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UK condemns Iran's attacks on UAE
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Conflict in the Strait of Hormuz escalates strongly, leading to UK condemnation of Iran's new attack on the UAE.
Two US destroyers escape attack on Iran, successfully cross Hormuz
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Two US Navy destroyers passed through the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf after dodging a series of attacks from Iran.
Fireworks factory explosion in China, 81 casualties
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The fireworks factory explosion in China occurred on May 4 in Liuyang, Changsha city, Hunan province.
Low pressure outside the Philippines accelerates, may strengthen today
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The low pressure area outside the forecast area of the Philippines is highly likely to strengthen into a tropical depression on May 5.
Shaping Vietnam - India cooperation in a new phase
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At the invitation of Prime Minister of the Republic of India Narendra Modi, General Secretary and President To Lam and the high-level Vietnamese delegation paid a state visit to the Republic of India from May 5 to May 7.
Mexico declares protection for citizens at all levels against Trump's immigration policy
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed that she will bring the case of 15 citizens dying in US prisons to international human rights bodies.
North Korea strengthens nuclear weapons manufacturing capabilities
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Increased nuclear activity shows that North Korea continues to expand its production capacity of materials for its strategic weapons program.
First super ship finds way through Hormuz after blockade order
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Super oil tanker heading Iraq is trying to cross the Strait of Hormuz into the Persian Gulf.
Ukraine and 11 allied countries participate in Sweden's largest exercise of the year
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The Ukrainian army will coordinate with Sweden in the Aurora 26 exercise to test reinforcement capabilities and cope with threats in the Baltic Sea.
South Korea provides data on 26 related ships to Iran to find a way out in Hormuz
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The South Korean government shared a list of ships and boats stranded with Iran to ensure maritime safety amid escalating tensions.
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.
Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz is not much affected by the US blockade
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Initial data shows that the traffic volume of ships through the Strait of Hormuz has not fluctuated much despite the US deploying blockades.
The world's strongest super typhoon Sinlaku intensifies rapidly, El Nino ignites disaster
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Super typhoon Sinlaku surged from level 1 to level 5 in just 30 hours, devastating the US island and raising concerns about an extreme storm season due to El Nino.
US - Iran may restart negotiations this week
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Negotiations to end the conflict with Iran may resume in Pakistan in the next few days, US President Donald Trump said on April 14.
Russian ship returns to port after 220 days, refuels 10,000 tons of oil for warships
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Russian ship Kama of the Northern Fleet completed a 220-day voyage, refueling 10,000 tons of oil for Russian warships operating offshore.
Warning of the strongest El Nino in 140 years threatens to disrupt the 2026 storm season
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Extremely strong El Nino - possibly in the strongest group in 140 years - is raising concerns about the disruption of storm paths in 2026.
