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World 19/8: UAE stops trade with Iran after missile attack allegations
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UAE suspends trade with Iran after missile attack allegations; US sanctions International Criminal Court President;... are prominent world news on the morning of August 19.
South Korea declares it has the 5th strongest army in the world
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President Lee Jae Myung said that South Korea currently ranks 5th in the world in military strength and 4th in defense industry capacity.
Belgium makes efforts to control the largest forest fire in history
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Hundreds of firefighters have been mobilized to respond to a forest fire in the High Fens nature reserve, eastern Belgium.
Russia announces a series of equipment losses from Ukraine after more than 4 years of conflict
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Ukraine has lost 674 aircraft and 284 helicopters since the special military operation began.
Poland accelerates preparations for defense against risk of conflict
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Poland is preparing for the possibility of conflict, although hoping that will never happen.
Developments of the shooting at White House reporter's dinner party
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The shooting at the White House press event caused a shock while US President Donald Trump was attending.
President Trump: The shooting could not prevent victory in Iran
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President Trump affirmed his determination to pursue the goal, despite increasing security risks from attacks.
White House shooting: Suspect arrested
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After the shooting at a major event in the White House, security forces immediately reacted and controlled the subject.
Pirates attack oil tanker from the Middle East, arrest 17 sailors
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A tanker on its way from the Persian Gulf to Somalia was hijacked by pirates, raising concerns about the return of piracy in the region.
France accelerates arms production after Middle East conflict
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France admits to lacking ammunition after international military operations and has mobilized industry to accelerate missile production to replenish stockpiles.
US Navy blocks Iran-linked ship near Hormuz
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The US Navy intercepted a ship under sanctions in the Arabian Sea on April 25.
Russia bombs Dnipro multiple times in 20 hours
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Russia bombed the city of Dnipro in southeastern Ukraine as well as targeted other areas on April 25 with drone and missile attacks.
Bombing in Colombia, 13 people killed
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The bombing on a key route in Colombia left many people dead and injured, raising concerns about escalating violence.
President Trump evacuates after security incident at White House reporters' dinner party
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US President Donald Trump attended the annual White House Press Association dinner party in Washington on April 25.
EU begins blocking Russian LNG under short-term contract
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The official ban took effect from April 25, but Russia's LNG sales to the EU are forecast to only decrease sharply from 2027 onwards.
El Nino is likely to form in the next few weeks
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El Nino is forecast to return as early as May this year, with the potential to affect global temperatures and rainfall patterns around the world.
World 24h: Unexpected forecast about gold prices
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Latest world news 25/4: Unexpected forecast for gold prices; Panama Canal rakes in money when Hormuz blockades...
NATO speaks out about Spain's membership
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NATO rejects the possibility of excluding Spain's membership amid controversy over Madrid's stance and the US campaign targeting Iran.
US attacks ship in Pacific, 2 dead
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The latest airstrike sparked controversy about the legality and how the US copes with drug trafficking.
Palestine holds first election since Gaza conflict
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Palestinians in the West Bank and part of the Gaza Strip participated in the first local elections since the Gaza conflict.
