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Thailand officially approves emergency loan of nearly 12 billion USD
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Thailand maintains emergency borrowing plan of 400 billion baht (approximately 11.95 billion USD) after new ruling by the Constitutional Court.
China - Russia begin live-fire drills at sea
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China and Russia begin live-fire exercises at sea within the framework of Joint Sea - 2026.
Hundreds of animals escape from cages after floods in China
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More than 100 animals escaped from the zoo in Guangxi, China and about 800-900 farmed snakes escaped after the large flood.
US approves sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany
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German Chancellor confirms strategic weapons deal with US.
Australia exports nuclear fuel to India
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The new agreement between the Australian and Indian Prime Ministers paves the way for uranium exports, adding momentum to the clean energy goal.
Billionaire Elon Musk loses lawsuit to OpenAI
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The US court's ruling in the lawsuit against billionaire Elon Musk helps OpenAI remove major barriers to the initial public offering plan.
Iran establishes new agency to manage the Strait of Hormuz, passing ships may continue to pay fees
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Iran's highest security agency announced on May 18 the establishment of a new agency to manage the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia - China super gas pipeline becomes the focus of talks
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Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to unlock the super gas pipeline project to China in talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
World 24h: Train driver accused after fatal bus accident in Thailand
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World news May 18: Thailand: Train driver charged after fatal bus accident; 5.2 magnitude strong earthquake in China...
Russia - Belarus hold nuclear weapons exercises
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Belarus and Russia coordinate tactical nuclear weapons deployment exercises amid rising regional security tensions.
South Korea announces policy of peaceful coexistence with North Korea
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South Korea adjusts its approach to Pyongyang, emphasizing dialogue and reducing confrontation on the current Korean peninsula.
Earthquake collapses 13 buildings in China
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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Liuzhou city, China, causing 13 buildings to collapse and thousands of people to evacuate.
North Korean President calls for strengthening frontline units
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North Korean President requests modernization of military training and strengthening war deterrence capabilities at the border.
Russia suffers the largest airstrike since the beginning of the year targeting the capital
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Ukrainian UAVs launched a large-scale attack on Moscow (Russia), causing many casualties and civil infrastructure damage.
5.2 magnitude earthquake in China, 3 people missing
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Chinese rescue forces deployed urgently after the earthquake caused many buildings to collapse and thousands of people evacuated.
Nuclear power plant in UAE attacked
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The UAV attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant, UAE, increased tensions amid stalled regional negotiations.
Train driver charged after fatal bus accident
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Thai police have charged the train driver for negligence after the accident in Bangkok.
World 24h: Plan to restore Nord Stream gradually forms
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Latest world news May 17: Investors adjust expectations, gold prices face pressure; Nord Stream restoration plan has appeared in Germany...
Denmark suspends contract with Ukrainian missile company
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Denmark cancels contract with Ukrainian missile manufacturer Fire Point.
North Korea sends women's football team to South Korea to compete
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The North Korean women's football team came to South Korea for the first time in 8 years, attracting great attention from regional public opinion.
