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Iran shoots down 24 MQ-9 Reaper UAVs, US loses 20% of squadron
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Iran has destroyed more than 20 MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) operated by the US military since the conflict began.
Belarus increases its role in Russia's defense machine
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The new report shows that Belarus is playing an increasingly important role in the supply chain serving the Russian defense industry.
World 24h: Forecast of risk of heavy rain as low pressure approaches the Philippines
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World news May 22: US sends new signals about ambitions in Greenland; Low pressure approaches Philippines, risk of heavy rain...
Iran retains uranium stockpile, US-Iran negotiations encounter obstacles
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The US and Iran said that negotiations have progressed, but the two sides still have many disagreements about the nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz.
EU declares no return to buying Russian oil and gas, reveals new major supplier
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The European Union (EU) has announced that it will not return to buying Russian oil and gas, despite recent fluctuations in the energy market.
Many parties are profiting from Iran's nuclear threat
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The Russian Deputy Foreign Minister said that many parties are profiting from the non-existent threat of Iran's nuclear weapons.
Russia reveals possibility of Putin meeting Trump in China
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump may meet on the sidelines of the APEC summit in China in November.
US blocks Iranian-flagged oil tanker, forced to change direction amidst tensions in the Strait of Hormuz
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US Marine Corps intercepts and redirects an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker suspected of evading US Navy blockade orders.
Mr. Trump declares readiness to wait for a decision on a peace agreement from Iran
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Mr. Trump left open the possibility of waiting a few more days to receive a "correct answer" about the peace agreement from Iran.
Russia shows off strength in nuclear exercise
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The Russian Ministry of Defense on May 20 announced images of mobile missile launchers participating in a large-scale nuclear exercise in coordination with Belarus.
Russia reacts to NATO's call to attack Kaliningrad
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Russia rejects recent statements by Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys calling on NATO to launch an attack on Kaliningrad.
World 24h: Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD
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World news May 20: NATO has no plans for missions in the Strait of Hormuz; Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD...
Russia announces details of forces participating in nuclear exercises
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Russia and Belarus strengthen military coordination amid rising security tensions in Europe.
Many countries react to Israel blocking Gaza aid ship
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Israel's blockade of aid trains to the Gaza Strip is attracting international public attention.
US issues ultimatum, puts Iran in two choices
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US Vice President JD Vance said that Iran must commit not to possess nuclear weapons, otherwise Washington may resume military operations.
US allies in the Middle East surprised by Iran attack plan
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Some Gulf countries only learned about the US plan to attack Iran after President Donald Trump announced the decision to postpone this attack.
Russia raises its position on Iran's nuclear program
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Russia said that Iran's new leadership still maintains its commitment not to possess nuclear weapons, arguing that Tehran has the right to develop nuclear weapons for peaceful purposes.
Vietnam implements citizen protection with Tieu Nguyen Bao Ngoc
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On May 20, the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel announced the deployment of citizen protection related to the train to Gaza.
Another Chinese super ship carrying 4 million barrels of oil leaves Hormuz
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Two Chinese super oil tankers, carrying 4 million barrels of crude oil, left the Strait of Hormuz on May 20 after waiting in the Persian Gulf for more than 2 months.
Russia warns of consequences for any nuclear test country
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said Moscow will have a corresponding response if any country conducts nuclear tests.
