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An American flag is posted near destroyed homes after a tornado passed through the area on May 17, 2025, in London, Ky. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)An American flag is posted near destroyed homes after a tornado passed through the area on May 17, 2025, in London, Ky. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

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LONDON, Ky. (AP) — Residents in Kentucky and Missouri sifted through damage in tornado-stricken neighborhoods, still on edge Sunday for more severe weather ahead afterthat killed more than two dozen people as they swept through parts of the Midwest and South.

Kentucky was hardest hit as a devastating tornado damaged hundreds of homes, tossed vehicles about and left many homeless. At least 19 people were killed, most of them in southeastern Laurel County.

Meteorologists predicted a fresh “multi-day” mix of dangerous weather conditions across the nation’s midsection with heavy rains, thunderstorms and potential tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service., which considers the self-ruled island its own territory, to be retaken by force if necessary. Washington is bound by its own laws to provide Taipei with the means to defend itself.

Lai said Taiwan would continue to, both through foreign military procurement and domestic arms development, and stand “shoulder to shoulder” with its allies “to exert deterrent power.”

“We will prepare adequately to avoid war and achieve the goal of peace,” he said.He kept open the possibility of talks with Beijing, saying that “Taiwan is very willing to engage in exchanges and cooperation with China” as long as there is mutual respect and dignity.