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Ukrainian UAV crashes into apartment building in central Russia
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A Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed into an apartment building in Vladimir, causing a fire, forcing authorities to evacuate residents.
Depression forecast to become a storm in the East Sea is rapidly strengthening
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The low pressure near the Philippines 07d is assessed to be highly likely to strengthen in the next 24 hours.
South Korea plans to provide free AI for all citizens in 2026
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The South Korean government aims to reduce dependence on foreign platforms with free domestic AI chatbots, along with a new legal framework for this industry.
Nearly 1,000 forest fires cover Canada
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Wildfires continue to spread in many areas across Canada, forcing authorities to mobilize large-scale forces and deploy emergency response measures.
Large fire at warehouse in Sumy after drone attack
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A material and equipment business center in the city of Sumy, northeastern Ukraine, caught fire fiercely after a drone attack.
More countries prepare to tighten social networks for children
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More than 20 countries have been or are preparing to implement measures to restrict children from using social networks to protect mental health and safety in the digital space.
Typhoon Fausto becomes a super typhoon, forecast to reach its peak
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Storm Fausto has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane in the eastern Pacific basin and continues to move westward.
The mastermind of the sale of 34 newborns sentenced to 7 years in prison
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The infant trafficking ring under the guise of adoption in Indonesia has been brought to light, some victims have been taken to Singapore to be sold for thousands of USD.
Ukraine is about to receive additional support of about 690 million USD from the IMF
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Ukraine is expected to receive about 690 million USD from the support package of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Russia's gold reserves fall to a 6-year low
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Gold reserves of the Central Bank of Russia continued to decrease in the first half of 2026, to the lowest level since February 2020.
Iran attacks Amazon data center in the Middle East
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Iran said it attacked the Amazon data center in Bahrain after the US airstrike on the Darkhovin nuclear power plant.
Hydropower project tunnel collapses in India, at least 9 people die
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The tunnel collapse at the hydropower project in India may have been caused by an explosion, the specific cause has not yet been determined.
Vietnam makes positive contributions at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting
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The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 59) and related meetings took place in Manila from July 19 to 24. The meeting included about 25 activities, of which the highlight was the opening session and the closed-door meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers officially taking place on the morning of July 21.
Houthi maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, Red Sea and Hormuz along with the crisis
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Saudi Arabia on July 20 condemned the statement of the Houthi forces in Yemen about blockading the sea route with this kingdom.
US imposes new sanctions on Sudan for alleged use of chemical weapons
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The US has just imposed sanctions on the Sudanese government after allegations of using chemical weapons in a conflict with rival paramilitary forces.
Lebanon begins to take over pilot area after agreement with Israel
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The Lebanese army began deploying security takeovers in 3 pilot areas in the south as part of an agreement with Israel.
Mr. Trump signs executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a series of goods from Canada
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US President Donald Trump cited Canada's discrimination against US alcohol, cars and dairy products, imposing additional tariffs effective from August.
New British Prime Minister affirms no change of position with Russia
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New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham affirmed that London will continue to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.
Storms Bertha and Fausto both strengthen, warning of prolonged heavy rain
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Hurricane Bertha formed along the Gulf of Mexico on the evening of July 20, local time. This is storm number 2 of the storm season, expected to cause heavy rain and flooding.
Iran declares missile launch to destroy US HIMARS artillery system in Kuwait
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The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had launched missiles to attack the US Arifjan base in Kuwait, targeting HIMARS launchers.
