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Russia accuses some EU countries of boarding ships and illegally detaining foreign ships
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The Russian Embassy accused Italy and some EU countries of violating maritime law when inspecting and seizing foreign ships.
Russia declares control of 2 residential areas in Donetsk, Ukraine suffers heavy losses
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Russia announced that its forces controlled 2 more residential areas in Donetsk and caused damage of about 1,445 troops to Ukraine in 24 hours.
Qatar sets key conditions for US-Iran to return to negotiating table
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Qatar said efforts in the region are focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, creating conditions for the US and Iran to resume negotiations.
Serbian weapons may enter Ukraine through unofficial channels
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Russia affirms that Serbia does not supply weapons to Ukraine, but cannot rule out the possibility that weapons are smuggled through the grey market channels.
Humpback whales in New York waters face maritime risks
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The recovery of humpback whales in the New York waters is facing a new conservation challenge as this is an area with bustling maritime activities.
AI sharply reduces demand for young Korean workers
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The employment of young Koreans has decreased sharply in industries heavily affected by AI, while older workers continue to increase employment.
Tropical depression Nengneng forms, forecast continuous heavy rain
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The low pressure in the east of the Philippines has strengthened into the tropical depression Nengneng, while the low pressure in the East Sea is also forecast to quickly strengthen.
Japan will test hypersonic missiles in Australia
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Japan will conduct hypersonic missile tests and many other types of ammunition on Australian territory.
New maritime route attracts many countries, opening a way to replace the Suez Canal
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India, South Korea, UAE and many Southeast Asian countries are increasingly interested in the Arctic shipping route, in the context that traditional transport routes face many risks.
More than 600 UAVs rushed towards Moscow at night
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More than 600 UAVs are believed to have flown towards Moscow and the surrounding area, in the largest attack aimed at the Russian capital in the past 2 years.
US suspends $1.7 billion border project in Texas National Park
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The $1.7 billion border project at Big Bend National Park in Texas, USA is facing strong opposition from local people and authorities.
Ukrainian UAV attacks oil tanker in Black Sea
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Kazakhstan's main oil export route through Russian ports is targeted by Ukrainian UAVs, adding risks to global energy supplies.
Israel will not withdraw troops from Gaza
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A tough stance was put forward by Israel immediately after a high-level contact with the US, closing the possibility of concessions on force deployment.
School shooting in the Philippines, 1 student killed
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The shooting shocked the Philippines, killing a student at a secondary school.
Ukraine plans to mobilize more than 100 billion USD in financial aid
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The Ukrainian government is expected to mobilize about 101 billion USD in financial support from international partners in the period 2026-2027.
Trump: The US is bringing millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz
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President Donald Trump said that the US is completely controlling the Strait of Hormuz and is taking millions of barrels of oil out of this area every week.
2 consecutive low pressures appear in the East Sea after 2 strong storms
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It is forecasted that after 2 strong storms in the western Pacific basin, 2 low pressure areas will appear continuously in the northern East Sea area.
World on August 18: Mr. Trump reveals that Mr. Kim Jong Un responded to the dialogue proposal
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US President Donald Trump said that he is making the situation "much safer" through his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Russia continues to gain control of 2 more settlements in Ukraine
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced progress in Donetsk and Zaporozhye along with data on the loss of nearly 1,500 enemy soldiers in 24 hours.
President Trump unexpectedly requests to reduce the scale of US-South Korea joint military exercise
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President Trump said he had directed Secretary of State for War Pete Hegseth to significantly reduce the scale of joint military exercises with South Korea for a number of reasons.
