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French President proposes nuclear weapons for European security
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France's invitation to use nuclear weapons to protect the security of France's allies and partners in Europe is a new political move by President Emmanuel Macron.
Widespread extreme weather threatens 70 million people after deadly tornado in the US
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4 people died due to tornadoes sweeping through Michigan and nearly 70 million Americans in the extreme weather warning area.
Hungary launches retaliatory move against Ukraine over Druzhba pipeline deadlock
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Hungary announced the suspension of all deliveries of gasoline and diesel to Ukraine to put pressure on Kiev to restore crude oil from Russia.
US prosecutor gathers files to investigate Cuban official
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The top prosecutor of the US Department of Justice in Miami is considering criminal investigations against Cuban government officials.
US announces $20 billion insurance package for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz
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The US announced a $20 billion ship reinsurance program to restore energy and freight transportation that is paralyzed in the Persian Gulf.
La Nina has passed its peak, the world weather is facing new changes
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After two consecutive weak La Nina winters, meteorologists believe that the global weather pattern may be entering a transitional phase.
Mass shooting in South Africa, at least 20 people injured and dead
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At least 10 people were killed and 10 injured in a shooting in South Africa on December 21.
Thailand and Cambodia speak out together about the F-16 plane that crashed a civil bridge
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The Thai Air Force used an F-16 fighter jet to attack a civil bridge believed to be related to Cambodia's arms and military transport activities.
North Korea talks about "Japan's nuclear arms ambition"
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North Korea expressed concern about statements from Japan, saying that this orientation threatens stability in Northeast Asia.
Ukraine points out a single ally capable of ending the conflict
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The Ukrainian leader affirmed that partners from Europe or China cannot replace the US leadership role at the negotiation table.
German Prime Minister Is isolated After failures of Russian asset seizure plan
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German leader Friedrich Merz is in a position of being alone as his allies turn their backs on the proposal to seize Russian assets.
Northeast monsoon strengthens again, many areas have heavy rain
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The northeast monsoon, or amihan, is expected to strengthen again in the Philippines until December 22.
US - Russia continue negotiations on Ukraine
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New contacts between the US and Russia show that diplomatic efforts continue to find a way out of the Ukrainian conflict.
US helicopters launch landfall, seize oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
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The US has seized another oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
seasonal flu broke out early, influenza A/H3N2 K virus is behind 90% of cases
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Influenza A/H3N2 K is a influenza virus strain that is behind 90% of cases.
US arrests more oil tankers offshore Venezuela
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US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem confirmed on December 20 that the US had seized an oil tanker in international waters off the coast of Venezuela.
Russian Sever Group controls the Vysokoye region in Sumy
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The Sever Russian military group has taken control of the Vysokoye region in the Sumy region after fierce combat operations.
Elon Musk is far ahead of every global billionaire, with assets of about 749 billion USD
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Billionaire Elon Musk became the first person in the world to own assets exceeding the 700 billion USD mark after the US court's ruling.
pilots stuck in a plane before takeoff due to unpaid wages
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The pilot said that his employer owed him 5 months of salary and travel expenses.
World 24h: Forecast of 2 low pressure areas near the Philippines and the East Sea at the end of December
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International news 20.12: The Nord Stream suspect's file is published; Forecast of 2 low pressure areas near the Philippines and the East Sea at the end of December...
