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Mr. Trump orders blockade of Hormuz, warns of destruction of Iranian infrastructure
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After US-Iran talks broke down, Mr. Trump announced that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz, warning of destroying Iranian infrastructure.
Britain stops historic agreement on Chagos for joint US military base
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The British government on April 11 announced the suspension of the plan to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, after facing criticism from US President Donald Trump.
World 24h: Typhoon Sinlaku changes direction, rapidly intensifies
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World News 12. 4: US wants to train gamers to become air traffic controllers; Typhoon Sinlaku changes direction, rapidly intensifies...
US-Iran negotiations encounter difficulties, cargo ship turns around in front of the Hormuz Strait
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Global energy market shakes as oil tanker turns back from the Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran negotiations collapse.
Typhoon Sinlaku may become a super typhoon, winds up to 241 km/h
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Typhoon Sinlaku may reach super typhoon level as it approaches the Mariana Islands.
Iran condemns US attack on seawater desalination plant, pushing conflict to escalate
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Iran warns that actions targeting water infrastructure could put Middle East warfare into a dangerous phase.
Mr. Trump declares he is not interested in Iran negotiations
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Mr. Trump's statement shows a tough stance amidst the sharp escalation of the Middle East war.
US denies responsibility for bombing Iranian girls' school
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The attack that caused heavy casualties in Minab has sparked controversy about responsibility in the US-Israel war with Iran.
Neighbors to Russia consider passing nuclear weapons
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Russia warns Finland - a country sharing a border of more than 1,000km - about its nuclear policy.
Billionaire holding 16,000kg of gold forecasts upward momentum of gold prices after Iran conflict
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Indian billionaire Joy Alukkas predicts gold prices will rise higher in the coming years as the world faces geopolitical and economic risks.
Boats stranded in the Persian Gulf race to claim to be Chinese ships
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When the Iranian war caused ships to become targets at sea, some crew members changed their identification signals to declare themselves Chinese ships.
Cuba repairs its largest power plant, millions of people still without power
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After many days in darkness, Cuba said it has fixed the incident at the country's largest thermal power plant.
Iranian President criticized for apologizing to neighbor, fighting continues to heat up
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The US President continues to make tough threats to Tehran, while the Iranian President is criticized for apologizing to his Gulf neighbor.
China announces series of mega projects in new 5-year plan
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Developing the fastest high-speed train in the world, C929 long-range wide-body aircraft... are super projects of China in the new 5-year plan.
Russia focuses on attacking energy sources of the Ukrainian army
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On March 7, Russia launched a large-scale attack targeting defense industry enterprises and energy facilities serving the Ukrainian army.
Russian oil unexpectedly in high demand as Iran war squeezes supply
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Russian oil and gas demand suddenly surged as Iranian war disrupts energy flow through the Strait of Hormuz to the world.
Cuba closes Embassy in Ecuador after 48-hour ultimatum
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Cuba closed its Embassy in Quito after Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa expelled Cuban diplomats.
Russia - US exchange views on easing sanctions as Middle East crisis pushes oil prices soaring
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Moscow and Washington are discussing the possibility of easing sanctions on Russian oil.
World 24h: Latest update on the MH370 search after 12 years
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World news 7. 3: Gasoline prices in the US increase by 15% due to conflict in the Middle East; Latest update on the search for MH370 after 12 years...
US responds to news of Russia providing locations of US warships and aircraft to Iran
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The Pentagon affirmed that US forces are monitoring the activities of Russia and Iran amid escalating conflict in the region.
