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US surges troop numbers in the Middle East to 50,000, ready for ground combat in Iran
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The addition of 2,500 marines and 2,500 sailors raises the number of US troops in the Middle East to 10,000 people higher than usual.
New situation urges EU - Australia to reach the finish line
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After nearly 10 years of negotiations, the European Union (EU) and Australia have reached the necessary consensus on a bilateral free trade agreement. The two sides also agreed on a cooperation agreement in the fields of military, defense and security.
North Korea and China resume direct flights between the two capitals
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The Beijing - Pyongyang flight resumed after a long interruption, reflecting signs of North Korea's gradual opening up.
Israeli Prime Minister orders expanding military operations in Lebanon
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Israel intensifies operations in southern Lebanon to counter missile attacks from Hezbollah.
Iran accuses US of preparing to launch ground attacks as Pakistan prepares for peace talks
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Pakistan announced its readiness to hold US-Iran peace talks in the next few days, amid Tehran's accusations that Washington is preparing a ground attack scenario.
Ship carrying 140,000 tons of Russian oil attacked near Turkey
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Oil tanker owned by a Turkish company attacked on the morning of March 26.
US airport lacks personnel, passengers stranded waiting for record
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The US government shutdown partly causes a personnel crisis, causing passengers to wait more than 4.5 hours at airports.
President Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks
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US President Donald Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks to prioritize solving the inflation problem in the US.
Russia advances, gains dominance in 18 areas in Sumy
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Although Ukraine is deploying reserve forces, the advance of the Russian army is still maintained.
Germany and Australia establish new space monitoring system
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Germany and Australia are preparing to sign a space defense agreement to establish a new early warning system.
US changes enlistment age, 42 years old can still join the army
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The US Army is adjusting recruitment regulations to expand human resources in the context of an increasing shortage of new recruits.
Britain increases pressure, allows troops to inspect Russian oil tankers
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Britain allows the armed forces to inspect Russian oil tankers in its waters.
US and Israel remove Iranian Foreign Minister from attack target list
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The US and Israel are adjusting military strategies, opening a diplomatic signal in the context of escalating regional conflict.
Russia welcomes a huge wave of oil and gas orders from new markets
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The Russian Energy Minister affirmed that he is actively negotiating new oil and gas supply agreements to meet the soaring demand from alternative markets.
Kiev could become Ukraine's new recruitment focus
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Ukraine is preparing to implement new troop mobilization regulations in April, with a focus on major cities, especially the capital Kiev.
Germany warns of the time when Europe will begin to experience gasoline and oil scarcity
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German officials issued an emergency warning about gasoline and oil shortages in Europe starting in April if the Gulf conflict does not end soon.
Iran war heats up Russia-China super gas pipeline
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The Iran war and the global energy shock caused the Russia-China super gas pipeline project, which had been stalled for many years, to unexpectedly return to attention.
Iran declares it is considering the US proposal to end the conflict
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Iran is considering proposals from the US but still denies direct negotiations, while the Middle East war continues to escalate.
US receives $100 million gold depot from Venezuela after 2 decades of interruption
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US Home Secretary Doug Burgum said that recently the US brought back 100 million USD worth of gold from Venezuela.
Russia tightens protection for oil tankers, navy intervenes to escort
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The Maritime Council led by Russian Presidential Assistant Nikolay Patrushev has built additional measures to protect Russian-flagged ships and ships leaving Russian ports.
