. This extremely rare incident of a light aircraft striking a building instantly sparked strong public questioning of the airspace defense and security network in the core area of ​​the capital, and once again made Beijing's tallest building the eye of global attention.

This 528-meter-tall landmark building has attracted much attention since its inception, but its unique geographical location has also caused setbacks. Construction officially began on 29 July 2013, and the structural topping-out was successfully completed on 18 August 2017. However, during the subsequent completion and acceptance phase, the building encountered unexpected troubles.

Hong Kong's Ming Pao newspaper once revealed in depth that the building's straight-line distance from Zhongnanhai is actually only slightly over 6 km. Chinese Communist Party inspectors discovered that from the top three observation decks (floors 106, 107, and 108), under good visibility conditions, one can see the Zhongnanhai compound, the seat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council, to the west with the naked eye. With military-grade high-powered binoculars, daily activities within Zhongnanhai can be clearly seen. Because of this extremely rare panoramic view, the high-rise building was given extremely high political sensitivity. To eliminate potential security risks, the Chinese government subsequently carried out sweeping reforms. After the "China Zun" officially began operation at the end of 2018, these top three floors were directly transferred to the national security authorities for full management and use.

Trump's stunning victory! Iraqi PM forces pro-IRGC militants to surrender!

 Direct translation

Trump's stunning victory! New Prime Minister takes sudden action: forcing pro-Iranian militants to surrender!

- U.S. wins!

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor: Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0630/2402111.html

Significant changes have occurred in the Iraqi situation recently. From 28 to 29 June 2026, the government of new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi launched a series of anti-corruption and disarmament operations, seen by the outside world as a major development in the Middle East strategy adjustment following US President Trump's return to the White House.

In the early hours of 28 June 2026, Iraqi counter-terrorism special forces raided Baghdad's Green Zone, searching the residences of numerous politicians and high-ranking officials, arresting 47 people, including high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Oil, current and former members of parliament. The investigation focuses on corruption, US dollar smuggling, and networks of interest related to Iranian oil smuggling and pro-Iranian armed groups. Large amounts of cash and gold were found in the homes of some of those involved.

Iraqi Prime Minister Zaidi stated that this was just the beginning of the first major arrests.

On 29 June, Iraqi government spokesman Haidar al-Aboudi announced that all armed groups must complete their disarmament by September 30th. At that time, the US-led international anti-terrorism coalition will also end its mission in Iraq. Abdi emphasized that after the deadline, all weapons "not within the national framework" will be disposed of according to law.

Aboluowang commentator Wang Duren analyzed that this arms restriction order mainly targets factions within the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), which have close ties with Iran. However, the online claim that "Iraq is driving Iranian forces out of the country" is somewhat exaggerated; the official announcement is a demand for disarmament, not a complete expulsion of Iranian forces.

Wang Duran believes that with Zaidi's upcoming visit to the United States to meet with President Trump, the simultaneous implementation of these two major actions—anti-corruption and arms restrictions—is a "pledge of allegiance" to the Trump administration, showing that Baghdad is actively responding to Washington's long-standing demands to control pro-Iranian armed groups and combat corruption networks.

Wang Duran believes that Iraq's move sends two important signals: First, Baghdad is attempting to rebuild the authority of "state-monopolized force," reintegrating all armed forces into the national system; second, the new government is readjusting its strategic balance between the US and Iran, on the one hand releasing goodwill towards cooperation to Washington, and on the other hand continuously reducing the political, security, and military influence of Tehran and its proxies in Iraq. If the September 30th disarmament deadline is truly implemented, Iraq's internal power structure and even the entire strategic landscape of the Middle East could undergo significant changes.

Anti-Xi leaflets were found at Air China's base

 Direct translation

Another major incident has occurred following the Beijing plane collision! Anti-Xi leaflets were found at Air China's base.

