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Oil tanker pays 2 million USD safe fee to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran has collected $2 million from a private oil tanker company to allow oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz safely.
EU determined not to return to Russian gas despite power outages
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The European Union (EU) rejects the possibility of returning to Russian gas despite facing the risk of power outages.
World 24h: Gold prices plummet and unexpected advice from experts
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Latest world news March 20: Gold prices plummet, experts say this is a buying opportunity; Hungary opens a new gas route,...
Iran may still be strong enough to defend for months
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According to Chinese experts, Iran can still maintain military operations for 2 to 3 months and maintain its advantage in the Strait of Hormuz.
Large factory fire in South Korea, many people jump out of building to escape
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The fire occurred at about 1:18 pm on the 20th, local time at 3 am at a car parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea.
Father of 2 children found living in a cave in India with a Russian woman
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An Israeli businessman, father of two, was found living in a cave with a Russian woman, according to Indian officials.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin appears in court, could face 15 years in prison
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On July 17, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appeared in court in Bangkok to defend himself in a closed trial on charges of defamation of the royal throne.
Storm Crising forecast to head straight to the East Sea this weekend, may intensify violently
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On the morning of July 16, the low pressure in the Philippines strengthened into tropical depression Crising, with a high possibility of strengthening into a major storm when entering the East Sea over the weekend.
Ms. Paetongtarn asks for an extension of the appeal hearing in the leaked phone call with Mr. Hun Sen
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Thailand's suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra asked the court for a 15-day extension to submit a defense in the lawsuit related to a phone call with Mr. Hun Sen.
Forecast of when the low pressure will strengthen into storm Dexter
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The low pressure area moving through northern Florida, US is likely to strengthen into a storm this week.
Russian suicide UAV destroys Ukrainian radar battlefield
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Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) continue to show a spearhead role in Russia's depth attack strategy on Ukraine.
The West issues a letter to Iran about the nuclear program
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If Iran does not make a firm commitment before August 29, the UK, France and Germany will reimpose the embargoes that were lifted 10 years ago.
Serbia proposes to postpone US sanctions for the fifth time against the country's largest oil and gas company
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Serbia has proposed a fifth US sanctions exemption for oil and gas company NIS, majority of which is owned by Russia.
SCO strengthens Asia- Europe cooperation, prepares for the Tianjin Summit
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers' Council meeting aims to maintain the Shanghai spirit and promote the building of a common house.
Thailand denies US request to establish a naval base to exchange for tax reduction
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Thailand insists that there is no US request to establish a naval base in Phang Nga during negotiations to reduce tariffs on Thai exports.
Forecast of when gold prices will increase by 40% compared to last year
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The World Gold Council revealed a scenario where gold prices will increase by 40% compared to last year if the economy deteriorates.
Mr. Trump denies urging Ukraine to attack Moscow, Russia
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US President Donald Trump affirmed that he did not encourage Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to attack the capital Moscow, Russia.
Storm Crising is about to form, the East Sea is preparing to welcome consecutive low pressure
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According to the latest storm news on July 16, the low pressure in the Philippine Sea is likely to strengthen into storm Crising in the next 24 hours.
Mr. Trump announces a trade agreement with Indonesia, tax rate of 19%
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Trump said the deal called on Indonesia not to impose tariffs on US goods, while the US imposed a 19% tariff on Indonesian goods.
US suddenly stands outside EU's plan to sanction Russia
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The US will not participate in the plan to lower the price ceiling for Russian oil in the 18th package of sanctions that the EU is discussing.