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Ukrainian drone may have sunk a Russian gas tanker in the Mediterranean
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Russia's Arctic Metagaz liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker just exploded and sank in the Mediterranean after an attack believed to be carried out by drones from Ukraine.
Mr. Trump hints at early agreement with Cuba after finishing work in Iran
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President Donald Trump said the US may soon reach an agreement with Cuba, but wants to wait a few weeks after "finishing the job" in Iran.
UAE considers freezing Iranian assets
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The UAE is considering freezing Iran's assets on its territory, a move that could isolate Iran from international trade networks.
US and Venezuela agree to re-establish diplomatic relations
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The US and the Venezuelan interim government agreed to restore diplomatic relations, towards stability and a peaceful political transition.
Mr. Zelensky refuses to repair the Druzhba pipeline, Hungary declares it will force Ukraine to reopen
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Mr. Zelensky said he has not received an official request from the EU to allow inspectors to access the damaged Druzhba pipeline area.
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...
Military-backed party wins overwhelming election
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Myanmar finished the election with the United Alliance for Solidarity and Development (USDP) party supported by the military gaining overwhelming advantage.
Internet has returned, but only for the chosen one
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Although the Internet was restored after nearly 3 weeks of interruption, experts warn that Iran is entering an "digital isolation era" with an unprecedented censorship mechanism.
Cuba reacts toughly to US blockade move
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Cuba criticized the US's new measures to tighten fuel supply, saying Washington is increasing economic pressure on the island nation.
Fireworks factory in Thailand explodes, many casualties
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The explosion at a fireworks production facility in Thailand caused serious damage and raised safety concerns.
US Ambassador declares solution to conflict is about to be completed
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The new statements show that the process of finding a solution to the Ukraine conflict is entering a critical stage.
EU risks spending 1,700 billion euros on permanent chemicals
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The EU may have to spend up to 1,700 billion euros to thoroughly overcome pollution and health consequences caused by PFAS chemicals, also known as "permanent chemicals".
Russia pours fire into Donetsk province, signs of a general offensive
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Despite Mr. Trump's statement about Russia temporarily ceasing fire for 1 week due to the cold, the Pokrovsk front still suffered "bomb rain" with a sudden increase in frequency.