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor: Zhongkang  / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0630/2402124.html

The aftermath of the Beijing plane collision incident has barely subsided when another revelation has stirred public opinion. Photos circulating online show that after a light aircraft collided with the "China Zun" (a famous Chinese landmark) in Beijing's core no-fly zone, leaflets seemingly criticizing Xi Jinping appeared at the entrance of an Air China base in Beijing, the timing of which is extremely sensitive.

On 29 June 2026, the social media account "Qiangguo Wa Haha" posted several pictures claiming that leaflets had been posted at the entrance of the Air China flight training base in Beijing. The leaflets listed Xi Jinping's "ten major crimes," covering issues such as authoritarianism, censorship, education, and people's livelihood, and called for opposition to one-party rule and the establishment of a democratic system.

Even more attention-grabbing is the subsequent photo posted by the same account, claiming it came from an anonymous submission by an Air China captain. The photo shows a note near the cockpit control of an aircraft that reads "Democratic China, Return Power to the People," accompanied by the text: "Xi Jinping and the CCP, don't go too far. There are airplanes three feet above your heads; this will all come true."

As of now, the authenticity of the above images and submissions has not been officially confirmed. However, given the recent Beijing plane collision and the official information blackout, these leaks spread rapidly, reflecting strong skepticism about the truth of the incident.

The Beijing plane collision itself remains shrouded in mystery: How could a light aircraft fly into Beijing's core no-fly zone? Did air traffic control intercept it? Why was the pilot's identity not released for so long? What was the cause of the accident? Aside from the initial few hundred-word report, the official explanation has been almost nonexistent. The less information available, the more speculation arises.

If the photos were indeed taken at the Air China base, their symbolic significance far exceeds that of ordinary leaflets. Air China is not only the flagship enterprise of the Chinese Communist Party's civil aviation system but also a crucial airline responsible for transporting CCP leaders, and has long been considered a highly politically sensitive entity. If even such a tightly controlled location displays publicly displayed political slogans, regardless of their scale, it indicates a dangerous crack in public sentiment.

In fact, since 2026, numerous instances of publicly expressing political discontent have circulated online. In early June, slogans seemingly demanding the removal of leaders appeared at Tsinghua University, Xi Jinping's alma mater; in May, graffiti photos circulated in the underground parking lot of Xi'an Petroleum University, appearing to call for the removal of leaders. Now, anti-Xi leaflets have been found again at Air China's base, clearly indicating that the political repercussions of the Beijing plane collision incident continue to unfold.

Iran embarks on a path of no return

 Direct translation

A stab to Trump! Iran embarks on a path of no return

Report by : Mr. Tao Miao / Editor: Fang Xun / Source: X / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0629/2401631.html

🚨 The mouthpiece of the Iranian regime's IRGC bluntly stated today: There is no choice, Iran must build an atomic bomb!

Fars News, a media outlet affiliated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), published a commentary today titled "No Choice, Iran Must Build an Atomic Bomb." The article states bluntly that Iran must acquire nuclear deterrence to eliminate the US-Israel military option during the "transition period to a new world order," negotiating based on strength and status to obtain "peace and tranquility." They even drew an analogy to the CCP in the 1970s—the US only seriously negotiated after the CCP possessed atomic bombs.

This is not hearsay; it is a public statement from the core mouthpiece of the regime.

In the current context, this statement is extremely hurtful. The US and Iran previously had a ceasefire/negotiation framework (including a memorandum and a 60-day nuclear agreement window), and the IAEA also intervened to verify it. However, while negotiating, the Iranian regime continued to enrich uranium to a high level (reaching 60%, close to weapons-grade 90%), with a huge stockpile.

Khamenei's "nuclear embargo" has long been proven to be a taqiyya (religious cover-up/expedient measure). Now, hardliners are bluntly stating that nuclear weapons are a lifeline and a bargaining chip.

This precisely exposes the true logic of the Iranian regime: they have never intended to abandon their nuclear ambitions. Previous "peace negotiations" or "limited agreements" were merely delaying tactics and bargaining chips.

This Fars News article is tantamount to an open admission—without nuclear weapons, they can only passively endure attacks; with nuclear weapons, they can force their opponents to concede "through their power and position." Typical rogue regime thinking.

