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Russia accuses some EU countries of boarding ships and illegally detaining foreign ships
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The Russian Embassy accused Italy and some EU countries of violating maritime law when inspecting and seizing foreign ships.
Russia declares control of 2 residential areas in Donetsk, Ukraine suffers heavy losses
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Russia announced that its forces controlled 2 more residential areas in Donetsk and caused damage of about 1,445 troops to Ukraine in 24 hours.
Qatar sets key conditions for US-Iran to return to negotiating table
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Qatar said efforts in the region are focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, creating conditions for the US and Iran to resume negotiations.
Serbian weapons may enter Ukraine through unofficial channels
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Russia affirms that Serbia does not supply weapons to Ukraine, but cannot rule out the possibility that weapons are smuggled through the grey market channels.
Humpback whales in New York waters face maritime risks
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The recovery of humpback whales in the New York waters is facing a new conservation challenge as this is an area with bustling maritime activities.
World on August 14th: US imposes heavy tariffs on imported drones and components
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Europe sharply increases support for Ukraine, while the US tightens tariffs on imported drones and the UK experiences the hottest day of the year... are noteworthy news.
Kazakhstan sows clouds to respond to record drought
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Facing severe drought and water shortages, Kazakhstan is piloting cloud sowing to increase rainfall and save crops in the largest cotton growing area in the south of the country.
Romania suspends operation of its only nuclear power plant
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Romania has begun to completely stop its only nuclear power plant because the Danube River water level has dropped to a record low.
US dismantles ring organizing more than 1,000 fake marriages for immigration
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US officials announced the arrest of 11 suspects on charges of organizing about 1,000 fake marriages to help foreigners get green cards.
Possibility of 2 new low pressures following Hurricane Cristobal in the Atlantic Ocean
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The Atlantic has just seen Typhoon Cristobal and 2 new disturbance zones.
Thailand has another shooting, 6 people injured
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The latest incident in Thailand occurred amid authorities tightening gun management.
US strategic oil reserves hit record low after more than 4 decades
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The US Strategic Oil Reserve fell below 300 million barrels and hit its lowest level since 1983.
Ukraine is trying every way to get more Patriot missiles from the US
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The Ukrainian President said Kiev is seeking to buy more Patriot interceptor missiles from the US, amid a sharp drop in supply this year.
Ukraine restricts disclosure of data on Russian missile launches
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The Ukrainian Air Force has stopped publishing some data in the report on Russian missile launches targeting the country.
Iraq sets deadline for foreign forces to complete troop withdrawal
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi affirmed that September 30 is the deadline to end the military mission of the international coalition in this country.
Polish President warns the Baltic Sea is not NATO's "home pond
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Polish President Karol Nawrocki said that recognizing that the Baltic Sea has become NATO's internal waters is not accurate.
Russia tightens encirclement of Ukrainian army in Volchansk
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The direction of Kharkov continued to heat up as the battlefield situation gradually tilted towards Russian forces expanding their encirclement on many fronts.
Map helps the UK monitor and respond to climate change
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Detailed geographical data helps the UK identify areas at risk of flooding, forest fires and proactively respond to natural disasters.
World gold and silver unexpectedly return to upward momentum after more than 2 months
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World gold prices exceeded $4,500 per ounce for the first time since June 5, while silver prices also increased by more than 2% in the latest trading session.
Turkey rejects the possibility of opening the Black Sea to military ships
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Turkey will not compromise on the Montreux Convention and will not allow military ships to enter the Black Sea in the context of the Ukraine conflict.
