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Series of tourist boats leave the Gulf amid temporary ceasefire
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After more than a month of being stuck due to escalating conflict, most international cruise ships have begun their route through the Strait of Hormuz to escape the dangerous zone.
Russian oil through Druzhba to Hungary may resume from next week
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Russian oil through the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary may be restored as early as next week.
Iran denies news of agreeing to all terms with the US
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Iranian Foreign Ministry denies agreeing to transfer uranium to the US.
US - Iran jointly say open, but the Strait of Hormuz is not really smooth
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Both the US and Iran affirm that the Strait of Hormuz is completely open. However, there are still doubts about when commercial transportation will return to pre-conflict levels.
World 24h: Gold price towards 5,000 USD/ounce
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World news April 17: Nord Stream sues for 580 million euros in British court; Gold price moves towards 5,000 USD/ounce...
Russia - Ukraine reach new agreement after second round of negotiations
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The second round of negotiations mediated by the US between Russia and Ukraine closed with a large-scale prisoner exchange agreement, opening up prospects after months of deadlock.
Serbia reduces dependence on Russian gas, increases purchases from Europe
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Serbia is still one of the few European countries that continues to buy Russian gas.
Thailand bans alcohol on election day
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Thailand implements a ban on selling, paying or giving away any alcoholic beverages within 2 time frames related to the 2026 election day.
US does not rule out military measures if diplomacy with Iran becomes deadlocked
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The US affirms diplomatic priority in approaching Iran, but warns that military options remain open if upcoming negotiations do not reach an agreement.
US continues to attack ship suspected of drug trafficking, 2 people killed
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The US military on February 5 announced the attack on another ship suspected of drug trafficking in the Pacific region.
China launches economic blow in response to Panama
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China asks state-owned enterprises to stop new projects in Panama, tensions escalate around the strategic canal.
Cold air coincides with the occasion of Ong Cong Ong Tao causing rain and severe cold
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Extremely strong cold air is pouring down right before the Ong Cong Ong Tao holiday, ending the warm spring temperature and leading to rain and severe cold.
Russia accelerates nuclear power plant construction in Europe
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The first batch of concrete poured into the foundation of the Paks II nuclear power plant in Hungary affirms Russia's position in the global nuclear energy sector.
President Trump criticizes New START, calls for new nuclear treaty
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President Trump called on nuclear experts to build a new, more modern agreement to replace the New START treaty.
Russia puts pressure on many directions, cuts off traffic and energy routes in Ukraine
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Russian forces attacked transportation and energy facilities serving the Ukrainian army, along with enemy forces' gathering and deployment areas at 148 locations.
Unexpected forecast for gold prices in 2026
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International financial analysts have made a surprising forecast for gold prices in 2026.
Cambodia criticizes Thailand for spreading false information about the incident of shooting by mistake across the border
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Thailand and Cambodia issued conflicting statements regarding the incident of a 40mm grenade falling near a Thai base.
Russia accuses Europe of disrupting peace talks with Ukraine
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Russia updates developments on the 2nd working day of the trilateral talks with the US and Ukraine to find a solution to untie the knot in the conflict.
China produces the world's largest "air cylinder"
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China has successfully developed the world's largest air compressor, exceeding the 100MW mark.
World 24h: Typhoon Basyang accelerates, forecast to strengthen further before entering the East Sea
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World news 5.2: Russia surprised by US oil and gas sanctions; Typhoon Basyang accelerates, forecast to strengthen further before entering the East Sea...
