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Russian artillery on duty on the battlefield. Photo: Russian Ministry of Defense

Russia makes significant progress in Donetsk

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Russian forces have made new progress in the Donetsk region by establishing a foothold in the northern suburbs of the Ozyornoye settlement.

Russian users flock to Asian messaging applications, especially China, as Telegram is slow. Photo: Xinhua

Russian users flock to text on Chinese "super app

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The number of users of messaging applications from Asia in Russia jumped 60% in March, as Telegram's access speed recorded a significant decrease.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the strategic bottlenecks of the world oil market. The US has begun blockading maritime activities related to Iran, significantly affecting global oil supply and energy transportation chains. Photo: Xinhua

US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz increases pressure and risks on the market

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The US decision to blockade the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting global energy flows and increasing market risks.

Super typhoon Sinlaku. Photo: NASA

Extremely dangerous super typhoon threatens US territory

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Super typhoon Sinlaku, assessed as extremely dangerous, is heading towards the Northern Mariana Islands, USA.

Swiss bank UBP forecasts gold prices for the rest of 2026 at 6,000 USD/ounce. Photo: Izvestia

Gold price forecast 2026: Series of major banks steadfast at the 6,000 USD/ounce mark

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Many major banks around the world maintain gold price forecasts for the rest of 2026 at around 6,000 USD/ounce.