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Poland - France consult for the first time on nuclear umbrella project
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Poland and France held the first consultation on the nuclear umbrella project. Warsaw revealed that the two delegations "focused on the current security situation in Europe".
Hot weather causes South Korea to activate emergency alert for the first time
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The two cities of Gyeongsan and Pohang in South Korea have for the first time applied the highest heat warning level since the system was launched.
Typhoon Ba Vi made landfall twice, only 20 minutes apart
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Typhoon Ba Vi made landfall in eastern China on the night of July 11, bringing strong winds.
Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, US launches new attack
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The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced on July 12 that the Strait of Hormuz would be closed "until further notice".
Russia focuses on attacking important ports of Ukraine
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Russia on July 11 launched long-range attacks targeting seaport infrastructure and ships transporting weapons for the Ukrainian army.
Russian President Putin speaks out after a series of attacks by Ukraine
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The Russian leader affirmed that attacks on energy infrastructure cannot shake the economy or cause social instability.
China activates emergency storm and flood response in Zhejiang and Fujian
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Coastal provinces in eastern China simultaneously strengthened response measures as Typhoon Ba Vi, storm number 9 of this year, approaches the mainland.
Number of deaths from earthquake in Venezuela exceeds 3,800 people
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Venezuelan officials said more than 3,800 people were killed and about 16,740 injured by the double earthquake that occurred in this country.
President Trump warns of more serious consequences after re-attack Iran
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The US military has airstriked a series of targets in Iran, after President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran had ended.
Super typhoon Ba Vi maintains maximum intensity for more than 4 days, the strongest in decades
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Super typhoon Ba Vi (Bavi) - one of the strongest super typhoons in decades in the northwest Pacific began to weaken.
Russian forces make clear progress in Donetsk
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Military expert Andrey Marochko said that Russian forces are simultaneously attacking two areas near Novy Donbass in Donetsk.
Ukraine to receive 32 Gripen fighters
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Ukraine will receive 32 Gripen fighters from Sweden in the form of aid and procurement contracts.
World 24h: Forecast of the path of super typhoon Ba Vi when returning to level 5
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Latest world news July 8th: Gold prices have not cooled down, Tanzania still strongly stockpiles an additional 28 tons of gold; Super typhoon Ba Vi returns to level 5,...
Blue Stream pipeline connecting Russia - Turkey attacked by UAV
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Gazprom announced that the Blue Stream gas pipeline connecting Russia and Turkey was attacked, according to TASS news agency.
Record number of bankruptcies in Japan in more than a decade
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Japan recorded more than 5,300 businesses going bankrupt in the first half of 2026 - the highest level in 12 years.
Hungary declares no arms, no troops to Ukraine
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Hungary affirmed that it will continue to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine but will not provide weapons or send troops to participate in the conflict.
Mr. Trump orders trade cut off with Spain
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US President Donald Trump said on July 8 that he would cut trade activities with Spain.
Close-up of US attack targeting Iran
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The US Central Command announced on July 8 a new air strike against Iran after three merchant ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Mr. Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over
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US President Donald Trump affirmed that the ceasefire agreement with Tehran has ended amid escalating tensions.
China speaks out about missile test from nuclear submarine
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China has notified relevant countries about the strategic missile launch from a nuclear submarine.
