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Nearly 6,000 sailors still trapped in the Gulf region
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Six months after the conflict in the Middle East broke out, maritime activity across the Strait of Hormuz sharply decreased, while thousands of sailors remained stranded in the Gulf.
Russia points out paradox in Europe's stance on Ukraine
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The Russian Ambassador to the United Nations said that European countries have supported Ukraine for many years but now want to show their role as peace promoters.
Saudi Arabia invests 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, France
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France and Saudi Arabia signed an investment agreement of 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, and expand cooperation in the fields of transportation and logistics.
US threatens to strip countries that do not sanction Iran of access to the USD
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that countries that do not comply with new sanctions against Iran could be removed from the USD system.
Israeli Prime Minister reveals Iran once tried to assassinate his son
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran once tried to kill his son.
Russia suffers the largest airstrike since the beginning of the year targeting the capital
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Ukrainian UAVs launched a large-scale attack on Moscow (Russia), causing many casualties and civil infrastructure damage.
5.2 magnitude earthquake in China, 3 people missing
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Chinese rescue forces deployed urgently after the earthquake caused many buildings to collapse and thousands of people evacuated.
Nuclear power plant in UAE attacked
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The UAV attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant, UAE, increased tensions amid stalled regional negotiations.
Train driver charged after fatal bus accident
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Thai police have charged the train driver for negligence after the accident in Bangkok.
World 24h: Plan to restore Nord Stream gradually forms
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Latest world news May 17: Investors adjust expectations, gold prices face pressure; Nord Stream restoration plan has appeared in Germany...
Denmark suspends contract with Ukrainian missile company
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Denmark cancels contract with Ukrainian missile manufacturer Fire Point.
North Korea sends women's football team to South Korea to compete
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The North Korean women's football team came to South Korea for the first time in 8 years, attracting great attention from regional public opinion.
Russia announces additional control of Borovaya and Kutkovka areas in Kharkov
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Units of the Western Russia Operations Group have controlled 2 areas Borovaya and Kutkovka in Kharkov province (Ukraine) after military operations.
Iran targets underground front in Hormuz, warns of global impact
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Iran is targeting a new source of power deep beneath the Strait of Hormuz.
Tour guide sets a record for conquering Mount Everest 32 times
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The Nepalese male tour guide continues to break personal records at the world's highest mountain Everest.
US aircraft carrier returns home after 326 days of deployment
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The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford returned to the US on May 16 after 326 days of deployment, the Pentagon said.
WHO puts Ebola epidemic in Africa on emergency status
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WHO warns of a new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda that is spreading to many densely populated areas.
President Trump's pressure strategy faces difficulties amid Iran's toughness
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The prolonged confrontation with Iran is causing President Trump's pressure strategy to encounter many new obstacles.
Iraqi oil tanker appears after crossing Hormuz blockade
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Iraqi oil tanker approaches India after crossing the Strait of Hormuz last week.
Nord Stream restoration plan has appeared in Germany
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Spiegel's German edition said that a plan to restore the Nord Stream gas pipeline has appeared in this country.
