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Russia points out paradox in Europe's stance on Ukraine

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The Russian Ambassador to the United Nations said that European countries have supported Ukraine for many years but now want to show their role as peace promoters.

Saudi Arabia invests 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, France

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France and Saudi Arabia signed an investment agreement of 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, and expand cooperation in the fields of transportation and logistics.

US threatens to strip countries that do not sanction Iran of access to the USD

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that countries that do not comply with new sanctions against Iran could be removed from the USD system.

South Korea refuses offer to supply strategic weapons to Ukraine

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Ukraine is said to have offered South Korea to provide interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defense system, but was rejected on August 10.

US first launches self-propelled canoe to attack Iranian seaport, hit submarine facility

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The US on July 14 released a video of its forces using self-propelled canoes for the first time to launch a one-way attack in combat, targeting Iran's Bandar Abbas port.

Typhoon Ba Vi causes heavy rain, China evacuates more than 260,000 people

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More than 260,000 people have been evacuated to safe places in Liaoning province (Northeast China) as Typhoon Ba Vi moves north, causing widespread heavy rain.

Chinese air conditioners are selling well amidst record heat in Europe

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Prolonged heat in Europe is causing air conditioning demand to increase sharply, opening up great opportunities for Chinese brands.

9 European countries and Ukraine form a ballistic missile defense alliance

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9 European countries and Ukraine have just established a ballistic missile defense alliance to strengthen response capabilities to security threats.

Iran does not accept changing its role in the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran affirmed that it will continue to control the Strait of Hormuz and rejected US President Donald Trump's idea of seizing control of this strategic maritime route.

Oil tanker attacked off Oman, pressure weighs on transportation through the Middle East region

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A tanker was hit by an unidentified object off Oman, but the entire crew was safe and no oil spills were recorded.

New low pressure appears in the East Sea, Typhoon Haishen still maintains gusts of 80 km/h

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A new low pressure appeared in the East Sea on the morning of July 14 while Typhoon Haishen still maintained maximum wind speed of 65 km/h near the storm center and gusts up to 80 km/h.

Russian forces declare complete control of Konstantinovka airspace

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Russian forces claimed complete control of the airspace over the Konstantinovka area of Donetsk.

President Trump declares strong blow to Iran, travel fee through Hormuz

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President Trump declared that he would strike a very strong blow to Iran as well as reimpose a blockade on Iranian ports.

World LNG giant at risk of relegation after Middle East conflict

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Middle East conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are threatening Qatar's LNG export position.

Iran attacks 2 oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, causing casualties to sailors

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said on July 14 that Iran attacked 2 oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

Poland transfers 3-9 missiles to Ukraine's Patriot complex

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Poland received assurances from the US that the number of missiles would be increased 10 times in case of emergency.

Hamas accused of obstructing Gaza aid

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Senior UN officials warned that Hamas's threatening and obstructive actions are making humanitarian aid activities increasingly dangerous.

Typhoon Ba Vi persists after 2 days of making landfall, China is on red alert due to the risk of flooding

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Typhoon Ba Vi is causing heavy rain, with the risk of flooding to northern China after 2 days of making landfall in this country.

Iran rejects allegations of breach of promise, affirms that the US is the one breaking commitment

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Iran affirmed that it has never violated the commitments signed with the US, and said that Washington is the one responsible for not implementing the agreement.