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US demands ownership of super ship carrying 1.8 million barrels of Venezuelan oil
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The US Department of Justice has just dealt a decisive blow to the "dark fleet" network by filing a claim to permanent ownership of the supership Skipper and 1.8 million barrels of smuggled oil.
President Trump calculates with Cuba
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President Trump has just proposed the idea of a "friendly immigration" policy towards Cuba, as the US is tightening its economic grip on this island nation.
Ukrainian President holds emergency meeting with Slovakia to defuse oil and gas artery
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The Ukrainian President sent an urgent invitation to Prime Minister Robert Fico to resolve the crisis surrounding the strategic oil pipeline Druzhba.
Trump disappointed with Iran talks, reveals use of force
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Mr. Trump expressed disappointment with the negotiation process with Iran, and warned that "sometimes force must be used".
Pakistan - Afghanistan ready for negotiations
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The Taliban government in Afghanistan declared its readiness to negotiate with Pakistan after being airstriked.
Mr. Zelensky extends martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine
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Mr. Zelensky has signed an extension of martial law and the general mobilization campaign in Ukraine for another 90 days.
Trump announces tax increase on South Korean goods
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Mr. Trump's new tariff move raises concerns about trade instability, spillover effects on the financial market and alliance relations.
EU faces major challenge if it reduces security dependence on the US
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NATO Secretary General believes that the EU will have to increase military spending to 10% of GDP and pour trillions of euros into nuclear capabilities if it wants to reduce security dependence on the US.
Russia launches long-range satellite UAV to destroy Ukrainian helicopters for the first time
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For the first time, a Russian Geran UAV was controlled by satellite, destroying Ukrainian military helicopters.
NATO develops "hot zone" with AI weapons along the Russian border
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NATO announces plan to establish AI-powered automatic deterrence lines along its eastern flank.
Russia ends military presence in a region of Syria
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Russia withdraws troops from an airport in northeastern Syria, ending its military presence there.
German Defense Minister asks Trump to apologize
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The German Defense Minister said that Mr. Trump's statement about the role of NATO allies in the Afghanistan war was "disrespectful".
Cold air crashes in 2 phases, causing more cold rain
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It is expected that 2 increasing cold air waves this week will bring sharp temperature drops and more rain.
France raises law banning social media to debate in Parliament
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The bill aims to protect French minors from online risks, according to Australia's ban.
MH370: Witnesses say they witnessed the plane fire with their own eyes
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A witness continued to affirm that he witnessed the MH370 plane fire in the fateful year 2014.
UK faces difficult decision on gas contract related to Russia
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Russia-related gas contract makes Britain confused between supporting Ukraine and energy security.
Russia continues to focus forces on attacking Ukrainian energy facilities
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Russian forces launched attacks targeting energy infrastructure serving the Ukrainian army on January 26.
Cambodia considers maintaining comprehensive relations with Vietnam as a consistent policy
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Cambodian People's Party Vice President Men Sam An affirmed that maintaining comprehensive cooperative relations with Vietnam is a consistent and long-term policy.
Nipah virus causes concern, many Asian airports strengthen screening
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The Nipah virus caused concern after the outbreak in India, forcing many Asian airports to strengthen screening, while experts assess the risk to tourists is still low.
Philippine Mayor escapes death after 4 assassinations
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A Philippine mayor escaped death after a new attack, marking the 4th time he has become a target of assassination, but remains safe and continues to work.
