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US - Iran: Ceasefire agreement increasingly fragile
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The ceasefire agreement in the Middle East is facing the risk of collapse as the US and Iran continue military actions to control the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO assesses community spread risk from hantavirus outbreak
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The hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius recorded 7 cases, 3 deaths. WHO assesses the risk of spreading to the community at a low level.
Germany hands over plant associated with Nord Stream 1 pipeline to Ukraine
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Germany will transfer a gas-fired power plant that used to serve Russia's Nord Stream 1 pipeline to a Ukrainian electricity operator.
2 low pressure systems move towards the Philippines, possibly strengthening into Typhoon Caloy
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Two low pressure systems are moving towards the Philippines, one of which enters the forecast area on May 5, while the other low pressure system is strengthening.
South Korean ship fired and exploded in Hormuz for the first time, US President says it was due to Iran
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A cargo ship operated by South Korea exploded on May 4, in Hormuz, in an incident that US President Donald Trump said was caused by an Iranian attack.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs speaks out about Chu Dang Khoa's arrest in South Africa for rhino horn smuggling
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According to the direction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa is continuing to closely coordinate with South African functional agencies to handle the case.
Iran demands UAE compensation for supporting attacks
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Iran accused the UAE of supporting its attacks, demanded compensation for damages and emphasized responsibility under international law.
Russian oil pours into Southeast Asia, breaking record amidst Hormuz congestion
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Russian oil is pouring massively into Asia, with Southeast Asia being the largest destination in March, as the Strait of Hormuz is squeezing supply.
Thailand elects Mr. Anutin as 32nd Prime Minister
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On March 19, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul was officially elected by the National Assembly as the 32nd Prime Minister of Thailand.
US considers possibility of seizing all Iranian nuclear fuel
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The White House confirmed that the US does not rule out the possibility of deploying a campaign to seize all nuclear materials in Iran.
Turkey proposes new oil pipeline that could replace the Strait of Hormuz
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Turkey proposes expanding the oil pipeline from Iraq to Basra, to resolve the global energy crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel masterminds assassination of Iranian leaders, US only supports
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Israel unexpectedly became the main force in the assassinations of Iranian high-ranking officials, while the US only played a supporting role.
Mr. Macron reveals about Europe's largest warship
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Mr. Macron informed on March 18 that Europe's largest warship will be named "France Libre".
Russian ship carrying hundreds of tons of fuel freely drifts, 5 EU countries urgently call for action
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5 European Union (EU) leaders urged urgent handling of drifting Russian ship carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG), warning of environmental disaster.
Russia announces control of new settlement in Donetsk
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Russian forces on March 18 controlled the Aleksandrovka settlement in Donetsk through decisive offensive operations.
World oil prices rise as Iran attacks the Gulf
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The energy market, especially oil prices, fluctuated sharply as the conflict escalated and Middle East oil and gas facilities were attacked.
US considers sending thousands more troops to the Middle East
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The US is considering strengthening military forces as the operation in Iran enters a complex new phase.
Russia warns of the risk of attacking oil tankers, considers using naval escort
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Russia has deployed maritime security measures due to the risk of terrorist attacks targeting Russian ships.
Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, gold prices fall sharply
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The US Federal Reserve (Fed) kept interest rates unchanged amid Middle East tensions, causing gold prices to fall sharply, losing the 5,000 USD/ounce mark.
Iran's nuclear weapons depend on the position of the new leader
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not yet announced his views on possessing nuclear weapons.
