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From Hormuz to Malacca: Straits igniting global tension

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Hormuz and the maritime straits have played a backbone in global trade since the 16th century, and have also fueled geopolitical confrontations.

Iran speaks out after merchant ship attacked by Ukraine

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The Iranian Foreign Ministry said that at least 1 sailor was killed in the attack believed to be by Ukraine on a cargo ship in the Caspian Sea.

Russia claims to have shot down more than 1,000 UAVs of Ukraine

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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that its air defense forces have shot down more than 1,000 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the past 24 hours.

Russia extends gasoline export ban

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Russia extends gasoline export ban until the end of 2026.

Kazakhstan's reaction to Russia-Ukraine conflict

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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed "freezing" the Russia-Ukraine conflict and resuming peace talks in Istanbul.

President Zelensky dismisses Ukrainian Army Commander Syrsky

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on July 21 announced the dismissal of Army Commander Oleksandr Syrsky.

Low pressure area about to enter the East Sea, may strengthen thanks to favorable environment

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The low pressure area near the Philippines, which is forecast to enter the East Sea and may strengthen into a storm, has a favorable environment to strengthen.

Abu Dhabi launches $6.2 billion gas project amid crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

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Abu Dhabi approved a 6.2 billion USD gas project to increase domestic supply and expand LNG exports, amidst the ongoing instability of the Hormuz transport route.

Ukrainian UAV crashes into apartment building in central Russia

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A Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed into an apartment building in Vladimir, causing a fire, forcing authorities to evacuate residents.

Depression forecast to become a storm in the East Sea is rapidly strengthening

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The low pressure near the Philippines 07d is assessed to be highly likely to strengthen in the next 24 hours.

World 24h: New forecast on the intensity of storm Fausto

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Latest world news 21. 7: Storm Fausto becomes a typhoon, forecast of peak time; Gold prices enter a sensitive phase,...

South Korea plans to provide free AI for all citizens in 2026

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The South Korean government aims to reduce dependence on foreign platforms with free domestic AI chatbots, along with a new legal framework for this industry.

Nearly 1,000 forest fires cover Canada

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Wildfires continue to spread in many areas across Canada, forcing authorities to mobilize large-scale forces and deploy emergency response measures.

Large fire at warehouse in Sumy after drone attack

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A material and equipment business center in the city of Sumy, northeastern Ukraine, caught fire fiercely after a drone attack.

More countries prepare to tighten social networks for children

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More than 20 countries have been or are preparing to implement measures to restrict children from using social networks to protect mental health and safety in the digital space.

Typhoon Fausto becomes a super typhoon, forecast to reach its peak

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Storm Fausto has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane in the eastern Pacific basin and continues to move westward.

The mastermind of the sale of 34 newborns sentenced to 7 years in prison

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The infant trafficking ring under the guise of adoption in Indonesia has been brought to light, some victims have been taken to Singapore to be sold for thousands of USD.

Ukraine is about to receive additional support of about 690 million USD from the IMF

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Ukraine is expected to receive about 690 million USD from the support package of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Russia's gold reserves fall to a 6-year low

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Gold reserves of the Central Bank of Russia continued to decrease in the first half of 2026, to the lowest level since February 2020.

Iran attacks Amazon data center in the Middle East

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Iran said it attacked the Amazon data center in Bahrain after the US airstrike on the Darkhovin nuclear power plant.