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Ukraine admits 70% of new recruits defect every month
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Representatives of the Ukrainian military medical force confirmed that the situation of soldiers voluntarily leaving their units is at an alarming level, causing the country's army to lose most of the newly recruited personnel.
Russian captain convicted of manslaughter in US oil tanker collision
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The British court has just ruled a Russian captain guilty of manslaughter, leading to a horrific collision with a US military oil tanker.
US establishes strategic mineral reserve worth 12 billion USD
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US President Donald Trump has just announced a historic initiative to establish essential mineral reserves, with a total initial investment of up to 12 billion USD.
Europe defends Russia's gas ban against legal challenges from Hungary and Slovakia
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The European Commission (EC) affirmed that it will protect to the end the regulations banning the import of Russian gas, despite legal challenges from Hungary and Slovakia.
Iran rejects Europe, declares only nuclear negotiations with the US
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Iran declared that it would remove Europe's mediating role due to "lack of capacity" and affirmed that it would only sit at the table of direct nuclear negotiations with the US.
EU may be economically eroded by abandoning Russian gas
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The decision to end Russian gas is warned to put great pressure on the EU economy, increase energy costs, and reduce competition.
Russia responds to Japan's declaration of support for Ukraine
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The Russian Foreign Ministry said that Japan's new aid commitments are actually just political calculations, affirming that there will be appropriate retaliatory measures.
Ukraine and Europe should support Mr. Trump's peace plan
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Instead of arguing about who pays for weapons, Ukraine and Europe should focus on supporting the US President's peace initiative.
US government shut down but expected to reopen immediately
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The US government fell into partial shutdown from January 31.
US approves $16 billion in arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia
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The US administration has just approved a huge arms package for two allies, despite concerns about escalating tensions with Iran.
Ms. Takaichi places her trust in voters' votes
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Less than 2 months after becoming the first female prime minister in Japan, Ms. Sanae Takaichi, who is also the first female chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan (LDP), has announced the dissolution of the parliament and scheduled to hold early general elections in this country on February 8.
Free tax: How the Netherlands pours money into defense spending
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The new Dutch government is shaping a new budget roadmap, prioritizing defense through a special additional tax.
US publicly releases 3 million pages of new documents about Jeffrey Epstein, has a message with Elon Musk
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The US Department of Justice has released the latest documents about Jeffrey Epstein, showing his relationship with famous figures like Elon Musk.
US imposes oil sales tax on Cuba, Mexico seeks help
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The new US tariff move on countries selling oil to Cuba has caused Mexico to worry about humanitarian impacts and seek a new diplomatic path.
Syria will close refugee camps containing thousands of people linked to IS
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Syrian authorities plan to permanently close two refugee camps linked to IS.
Cold air is expected to be concentrated in 4 waves in February, including during Tet
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It is expected that there will be 4 cold spells in February, with a high possibility of coinciding with the Lunar New Year.
Russia controls 7 more important areas in the past week
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Russia said on January 31 that its forces had controlled 7 more areas in the military operation in Ukraine last week.
Search for MH370: One mystery unlocked, another mystery revealed
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Ocean Infinity's MH370 search concludes week 4 with 1 mystery being solved and another mystery unfolding.
New Fed Chairman nominated by President Donald Trump
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President Donald Trump nominated Mr. Kevin Warsh as Fed Chairman, succeeding Chairman Jerome Powell.
World 24h: Warning about the huge cost of treating permanent chemicals in Europe
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World news 30.1: Warning of huge costs for treating permanent chemicals in Europe; Fireworks factory in Thailand explodes, many casualties...
