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8 billion USD proposal to help Cuba achieve 93% electricity autonomy
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A new report suggests that with 8 billion USD, Cuba can meet up to 93.4% of electricity demand from clean energy sources.
Hungary may use new oil pipeline to replace Druzhba
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The European Union (EU) will propose that the new Hungarian government use the pipeline through Croatia, which could replace the Druzhba system from Russia.
Virtue of returning Ukrainian men to the front lines
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Germany announced it would coordinate to bring Ukrainian men of military age back to the country amid Kiev's shortage of troops.
Russia reaches important oil and gas agreement with ASEAN member country
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Indonesia agrees to buy crude oil and LPG from Russia amid global energy supply disruptions.
The first super typhoon of 2026 predicts a fierce storm season
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Super typhoon Sinlaku is forecast to be the strongest in the world since Melissa made landfall in Jamaica in October 2025.
Cuba reacts toughly to US blockade move
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Cuba criticized the US's new measures to tighten fuel supply, saying Washington is increasing economic pressure on the island nation.
Fireworks factory in Thailand explodes, many casualties
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The explosion at a fireworks production facility in Thailand caused serious damage and raised safety concerns.
US Ambassador declares solution to conflict is about to be completed
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The new statements show that the process of finding a solution to the Ukraine conflict is entering a critical stage.
EU risks spending 1,700 billion euros on permanent chemicals
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The EU may have to spend up to 1,700 billion euros to thoroughly overcome pollution and health consequences caused by PFAS chemicals, also known as "permanent chemicals".
Russia pours fire into Donetsk province, signs of a general offensive
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Despite Mr. Trump's statement about Russia temporarily ceasing fire for 1 week due to the cold, the Pokrovsk front still suffered "bomb rain" with a sudden increase in frequency.
Venezuela amends oil and gas law to pave the way for foreign businesses
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The Venezuelan National Assembly has just passed an important amendment to the law, allowing foreign companies to deeply participate in the oil and gas industry to meet requirements from the US.
US military affirms readiness to enforce all orders on Iran
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The Secretary of State affirmed that the US military is ready to implement all options requested by President Trump to stop Tehran's nuclear ambitions.
Russia proposes options for personnel at Iran's nuclear power plant
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Russia is ready to evacuate its personnel from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant if necessary.
Minister of Justice proposes 3-year immigration freeze
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The French government's new immigration proposal heats up many political debates ahead of the presidential election.
Trump threatens to impose tariffs on goods from countries selling oil to Cuba
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Mr. Trump signed a decree on January 29 laying the foundation for imposing tariffs on goods from oil suppliers to Cuba.
New foreign policy landscape for Vietnam enters a new era
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The outstanding mark of foreign affairs in 2025 is that we have seized the opportunity, resolved challenges, and contributed to creating a new foreign affairs situation for the country to enter a new era" - Politburo Member, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung emphasized when answering press interviews about outstanding results in foreign affairs work in 2025.
Gold prices plummet, the market loses 3,400 billion USD in just one session
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Gold prices on the morning of January 30 continued to decline after a shocking decrease the day before, causing the gold market to evaporate up to 3,400 billion USD.
Weak La Nina but strong consequences, extreme rain increases by 40%
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La Nina and climate change have fueled catastrophic floods in southern Africa.
President Trump: Russia temporarily stops attacks on Ukraine amidst severe cold
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President Trump said President Putin agreed not to launch attacks on Ukraine during the severe cold spell.
Russia announces further control of Belaya Beryoza area in Sumy
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Russian forces seized control of the Belaya Beryoza area in the Sumy region on January 29.
