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Russia believes that the Northern maritime route is increasingly attracting the attention of many countries. In the photo: Yakutia nuclear icebreaker operating on this maritime route. Photo: TASS

New maritime route attracts many countries, opening a way to replace the Suez Canal

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India, South Korea, UAE and many Southeast Asian countries are increasingly interested in the Arctic shipping route, in the context that traditional transport routes face many risks.

Russian air defense forces on duty at night between waves of UAVs heading towards Moscow. Photo: TASS

More than 600 UAVs rushed towards Moscow at night

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More than 600 UAVs are believed to have flown towards Moscow and the surrounding area, in the largest attack aimed at the Russian capital in the past 2 years.

Signs protesting the border project are placed on the access road to Big Bend National Park, Texas, USA, August 15, 2026. Photo: AFP

US suspends $1.7 billion border project in Texas National Park

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The $1.7 billion border project at Big Bend National Park in Texas, USA is facing strong opposition from local people and authorities.

Some oil tankers operating on the route connecting to the Black Sea. 1 Ukrainian drone attacked the Greek-flagged oil tanker Skiros in the Black Sea after it received oil at Novorossiysk port. Photo: Xinhua

Ukrainian UAV attacks oil tanker in Black Sea

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Kazakhstan's main oil export route through Russian ports is targeted by Ukrainian UAVs, adding risks to global energy supplies.

Israeli tanks in the Gaza Strip. Photo: AFP

Israel will not withdraw troops from Gaza

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A tough stance was put forward by Israel immediately after a high-level contact with the US, closing the possibility of concessions on force deployment.