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World 24h: Record heat covers the United States
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World news 22. 3: Russia forecasts EU to soon queue to buy back Russian oil and gas; Record heat covers the US ...
The Strait of Hormuz opens, only prohibiting ships related to Iran's rivals
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Iran declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to most ships, but will not allow ships linked to its rivals to pass through.
8 Vietnamese workers in Japan injured by large waves, 1 person died
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On March 21, 2026, 8 Vietnamese workers were in distress due to large waves in the sea area of Fukui prefecture, Japan.
Japan considers sending minesweepers to Hormuz
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Japan may deploy minesweepers to the Strait of Hormuz after reaching a ceasefire in the conflict between Iran and the US and Israel.
The Strait of Hormuz - the gateway that empires have competed over for centuries
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The geography of the Strait of Hormuz, where the shipping lanes are only more than 3.2km wide, gives Iran special power over the global economy.
About 200 Vietnamese citizens detained in Myanmar have not returned home
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Vietnam has brought back more than 450 citizens detained in Myanmar and there are currently about 200 citizens who have not returned home.
Signs of the world's leading oil exporter leaving BRICS
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BRICS member Saudi Arabia has just signed a $600 billion cooperation agreement with the US, raising questions about whether Riyadh is far from BRICS.
Vietnam issues notice of protest against China's ban on fishing in the East Sea
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The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has interacted with the Chinese Embassy in Hanoi and also issued a document protesting China's ban on fishing in the East Sea.
Russian Giatsint-B self-propelled artillery destroys Ukrainian stronghold
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The 152 mm Giatsint-B artillery operation team of the Dnepr Defense Group (Russia) attacked the facilities of the Ukrainian armed forces.
EU resolutely denies the possibility of stationing troops in Ukraine
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The Polish Foreign Minister said that there would be no Polish soldiers stationed in Ukraine, even if the country participated in the post-conflict reconstruction plan.
Israel increases Gaza bombing, Hamas leader Mohammad Sinwar may have been killed
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The fierce airstrikes by the Israeli army killed at least 80 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on May 14, Reuters reported.
Thai Prime Minister begins official visit to Vietnam
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At noon on May 15, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Hanoi, starting an official visit to Vietnam.
APEC warns of the impact of US tariffs
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On May 13, APEC warned of the impact of US tariffs on member countries.
Poland pours cold water on Mr. Trump's ambition to revive Russian gas
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President Donald Trump will not be able to sell Russian gas to the EU even if the US buys back Russian shares in gas pipelines to Europe.
TikToker Mexico shot dead while livestreaming
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A female Korean TikToker was shot and killed while livestreaming, shaking public opinion in the country.
India declares to overcome Pakistan's modern air defense system
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India has just officially declared a superior military advantage over Pakistan, despite the neighboring country using many modern weapons provided by China.
EU withdraws incentives, applies tariffs again on Ukrainian goods
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The EU is preparing to re-impose tariffs on Ukrainian agricultural products after the current tax exemption ends on June 6.
Vietnam - Thailand aim for a new milestone after 50 years of establishment of relations
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At the invitation of Politburo member and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will lead a high-ranking delegation of the Thai Royal Government to officially visit Vietnam and co-chair the 4th Session of the Vietnam - Thailand Joint cabinet from 15. 16.
Following Russian UAV hunters on duty at night
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Soldiers of the Russian mobile drone anti-aircraft group are tasked with destroying Ukrainian UAVs in the Kharkov direction.
Unexpected developments before the Russia-Ukraine negotiations
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Russian and US officials confirmed that the presidents of the two countries will not attend a meeting in Turkey on May 15, while the Ukrainian president is en route to the event.
