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Close-up of US airstrike sinking 5 Iranian oil tankers
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on September 8 (local time) announced that Washington will continue to target Iranian oil tankers in retaliatory strikes.
World 24h: World gold prices recover but still under pressure
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Latest world news 9. 9: Gold prices recover after a sharp drop; Series of consequences when Brent oil approaches the 100 USD mark...
South Korean video game tycoon has to spend billions of USD to divorce
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This divorced property division case is considered the largest in South Korean judicial history.
A European country unexpectedly pivots, allowing Israel to open an embassy
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Slovenia is pivoting its policy towards Israel by allowing this country to open an embassy in the capital Ljubljana.
US sanctions a series of businesses in 6 countries for allegedly supporting Iran
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The US imposed sanctions on 35 companies from 6 countries on charges of supporting Iran's aviation industry in transporting weapons and military personnel.
South Korea plans to provide free AI for all citizens in 2026
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The South Korean government aims to reduce dependence on foreign platforms with free domestic AI chatbots, along with a new legal framework for this industry.
Nearly 1,000 forest fires cover Canada
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Wildfires continue to spread in many areas across Canada, forcing authorities to mobilize large-scale forces and deploy emergency response measures.
Large fire at warehouse in Sumy after drone attack
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A material and equipment business center in the city of Sumy, northeastern Ukraine, caught fire fiercely after a drone attack.
More countries prepare to tighten social networks for children
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More than 20 countries have been or are preparing to implement measures to restrict children from using social networks to protect mental health and safety in the digital space.
Typhoon Fausto becomes a super typhoon, forecast to reach its peak
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Storm Fausto has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane in the eastern Pacific basin and continues to move westward.
The mastermind of the sale of 34 newborns sentenced to 7 years in prison
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The infant trafficking ring under the guise of adoption in Indonesia has been brought to light, some victims have been taken to Singapore to be sold for thousands of USD.
Ukraine is about to receive additional support of about 690 million USD from the IMF
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Ukraine is expected to receive about 690 million USD from the support package of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Russia's gold reserves fall to a 6-year low
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Gold reserves of the Central Bank of Russia continued to decrease in the first half of 2026, to the lowest level since February 2020.
Iran attacks Amazon data center in the Middle East
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Iran said it attacked the Amazon data center in Bahrain after the US airstrike on the Darkhovin nuclear power plant.
Hydropower project tunnel collapses in India, at least 9 people die
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The tunnel collapse at the hydropower project in India may have been caused by an explosion, the specific cause has not yet been determined.
Vietnam makes positive contributions at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting
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The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 59) and related meetings took place in Manila from July 19 to 24. The meeting included about 25 activities, of which the highlight was the opening session and the closed-door meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers officially taking place on the morning of July 21.
Houthi maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, Red Sea and Hormuz along with the crisis
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Saudi Arabia on July 20 condemned the statement of the Houthi forces in Yemen about blockading the sea route with this kingdom.
US imposes new sanctions on Sudan for alleged use of chemical weapons
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The US has just imposed sanctions on the Sudanese government after allegations of using chemical weapons in a conflict with rival paramilitary forces.
Lebanon begins to take over pilot area after agreement with Israel
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The Lebanese army began deploying security takeovers in 3 pilot areas in the south as part of an agreement with Israel.
Mr. Trump signs executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a series of goods from Canada
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US President Donald Trump cited Canada's discrimination against US alcohol, cars and dairy products, imposing additional tariffs effective from August.
