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Lao National Assembly Chairman passes away
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On August 8 (local time), Mr. Xaysomphone Phomvihane, Chairman of the Lao National Assembly, passed away at the age of 70.
Hungary to hold presidential election with only one candidate
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The ruling Tisza party in Hungary nominated former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Andras Baka as a presidential candidate before the vote in Parliament next week.
400 Spanish and Ukrainian intelligence personnel data leaked
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Spanish experts claim to have collected data from 400 intelligence personnel and more than 1,000 police officers in this country.
UAE oil tanker attacked by missile in the Strait of Hormuz
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A UAE oil tanker was hit by a missile while passing through the Strait of Hormuz, but no casualties were recorded.
Iranian media releases rare video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
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A rare video recording images of Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has just been released, but the time and location of recording are not yet clear.
Iran and Qatar agree to release 6 billion USD of Tehran's assets
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Iran and Qatar have agreed to release 6 billion USD out of a total of 12 billion USD of Iranian assets being frozen in this emirate.
Former US Senator says Israel has nuclear weapons, concerned about being used against Iran
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Former US Senator Marjorie Taylor Greene said that the conflict with Iran still poses a risk of serious escalation.
Global sea freight rates reach highest level in two years
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Sea freight rates skyrocketed compared to before the US imposed new tariffs, reflecting increased pressure on supply chains and trade.
High heat, Hungary allows state employees to work remotely
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The intense heat wave broke many temperature records, forcing authorities to impose a series of emergency measures on water, railways and healthcare.
Russia announces dismissal of 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers and mercenaries in one week
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Russian military experts cited figures showing that Ukraine's losses have increased for the sixth consecutive week amid fierce fighting.
Malaysia extends MH370 search agreement
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The Malaysian government has extended the agreement with Ocean Infinity for another 12 months to continue searching for the wreckage of flight MH370.
South Korea announces investment of over 500 billion USD in chip industry
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South Korea announced on June 29 an investment of more than 500 billion USD to meet the huge demand for artificial intelligence (AI).
China warns of heavy rain for nearly a week in the south, warning of widespread floods
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China prepares to respond to a new heavy rain, warning of floods in southern provinces of the country.
China puts 40 Japanese organizations on export control and supervision list
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China announced on June 29 that it had put 20 organizations in Japan on the control list and 20 organizations on the export supervision list.
Singapore establishes committee to handle cyber abuse
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Singapore's new agency provides victims with access to requests to remove content, receive support and apply civil remedies.
Europe discusses Ukraine's tens of billions of euro loan
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The European Union is considering a long-term financial support plan to ensure resources for Ukraine if the conflict continues.
German expert predicts direct conflict between Europe and Russia is unlikely
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The descendant of Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Empire, believes that threats against Russia only increase risks to European security.
Israel declares destruction of underground tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons
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Israel said it had destroyed a tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons.
Iran warns third parties not to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran believes that any external involvement will only escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and slow down the process of restoring maritime operations.
Iraq arrests 47 officials before Prime Minister visits the US
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Iraq's large-scale anti-corruption campaign targets many figures, including a Deputy Oil Minister who was previously sanctioned by the US.
