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Southeast Asia faces heat and drought as El Nino intensifies
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Southeast Asia may face the risk of heat, drought and smog as the El Nino phenomenon becomes stronger in the near future.
President Putin: Russia holds half of the world's diamond reserves
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Alrosa Group holds about 50% of the world's total diamond reserves.
Turkey opposes Zelensky's statement about civilian ships in the Black Sea
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Turkey protested against attacks targeting civilian ships in the Black Sea, and called for de-escalation of tensions in the region.
Qatar informs Russia of progress in US-Iran negotiations on the Hormuz Strait
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Qatar said it is maintaining contact with Russia to update the negotiation process between the US and Iran.
China warns of stronger storms in August
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Typhoons making landfall in China in August are forecast to tend to be stronger due to the impact of El Nino.
Iran declares management of Hormuz, affirms the strait will not return to square one
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Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that the Hormuz Strait will be managed by Tehran, state media reported on June 23.
US lifts oil sanctions against Iran, oil prices continue to decline
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The diplomatic breakthrough between the US and Iran in Switzerland opens up opportunities to end regional conflict and cool down the global energy market.
US - Iran Negotiations: The power trio decides Tehran's policies
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The Supreme Leader, Foreign Minister and Speaker of the Iranian Parliament all play a central role in building an agreement being negotiated with the US.
Super typhoon Mekkhala reaches peak, changes direction today
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Typhoon Mekkhala has strengthened into a super typhoon since the night of June 22 and is forecast to change direction on June 23.
Russian air defense shoots down more than 300 Ukrainian UAVs across the territory
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Russia on June 22 said that its air defense forces had shot down 301 Ukrainian drones in less than 24 hours.
World 24h: Hot weather rages across Europe
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World news 22.6: US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland; Forecast of when typhoon Mekkhala will reach its maximum...
British Prime Minister Starmer announces resignation
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On June 22, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would resign and a new leader would be appointed before Parliament meets again in September.
World oil prices plummet after US-Iran talks
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The global energy market, especially oil prices, reacted positively to positive diplomatic signals from the US-Iran talks.
Australia signs record defense contract worth 1.7 billion USD, sells advanced radar technology to Canada
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Australia sells advanced radar technology to Canada. This is Australia's largest defense export deal to date.
Large explosion at strategic gas facility in Qatar, Middle East energy crisis becomes more complicated
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Large explosion at Qatar's largest energy facility, dozens injured, 18 still missing.
China responds to Pentagon blacklist
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China launched a strong retaliatory move after Washington put a series of major technology corporations of this country on the military blacklist.
Hot weather causes many European countries to close schools
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The heat wave is raging throughout Europe, causing casualties and forcing many countries to take urgent measures.
US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland
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The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland concluded with a roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days.
Tensions between Poland and Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk makes efforts to cool down
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the conflict between Polish and Ukrainian politicians is a "strategic mistake" that harms both sides.
Typhoon Mekkhala is on track to reach its maximum
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Typhoon Mekkhala (Philippines name Francisco) has become a strong typhoon since the afternoon of June 21st and is forecast to reach its maximum on June 23rd.
