China’s ‘Wolf Warrior’ Diplomacy Returns With Threat Against Japan’s Leader
The New York Times • 11/13/2025 • Last cited 11/13/2025
Summary
A Chinese diplomat's recent threat to cut off Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's "filthy neck" indicates a resurgence of China's aggressive "Wolf Warrior" diplomacy, which Beijing had previously sought to tone down, according to The New York Times. This statement reflects a shift back to a more confrontational diplomatic stance.
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