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Russia announces demobilization of more than 875 Ukrainian soldiers within 24 hours
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The Russian Ministry of Defense said on May 13 that Ukrainian forces had lost about 875 soldiers in the past 24 hours in the special military operation area.
Iran redefines the Strait of Hormuz, control scope increases nearly 10 times
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Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a "large combat area", with a much broader scope than before the conflict broke out.
President Trump affirms priority in preventing Iran from possessing nuclear weapons
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President Trump affirmed that the top priority now is to prevent Iran from possessing nuclear weapons despite economic pressure in the US.
US withdraws troops from Germany, NATO's eastern flank competes for more troops
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At least 5 NATO countries on the eastern flank of Europe are seeking to attract US troops to station on their territory.
Qatar takes unusual measures against LNG ships amid Hormuz crisis
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Qatar requested liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers near the country's main export center to turn off positioning signal transmitters.
US unexpectedly announces important progress in Ukraine talks
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US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has just announced "significant progress" after the first day of the trilateral talks in Geneva on the Ukraine conflict.
Ms. Sanae Takaichi re-elected Japanese Prime Minister
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Ms. Sanae Takaichi was chosen as Prime Minister in a session of the House of Representatives. The new cabinet will be announced at the end of February 18.
Binh Ngo 2026 promises many fluctuations and breakthroughs
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The year of Binh Ngo 2026 is forecast to be associated with strong fluctuations, but it is also a time of breakthrough and profound change.
France releases oil tanker suspected of belonging to the shadow fleet after fined millions of USD
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France announced the release of a oil tanker suspected to belong to the Russian shadow fleet after the ship owner agreed to pay a fine of up to millions of euros.
Peruvian President ousted for scandal with Chinese businessman
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The Peruvian Congress has just voted to impeach President José Jerí, ending his short term after only 4 months due to opaque meetings.
Russia declares naval intervention if oil tankers are intercepted
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Russia declared its readiness to deploy navy to break all blockades of oil tankers, and warned that it would take retaliatory measures aimed at European ships.
US completes mineral floor price system to cope with China
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The US has just completed the mineral floor price system to protect Western companies from competitive pressure from China.
Lunar New Year in China and unexpected trends
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Chinese social networks have seen many strange trends in the atmosphere of the 2026 Lunar New Year, both humorous and reflecting the social mood of the festive season.
Russia requests legal documents to stop NATO's expansion to the east
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Russia declares it will resolutely request NATO to document its commitment not to expand eastward instead of verbal promises.
US paints new color for Air Force One special plane
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The design of the US President's presidential plane includes four new colors, replacing traditional color schemes.
Negotiations on Ukraine close after 6 hours: Low breakthrough expectation
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The 3-party talks on a solution for Ukraine between Russia, the US and Ukraine ended in Geneva, Switzerland after 6 hours.
Ukrainian President believes Trump is exerting excessive pressure
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Ukrainian President speaks out saying that Mr. Trump is putting excessive pressure in peace talks.
Tet and dishes symbolizing luck and prosperity
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Tet is the season of cakes, jams, and snacks carrying layers of meaning symbolizing luck, prosperity, and a good start.
YouTube crashes, tens of thousands of users cannot access it
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YouTube encountered an incident that prevented tens of thousands of users in the US, Singapore, Australia and India from accessing it.
Oil flow through Druzhba paralyzed, Slovakia urgently seeks a way out
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Oil supply disrupted due to the Druzhba line stopping operation, Slovakia is facing a risk of oil shortage.
