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Global sea freight rates reach highest level in two years
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Sea freight rates skyrocketed compared to before the US imposed new tariffs, reflecting increased pressure on supply chains and trade.
High heat, Hungary allows state employees to work remotely
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The intense heat wave broke many temperature records, forcing authorities to impose a series of emergency measures on water, railways and healthcare.
Russia announces dismissal of 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers and mercenaries in one week
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Russian military experts cited figures showing that Ukraine's losses have increased for the sixth consecutive week amid fierce fighting.
Malaysia extends MH370 search agreement
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The Malaysian government has extended the agreement with Ocean Infinity for another 12 months to continue searching for the wreckage of flight MH370.
South Korea announces investment of over 500 billion USD in chip industry
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South Korea announced on June 29 an investment of more than 500 billion USD to meet the huge demand for artificial intelligence (AI).
China warns of heavy rain for nearly a week in the south, warning of widespread floods
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China prepares to respond to a new heavy rain, warning of floods in southern provinces of the country.
China puts 40 Japanese organizations on export control and supervision list
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China announced on June 29 that it had put 20 organizations in Japan on the control list and 20 organizations on the export supervision list.
Singapore establishes committee to handle cyber abuse
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Singapore's new agency provides victims with access to requests to remove content, receive support and apply civil remedies.
Europe discusses Ukraine's tens of billions of euro loan
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The European Union is considering a long-term financial support plan to ensure resources for Ukraine if the conflict continues.
German expert predicts direct conflict between Europe and Russia is unlikely
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The descendant of Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Empire, believes that threats against Russia only increase risks to European security.
Israel declares destruction of underground tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons
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Israel said it had destroyed a tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons.
Iran warns third parties not to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran believes that any external involvement will only escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and slow down the process of restoring maritime operations.
Iraq arrests 47 officials before Prime Minister visits the US
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Iraq's large-scale anti-corruption campaign targets many figures, including a Deputy Oil Minister who was previously sanctioned by the US.
Extreme heat causes more than 1,300 deaths in Europe
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The World Health Organization (WHO) calls heat a "silent killer", calling on countries to implement action plans to protect health.
Earthquake injures 13 people, hundreds evacuated in China
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The earthquake in China that occurred in the early morning displaced hundreds of people, but no deaths were recorded.
Putin says Russia is short of fuel, waiting for US delegation to negotiate on Ukraine
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Mr. Putin admitted that Russia is facing "certain shortages" of fuel after a series of attacks by Ukraine.
Iran warns ships not to deviate from the Hoarmuz route designated by Tehran
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Iran warned that any attempt by ships to avoid the route that Tehran prioritizes in the Strait of Hormuz would "increase tensions".
Russia announces control of 2 more residential areas in Dnepropetrovsk and Zaporizhia
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on June 28 that the Eastern Operations Group had controlled the residential areas of Pisantsy in Dnepropetrovsk and Novosyolovka in Zaporizhia.
US and Iran suspend fighting, will meet in Doha tomorrow
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The US and Iran have suspended each other's attacks and will meet in Doha, Qatar to discuss the Strait of Hormuz.
China makes great strides in artificial solar project
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China's "artificial sun" reached an important technical milestone last weekend, Xinhua News Agency reported on June 28.
