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World 19/8: UAE stops trade with Iran after missile attack allegations
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UAE suspends trade with Iran after missile attack allegations; US sanctions International Criminal Court President;... are prominent world news on the morning of August 19.
South Korea declares it has the 5th strongest army in the world
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President Lee Jae Myung said that South Korea currently ranks 5th in the world in military strength and 4th in defense industry capacity.
Belgium makes efforts to control the largest forest fire in history
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Hundreds of firefighters have been mobilized to respond to a forest fire in the High Fens nature reserve, eastern Belgium.
Russia announces a series of equipment losses from Ukraine after more than 4 years of conflict
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Ukraine has lost 674 aircraft and 284 helicopters since the special military operation began.
Poland accelerates preparations for defense against risk of conflict
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Poland is preparing for the possibility of conflict, although hoping that will never happen.
Human-shaped robot explodes in China, expected output exceeds 100,000 units
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China is expected to produce more than 100,000 humanoid robots in 2026, reflecting the rapid development of the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics industries.
New Zealand activates strategic diesel oil depot worth over $12 million
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New Zealand puts into operation a reserve of about 93 million liters of diesel oil to respond to the risk of global supply disruptions.
Moscow faces the largest UAV attack in 2 years
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Moscow suffered the largest drone strike (UAV) in 2 years, with more than 430 aircraft launched into the capital area in just one night.
Large explosion near hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron stayed in Syria
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Two large explosions occurred in central Damascus, Syria on July 7 near where French President Emmanuel Macron stayed.
Close-up of Chinese floods after dam breach in Guangxi
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China on July 7 allocated 150,000 relief supplies to the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, deploying flood recovery efforts due to heavy rain.
Poland publicly announces the transfer of Patriot missiles to Ukraine, total aid reaches 4.5 billion USD
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Poland said it has transferred about 4.5 billion USD worth of weapons and military equipment to Ukraine since the conflict broke out in 2022.
NATO reconnaissance aircraft increase in appearance in the Baltic region
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A NATO reconnaissance aircraft has just flown over the Baltic region, in the context of the alliance preparing to hold a summit.
NATO announces weapons contract worth tens of billions of USD, commits to aid Ukraine 80 billion USD/year
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NATO member countries will announce new arms procurement contracts worth tens of billions of USD at a summit in Ankara, Turkey.
LNG tanker attacked in Oman Bay
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The drone attack caused a fire in the engine room of a LNG tanker, seriously threatening maritime safety in the Gulf of Oman.
Super typhoon Ba Vi maintains intensity for 78 consecutive hours, heading towards the next landfall area
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Super typhoon Ba Vi is forecast to pass through northeastern Taiwan (China) and then make landfall in eastern China.
124 individuals of the Vietnamese delegation awarded the Medal "Hero of Venezuela
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The Venezuelan government awarded the "Hero of Venezuela" medal to the Vietnamese delegation participating in overcoming the consequences of the earthquake in the South American country.
Hot weather in the US kills dozens
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The historic heatwave coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States has caused dozens of deaths and many events to be canceled.
Nord Stream AG loses lawsuit against insurance companies over gas pipeline explosion
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The lawsuit was filed by Nord Stream AG in February 2024 against insurance companies Lloyd's of London and Arch Insurance.
Serbia will never impose sanctions on Russia
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Serbia will never impose sanctions on Russia despite great pressure.
Vietnamese rescue team removes 57 bodies from rubble in Venezuela
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The Vietnamese rescue and relief team, after days of supporting the search for victims after the earthquake, has removed 57 bodies from the rubble in Venezuela.
