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Former Chinese Premier Zhou Rongji passes away at the age of 98
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Former Chinese Premier Zhou Rongji passed away in Beijing, at the age of 98.
Chinese C919 aircraft has its first international commercial flight
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Passenger plane C919 manufactured by China successfully carried out its first international commercial flight from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
President Putin warns of commensurate response if Russian ships are confiscated
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Russia will respond if Western countries confiscate Russian merchant ships, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared, TASS reported.
Mr. Trump declares ready to launch an attack on Iran
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The tough statement from Mr. Trump was made amid indirect contacts between Washington and Tehran entering a decisive phase.
New Hungarian President talks about foreign policy priorities
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Regarding foreign affairs, the new Hungarian President emphasized that restoring relations with international partners is an important priority.
World on August 10th: President Trump says partial negotiations with Iran
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Mr. Trump reveals approach to Iran, Russia - Syria reach agreement on Tartus port, Israel airstrikes southern Lebanon... are noteworthy world news.
Russia seizes control of 2 settlements in Donetsk region
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Russia claims to have controlled the residential areas of Vasyutinskoye and Toretskoye in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine.
Israeli Prime Minister rejects US 15-point plan on Gaza
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country has rejected the US 15-point plan to end the conflict in Gaza.
World 24h: Optimistic forecast for gold prices next week
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Latest world news 9. 8: Optimistic forecast for gold prices next week; China cancels thousands of flights due to the impact of Hurricane Dolphin...
Turkey calls on Russia and Ukraine to temporarily stop fighting in the Black Sea
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Mr. Hakan Fidan - Turkish Foreign Minister - called on Russia and Ukraine to temporarily stop attacks in the Black Sea.
Typhoon Dolphin increases flood risk when making landfall in China
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Rain and strong winds cover many eastern provinces of China, authorities activate emergency response to storm Dolphin.
New low pressure officially strengthens into Typhoon Peilou, warning of heavy rain in many areas
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According to PAGASA, low pressure area LPA 08c has strengthened into Typhoon Peilou and is being closely monitored for developments.
Houthi declares attack on oil refinery in Saudi Arabia
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Houthi forces in Yemen claimed to have attacked Saudi Aramco's oil refinery in the city of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia.
Indonesia closes famous National Park due to Forest Fire
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Indonesia has closed Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park on Java Island as firefighters try to extinguish a forest fire that has lasted for nearly a week.
Russia airstrikes Ukrainian UAV depot in Kharkov
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The Russian Ministry of Defense attacked with a Geran drone targeting a series of Ukrainian aircraft and component warehouses.
Russian official: EU creates its own upcoming energy crisis
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Russian officials pointed out that gas reserves in Europe have fallen to a record low as winter approaches, due to the decision to abandon supplies from Moscow.
China cancels thousands of flights due to Hurricane Dolphin
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Typhoon Dolphin is approaching China, causing thousands of flights to be canceled, many traffic routes to be disrupted, and people in dangerous areas to be evacuated.
Turkish Foreign Minister: 3-party defense agreement not aimed at Iran
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The Turkish Foreign Minister affirmed that the 3-party defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is not aimed at Iran.
Ukraine is still far from its Patriot self-production target
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The Ukrainian President said that the country needs at least 12 months to start producing the Patriot air defense system, even if it is licensed by the US.
Yemen launches military campaign against Houthi on many fronts
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The Yemeni government army has launched a military campaign against Houthi on many fronts, amid increasing fighting between the two sides in recent days.
