- China has sanctioned 20 US military-related firms and 10 executives in response to arms sales to Taiwan.
- The sanctions involve freezing assets and barring business dealings within China.
- The US State Department condemned China’s retaliation and urged Beijing to pursue dialogue instead of pressure.

A: Did you hear about the news? It's a bit crazy!
B: No, what happened? Tell me!

A: China is hitting back at the US!
B: Really? Why?

A: The US just approved a huge sale of weapons to Taiwan. Like, over 11 billion dollars worth!
B: Wow, that’s a lot! So, China isn’t happy?

A: Nope! They’ve announced sanctions against 20 American companies and 10 people.
B: Sanctions? What does that mean?

A: Basically, China is freezing their assets and stopping them from doing business there.
B: Oh, that’s not good for those companies.

A: Exactly! China says Taiwan is super important to them. They see it as a big deal with the US.
B: I see. It’s a really sensitive issue.

A: The US isn't liking China's reaction either. They’re saying China shouldn’t be punishing American companies.
B: So, everyone's a bit tense?

A: Yep! The US wants China to talk things out nicely instead of pressuring Taiwan.
B: Hopefully, they can sort it out soon!