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Oil tanker pays 2 million USD safe fee to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran has collected $2 million from a private oil tanker company to allow oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz safely.
EU determined not to return to Russian gas despite power outages
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The European Union (EU) rejects the possibility of returning to Russian gas despite facing the risk of power outages.
World 24h: Gold prices plummet and unexpected advice from experts
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Latest world news March 20: Gold prices plummet, experts say this is a buying opportunity; Hungary opens a new gas route,...
Iran may still be strong enough to defend for months
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According to Chinese experts, Iran can still maintain military operations for 2 to 3 months and maintain its advantage in the Strait of Hormuz.
Large factory fire in South Korea, many people jump out of building to escape
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The fire occurred at about 1:18 pm on the 20th, local time at 3 am at a car parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea.
Indonesia bans fireworks to welcome the New Year in many places
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Many major cities in Indonesia have banned fireworks to welcome 2026 to express solidarity with the victims of the recent storm.
Looking back at the world in 2025
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Looking back at the developments in all aspects of the world in 2025, the general feeling can only be a mixture of deep concerns and certain optimism.
Former rapper participates in Nepalese Prime Minister election
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The new political alliance in Nepal attracted attention when a young former rapper participated in the Prime Minister election.
How to help Russian troops infiltrate the rear of Ukraine
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People in some Donbass areas are said to have supported Russian soldiers to disguise and hide to infiltrate many important rear lines of Ukraine.
Israel recognizes Somaliland, Houthi threatens military response
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On December 28, the Houthi leader warned that any Israeli presence in Somaliland would be considered a "military target".
Typhoon Hayley forms, forecast to reach maximum today
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Typhoon Hayley formed off the north coast of Western Australia, Australia on the night of December 28.
Nord Stream is changing its purpose but is sluggish
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The Nord Stream project has been converted to hydrogen transportation but currently has no customers.
Russia accuses Europe of ignoring corruption to aid Ukraine
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Europe cannot help but know the scale of corruption in Ukraine, especially after a series of recent scandals have been exposed.
North Korea launches long-range cruise missile
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North Korea's new missile launch continues to attract regional attention, as Pyongyang emphasizes military development ahead of the Party Congress.
Russia - US phone call content right before US - Ukraine talks
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The phone call between Mr. Trump and Mr. Putin ahead of US-Ukraine diplomatic contact revealed the two sides' stance on mutual long-term peace.
Hezbollah warns of unpredictable consequences if forced to disarm
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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declared that this force will not discuss disarmament until Israel withdraws troops from Lebanon.
Train accident in Mexico, 13 people killed
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The train accident in southern Mexico caused heavy casualties, raising questions about railway safety.
US - Ukraine move very close to peace agreement, except for the Donbass bottleneck
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President Donald Trump met with President Volodymyr Zelensky on December 28, saying that the US and Ukraine are very close to a peace agreement.
Russia launches 52 satellites into orbit at the same time, including Iranian satellite
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Russia carried out one of the largest satellite launches in recent times, sending 52 satellites into orbit at the same time.
Russian forces declare destruction of Ukrainian units in northwestern Kupyansk
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Units of the Russian Zapad Operations Group conduct attack operations in the northwestern area of Kupyansk.
