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Hydropower project tunnel collapses in India, at least 9 people die

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The tunnel collapse at the hydropower project in India may have been caused by an explosion, the specific cause has not yet been determined.

Vietnam makes positive contributions at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting

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The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 59) and related meetings took place in Manila from July 19 to 24. The meeting included about 25 activities, of which the highlight was the opening session and the closed-door meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers officially taking place on the morning of July 21.

Houthi maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, Red Sea and Hormuz along with the crisis

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Saudi Arabia on July 20 condemned the statement of the Houthi forces in Yemen about blockading the sea route with this kingdom.

US imposes new sanctions on Sudan for alleged use of chemical weapons

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The US has just imposed sanctions on the Sudanese government after allegations of using chemical weapons in a conflict with rival paramilitary forces.

Lebanon begins to take over pilot area after agreement with Israel

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The Lebanese army began deploying security takeovers in 3 pilot areas in the south as part of an agreement with Israel.

Mr. Trump signs executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a series of goods from Canada

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US President Donald Trump cited Canada's discrimination against US alcohol, cars and dairy products, imposing additional tariffs effective from August.

New British Prime Minister affirms no change of position with Russia

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New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham affirmed that London will continue to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.

Storms Bertha and Fausto both strengthen, warning of prolonged heavy rain

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Hurricane Bertha formed along the Gulf of Mexico on the evening of July 20, local time. This is storm number 2 of the storm season, expected to cause heavy rain and flooding.

Iran declares missile launch to destroy US HIMARS artillery system in Kuwait

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The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had launched missiles to attack the US Arifjan base in Kuwait, targeting HIMARS launchers.

Oil tanker attacked by strange object off Oman Sea

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The incident is a new follow-up to the previous ship fire in the Strait of Hormuz, as the US and Iran continue to retaliate against each other.

Ukraine fires missiles into Russia's Belgorod region

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While Belgorod suffered missile damage, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced Ukraine's heavy losses across all fronts in the past 24 hours.

New low pressure near the Philippines has the potential to become a storm, entering the East Sea

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The new low pressure appeared near the Philippines on July 21 and is gradually moving westward, with the possibility of strengthening and entering the East Sea.

NATO members concerned about Germany's nuclear research program

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One of NATO's key member states has expressed concern about nuclear weapons-related research being conducted in Germany.

Fighting in Slavyansk and Kramatorsk will decide the fate of Donbass

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Russian battlefield journalist Yevgeny Poddubny believes that the upcoming fighting in the Slavyansk-Cramatorsk concentration area will determine the fate of Donbass.

World 24h: Forecast of fast intensifying storm Fausto

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Latest world news July 20th: Storm Fausto forms, forecast to soon reach peak; Gold prices in the new week are under pressure from oil and interest rates...

Mr. Andy Burnham takes office as British Prime Minister

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Mr. Andy Burnham takes office as British Prime Minister after meeting with King Charles III.

Habagat monsoon intensifies, risk of flash floods and landslides increases

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The southwest monsoon Habagat continues to cause thunderstorms in many areas of the Philippines, increasing the risk of flash floods and landslides.

CPC oil tanker attacked again at Black Sea port

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The new attack occurred again targeting a tanker at the Black Sea port, the Caspian Oil Pipeline Corporation (CPC) said.

President Trump: New Air Force One specialized aircraft will be maximally upgraded

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US President Donald Trump said that Air Force One specialized aircraft donated by Qatar will be upgraded to a maximum level in about a month.

Iran declares it will not let the Strait of Hormuz be exploited

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Iran shows determination to protect sovereignty while expanding retaliatory attacks, the international community is increasingly calling on both sides to exercise restraint.