President Trump has repeatedly emphasized: Iran must never possess nuclear weapons! This is not a threat; it is the most sober assessment.

A regime that supports terrorist proxies, attacks international shipping (such as the Strait of Hormuz incident), and could hand over nuclear weapons to even more insane individuals at any time, would cause the complete collapse of the Middle East and global security landscape if it were to become nuclear-armed. Israel is even less likely to stand idly by. Any appeasement or half-hearted agreement will only make the next crisis more deadly.

Do these people in the Iranian regime think they can intimidate others and gain leverage by shouting "we must build nuclear weapons"? History has already proven that when authoritarian regimes gamble on nuclear weapons, it often accelerates their own demise.

The evidence is right there in their own media. It's clear how the Trump administration and its allies should respond—they can no longer afford to give this regime any illusions.

Completely eliminating the nuclear threat is the only way to truly bring "security and peace" to the region and the world. 💪🔥

StayGate Pictures : The lounges of Suvarnabhumi Airport

 Photo copyright by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

StayGate Picture : Japan National Tourism Organization closes office to the public

 Photo copyright by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

StayGate Pictures : Saudia office in Singapore

 Photo copyright by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

StayGate Pictures : Air India Singapore office relocates to AIG Building, 78 Shenton Way

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StayGate Pictures : Plane-spotting in Penang Airport

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The U.S. Senate characterizes Xi Jinping as a brutal dictator

 Direct Translation

Xi Jinping faces a calamity at 73! The U.S. Senate unanimously approves his nomination

—A major calamity at age 73! The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution characterizing Xi Jinping as a brutal dictator.

Reporter : Wang He /  https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0618/2397381.html

On 16 June 2026, the U.S. Senate swiftly passed Resolution S.Res. 444 unanimously (Voice Vote, no objections).

This date, the day after Xi Jinping's 73rd birthday, is highly dramatic.

The resolution, spearheaded by Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott, directly names Xi Jinping as the "dictator of the People’s Republic of China," accusing him of orchestrating crimes against humanity, leading criminal organizations, and posing a serious threat to U.S. and global security.

This rare move instantly went viral globally, seen as the U.S. Senate's most direct and severe symbolic blow against the top leader of the Chinese Communist Party.

Key Points of the Resolution: A Comprehensive and Powerful Blow

According to the US Congressional website, S.Res. 444 lists several major accusations:

Deception and Global Threats

The origins of the COVID-19 virus were misled, leading to the deaths of over 1 million Americans;

The fentanyl crisis violated commitments, causing numerous American deaths;

Long-term dishonesty in trade, WTO, and product safety.

Human Rights and Crimes Against Humanity

Persecution of groups such as Falun Gong, including allegations of forced organ harvesting;

"Modern genocide" in Xinjiang: mass detention camps, forced labor, and forced assimilation;

Cultural genocide and forced labor in Tibet;

Suppression of freedoms in Hong Kong by the National Security Law.

National Security Threats

Espionage (such as the Equifax data breach), secret police stations;

Military threats against Taiwan, provocations against the Philippines in the South China Sea;

Alliance with Russia, Iran, North Korea, and other countries, threatening global stability.

Characterizing the CCP

The resolution explicitly describes the CCP as a "criminal organization," with Xi Jinping as its leader. The resolution urges sanctions against relevant CCP officials and expresses support for the persecuted Chinese people and victims worldwide. Senator Rick Scott stated firmly that day:

“The CCP, especially under Xi Jinping’s tyranny, possesses a peculiar evil. They want to control the world, and they will destroy anyone who stands in their way. We cannot be afraid to confront our enemy; we must stand up for the next generation of Americans.”

Background and Significance

The resolution was introduced on October 9, 2025, and passed unanimously the day after Xi Jinping’s birthday, several months later. This resolution represents the official position of the US Senate. The choice of this timing is widely interpreted as a strong signal of humiliation and warning.

