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Vietnam is forecast to grow the highest in Southeast Asia

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Vietnam continues to be forecast to be the fastest growing economy in Southeast Asia, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) report updated in July 2026 released by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on July 8.

Ukraine is unlikely to join NATO in the next 10 years

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Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Nikolay Azarov believes that Ukraine will not be able to join NATO for at least the next 10 years.

Russia announces demotion of commander of elite UAV unit of Ukraine

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Russia claims two Ukrainian officers have been killed in the special military operation area.

German Parliament rejects proposal to transfer Taurus missiles to Ukraine

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The German Parliament has rejected the Green Party's proposal to increase military aid to Ukraine, including the transfer of Taurus cruise missiles.

The world experiences the second hottest June in history

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The global experience is the second hottest June in history, as many regions record unusually high temperatures.

Israel shares new information about US President assassination plot

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A new warning from Israel appeared amid escalating US-Iran tensions, forcing the US President to change his private jet for security reasons.

German exports increase for fourth consecutive month amid pressure from the Iranian conflict

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German exports increased beyond forecast, marking the fourth consecutive month of growth, although the economy is still facing many challenges.

Typhoon Ba Vi sets the largest record in the western Pacific since 2022, wind area of 1,500km wide

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Typhoon Ba Vi has a wind area with a diameter of up to 1,500km, becoming the largest storm in the Western Pacific since 2022.

Ukraine rejects allegations of sabotage of Nord Stream after Germany prosecutes suspect

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Ukraine denies any allegations related to the sabotage of the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines.

Ukraine loses up to 1,385 soldiers in just 1 day

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Russia said on July 9 that the Russian army had attacked logistics centers, energy infrastructure, transportation, and long-range UAV depots of the Ukrainian army.

Russian army receives more modern fighter jets, Su-30SM2 has superior radar

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The Russian military has received additional batches of Su-30SM2 and Su-34 fighters from the manufacturer.

World 24h: Forecast for gold prices at the end of 2026

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Latest international news July 9th: Demand from central banks is expected to push gold prices up by the end of 2026; Super typhoon Ba Vi weakens...

Thailand officially approves emergency loan of nearly 12 billion USD

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Thailand maintains emergency borrowing plan of 400 billion baht (approximately 11.95 billion USD) after new ruling by the Constitutional Court.

China - Russia begin live-fire drills at sea

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China and Russia begin live-fire exercises at sea within the framework of Joint Sea - 2026.

Hundreds of animals escape from cages after floods in China

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More than 100 animals escaped from the zoo in Guangxi, China and about 800-900 farmed snakes escaped after the large flood.

US approves sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany

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German Chancellor confirms strategic weapons deal with US.

Australia exports nuclear fuel to India

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The new agreement between the Australian and Indian Prime Ministers paves the way for uranium exports, adding momentum to the clean energy goal.

Russian Northern Combat Group destroys hundreds of Ukrainian UAVs in one day

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The Russian side announced that its Operational Groups intercepted and destroyed hundreds of Ukrainian UAVs and many military targets in the past 24 hours.

Hezbollah declares continued military operations, rejects Lebanon-Israel agreement

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Hezbollah Secretary General affirmed that the US-sponsored agreement is "illegal" and cannot be implemented in practice.

European country reveals pressure for not sanctioning Russia

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Serbia affirms it will not sanction Russia, despite pressure from outside.