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US bans alcoholic beverages from Canada, imposes 50% tax on many goods
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The US will ban the import of alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorbikes from Canada, and also add a 50% surcharge for many other items.
European gold is moving out of US stockpiles
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Many European countries are adjusting their gold reserve storage methods amid concerns about safety and geopolitical risks.
Vietnam - Russia strengthen coordination at regional and international parliamentary forums
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On September 8, General Secretary and President To Lam met with Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Parliament Valentina Matvienko.
President Trump and President Putin discuss the situation in Ukraine
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The highest-level communication channel between President Trump and President Putin has been restored, but the actual situation in Ukraine has not shown signs of cooling down.
World on September 9th: US focuses forces in the Middle East, Russia-Ukraine consultations show new signs
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US assesses consultation on Russia-Ukraine conflict as substantive; US announces destroying 5 Iranian oil tankers; UK cancels more than 1,000 flights... are noteworthy international news.
UK spends large sum of money to strengthen air defense capabilities for Ukraine
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Britain announced a commitment to a aid package worth 100 million pounds (about 135 million USD) to strengthen Ukraine's air defense capabilities in the upcoming winter.
Russia warns Ukraine of inevitable outcome
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned that Ukraine will face more serious consequences after attacks on Russia.
Russia arrests 2004-born suspect plotting to assassinate military personnel
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The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has arrested a Moldovan citizen born in 2004 in connection with a plot to assassinate a Russian officer.
Houthi rebels launch a series of attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's airport and oil and gas facilities
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Houthi attacked many targets in Saudi Arabia, injuring 73 people and disrupting operations at some energy facilities.
A Volkswagen car factory is being converted to produce weapons
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German automaker Volkswagen will sell one of its factories and transform this facility into a military weapons production center.
Russia equips postal workers with anti-UAV guns
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Russia adds many types of guns and bulletproof vests to the list of weapons and specialized equipment for postal workers.
Europe seeks solutions for the problem of working with AI
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The Budapest Artificial Intelligence Summit 2026 revolves around an important technological turning point when AI gradually becomes a partner of humans.
Typhoon Lowell approaches Hawaii, warning of heavy rain and flash floods
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Typhoon Lowell is approaching the Hawaiian Islands (USA), with the risk of heavy rain, high waves and flash floods in the coming days.
Close-up of the first road bridge across the Russia - North Korea border
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This bridge is expected to promote trade and allow motor vehicles to circulate year-round between Russia and North Korea.
Panama Canal considers tightening ship traffic due to El Nino
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The drought caused by El Nino may force the Panama Canal to continue to limit the number of ships passing through, putting more pressure on the global maritime transport network.
Ukrainian Attorney General resigns amid Russian arrest
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Ukrainian Attorney General Ruslan Kravchenko resigned amidst a corruption scandal and was returned to the wanted list by Russia.
French President calls on EU to ban children under 15 years old from using social media
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Efforts to protect children in the digital space are being promoted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Russia relaxes visas to promote Far Eastern tourism
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Russia plans to relax visa procedures and synchronously upgrade transport infrastructure to increase the attractiveness of tourism in the Far East region in the period up to 2030.
Russia re-attacks Ukraine after 3 days of suspension
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The short silence serving Russian-Ukrainian diplomacy closed, the sound of the alarm returned to the skies of Kiev.
World on September 8th: Europe does not want unconditional concessions in Ukraine peace talks
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Europe wants to have benefits in Ukraine peace talks, Oman evacuates 16 sailors in Hormuz, Finland completes Russian border fence... are noteworthy international news.