It highlights the deep dissatisfaction of both parties in the U.S. with the CCP in multiple areas, including human rights, trade, and security, paving the way for a tougher policy in the future. Compared to previous resolutions by Japan and the EU, this U.S. resolution directly names “dictators” and “criminal organizations,” demonstrating unprecedented force.

Conclusion

A major calamity at 73!

On 16 June 2026, the US Senate, with a unified voice, declared to the world its clear opposition to brutal dictatorial rule. This historic moment will become an indelible footnote in the history of Sino-U.S. relations.

People in China are becoming less valuable

Direct Translation

Things in China are getting cheaper but people are becoming less valuable

Editor : Zhong Kang / Source : Xiong Guan'er / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0609/2393779.html / Image : Illustrative image

Some people are complacent, boasting that our express delivery and food delivery are cheap, and that we practically give away small industrial goods for free, completely outperforming Western countries. They conclude that China is highly efficient, provides excellent service, and has an advanced system. In their eyes, delivery drivers, couriers, and assembly line workers are not even human.

There is a saying in economics: "There is no free lunch."

Anything cheap simply shifts costs elsewhere. A production-driven society has no future.

A production-driven society and a consumer-driven society are not necessarily opposed.

The real question is: Does a society treat production as a means to improve people's living standards, or as the ultimate goal?

If production becomes increasingly powerful, but ordinary people's income, welfare, and purchasing power do not improve in tandem, then production capacity will ultimately be constrained by insufficient demand.

Currently, too many people in China have lost their capacity for empathy; the divisions between groups are severe.

Paying a few dollars to have a recent college graduate deliver your food several kilometers is inhumane; in fact, this business model from beginning to end is extremely unethical and should never exist. Consumer welfare and worker welfare are often not the same concept. A mature society evaluates a service not only by what consumers receive, but also by what the service provider receives.

Which is more dignified, and which has a brighter future: a prosperity where goods are cheap or a prosperity where labor is highly valued?

Why is labour so cheap?

Airport Hotel Review : D'prima Wellness Center, Cengkareng

 Review and photo copyright by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

This airport hotel is actually named D'prima Wellness Center. It sells sportswear for golf and provides room and accommodation for tourists and passengers on transit. It is located next to Pelita Air check-in counters at Cengkareng Terminal 3. 

To reach D'prima Wellness Center, enter Gate 4 to the Departure Hall after exiting the Arrival Hall, going up the external escalator and walking for less than a minute. Look for Yoshinoya Restaurant which is on the right of D'prima Wellness Center before arriving at the double-level airport hotel.

Toiletries are limited to toothpaste, toothbrush, towel, body wash and shampoo.

Breakfast starts at 6 am. Before that, breakfast packs are being prepared near the reception for guests who have paid for room packages with free breakfast. So, I eat breakfast at Bangi Cafe on the left of the hotel before I check-in for my Pelita Air flight back to Singapore by 5.20 am local time.

StayGate Review : How to enter Indonesia as a visa-exempt tourist

 Review, photo copyright by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

After filling up the Indonesia e-Arrival card at the All Indonesia portal (web-site) within three days before arrival, print and/or screenshot the bar code. After that, generate the evisa that states visa-exempt national is exempted from showing the evisa. Print the evisa. Bring the e-Arrival card with QR code and evisa to the Immigration at Indonesia port of entry.

Images below: If tourists arrived at the Indonesia port of entry without the e-Arrival card, use All Indonesia app to fill up and screenshot the e-Arrival card with QR code for immigration autogate clearance.

Tourists with the e-Arrival card hardcopy and visa-exempt evisa can skip the All Indonesia app and proceed to the Customs after immigration autogate clearance with the passport. Look for the sign at the Customs to show the e-Arrival card QR code to complete final clearance as below. 

Welcome to Indonesia!

There is no label sticker or stamp on the tourist's passport. Keep the e-Arrival card with QR code throughout the journey as proof of entry. Keep it in file as a matter of personal record. 

Before leaving Indonesia, there is no need to show the e-Arrival card during check-in, security and Immigration clearance. Scan the passport at an autogate and leave for the boarding gate.

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