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Kazakhstan sows clouds to respond to record drought
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Facing severe drought and water shortages, Kazakhstan is piloting cloud sowing to increase rainfall and save crops in the largest cotton growing area in the south of the country.
Romania suspends operation of its only nuclear power plant
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Romania has begun to completely stop its only nuclear power plant because the Danube River water level has dropped to a record low.
US dismantles ring organizing more than 1,000 fake marriages for immigration
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US officials announced the arrest of 11 suspects on charges of organizing about 1,000 fake marriages to help foreigners get green cards.
Possibility of 2 new low pressures following Hurricane Cristobal in the Atlantic Ocean
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The Atlantic has just seen Typhoon Cristobal and 2 new disturbance zones.
Thailand has another shooting, 6 people injured
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The latest incident in Thailand occurred amid authorities tightening gun management.
Russia rejects possibility of freezing Ukraine conflict
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Russia affirmed that it does not accept the option of "freezing" the Ukrainian conflict, saying that it is necessary to address the root causes of the crisis.
US F-16 fighter jets intercept a series of aircraft near Trump's golf course
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US F-16 fighters intercepted many aircraft violating the temporary flight restriction order in the area near the golf course where President Donald Trump was on a weekend vacation.
Turning Vietnam - Australia comprehensive strategic cooperation into concrete results
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On August 9, General Secretary and President To Lam and the high-level Vietnamese delegation began a state visit to Australia and New Zealand from August 9-14.
Iran reveals health status of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
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Iranian sources said Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is still in good health and has limited public appearances for security reasons.
World on August 10th: President Trump says partial negotiations with Iran
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Mr. Trump reveals approach to Iran, Russia - Syria reach agreement on Tartus port, Israel airstrikes southern Lebanon... are noteworthy world news.
Russia seizes control of 2 settlements in Donetsk region
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Russia claims to have controlled the residential areas of Vasyutinskoye and Toretskoye in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine.
Israeli Prime Minister rejects US 15-point plan on Gaza
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country has rejected the US 15-point plan to end the conflict in Gaza.
World 24h: Optimistic forecast for gold prices next week
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Latest world news 9. 8: Optimistic forecast for gold prices next week; China cancels thousands of flights due to the impact of Hurricane Dolphin...
Turkey calls on Russia and Ukraine to temporarily stop fighting in the Black Sea
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Mr. Hakan Fidan - Turkish Foreign Minister - called on Russia and Ukraine to temporarily stop attacks in the Black Sea.
Typhoon Dolphin increases flood risk when making landfall in China
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Rain and strong winds cover many eastern provinces of China, authorities activate emergency response to storm Dolphin.
New low pressure officially strengthens into Typhoon Peilou, warning of heavy rain in many areas
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According to PAGASA, low pressure area LPA 08c has strengthened into Typhoon Peilou and is being closely monitored for developments.
Houthi declares attack on oil refinery in Saudi Arabia
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Houthi forces in Yemen claimed to have attacked Saudi Aramco's oil refinery in the city of Jazan, southwestern Saudi Arabia.
Indonesia closes famous National Park due to Forest Fire
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Indonesia has closed Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park on Java Island as firefighters try to extinguish a forest fire that has lasted for nearly a week.
Russia airstrikes Ukrainian UAV depot in Kharkov
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The Russian Ministry of Defense attacked with a Geran drone targeting a series of Ukrainian aircraft and component warehouses.
Russian official: EU creates its own upcoming energy crisis
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Russian officials pointed out that gas reserves in Europe have fallen to a record low as winter approaches, due to the decision to abandon supplies from Moscow.
