Some Chinese online users targeted Taiwan with false claims as the new U.S. administration began its term.
Rights groups say the Uyghurs are at risk of being deported to China where they face torture.
They were among 17 people thought to be heading to the US.
Another 22 military officials were charged on counts of genocide against the Rohingya people.
A recent study suggests Tibetans, Uyghurs in Switzerland face surveillance and cyberattacks initiated by Beijing.
Tensions loom as Canberra issued an alert about Chinese warships near Australia.
At least in the short term, the demolition will create even greater obstacles for separated families.
Lee Dae-jun was shot under direct orders from North Korean authorities near the maritime border with the South.
The major religious center has suffered demolitions and authorities have forced clergy to leave.
Experts say Washington should consider buying back some ports, offer incentives to allies to decouple from China.