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World 24h: Train driver accused after fatal bus accident in Thailand
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World news May 18: Thailand: Train driver charged after fatal bus accident; 5.2 magnitude strong earthquake in China...
Russia - Belarus hold nuclear weapons exercises
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Belarus and Russia coordinate tactical nuclear weapons deployment exercises amid rising regional security tensions.
South Korea announces policy of peaceful coexistence with North Korea
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South Korea adjusts its approach to Pyongyang, emphasizing dialogue and reducing confrontation on the current Korean peninsula.
Earthquake collapses 13 buildings in China
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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Liuzhou city, China, causing 13 buildings to collapse and thousands of people to evacuate.
North Korean President calls for strengthening frontline units
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North Korean President requests modernization of military training and strengthening war deterrence capabilities at the border.
ECB warns of consequences of Hungary confiscating money and gold from Ukraine
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The European Central Bank (ECB) warned that Hungary's seizure of Ukrainian cash and gold could weaken confidence in the euro.
Hormuz congestion, Russia gets an additional 7 billion USD/month
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Oil prices skyrocketed due to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, bringing a "gold mine" to the Russian budget, with an estimated increase of 7 billion USD/month.
Iran prepares major policy, opens road to toll trains through the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran is drafting a law to collect fees for crossing the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia adds dozens of new oil and gas fields in 2026
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Russia said it may discover dozens more oil and gas fields in 2026, but it is still possible that it will not meet world demand.
Russia bans gold exports, prevents bringing more than 100,000 USD in cash across borders
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Russia tightens exports of cash and gold under orders of President Vladimir Putin.
World 24h: Russian oil tanker attacked
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Latest world news March 26: Ship carrying 140,000 tons of Russian oil attacked near Turkey; Germany warns of when Europe will begin to experience gasoline and oil shortages...
Ship carrying 140,000 tons of Russian oil attacked near Turkey
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Oil tanker owned by a Turkish company attacked on the morning of March 26.
US airport lacks personnel, passengers stranded waiting for record
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The US government shutdown partly causes a personnel crisis, causing passengers to wait more than 4.5 hours at airports.
President Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks
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US President Donald Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks to prioritize solving the inflation problem in the US.
Russia advances, gains dominance in 18 areas in Sumy
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Although Ukraine is deploying reserve forces, the advance of the Russian army is still maintained.
Germany and Australia establish new space monitoring system
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Germany and Australia are preparing to sign a space defense agreement to establish a new early warning system.
US changes enlistment age, 42 years old can still join the army
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The US Army is adjusting recruitment regulations to expand human resources in the context of an increasing shortage of new recruits.
Britain increases pressure, allows troops to inspect Russian oil tankers
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Britain allows the armed forces to inspect Russian oil tankers in its waters.
US and Israel remove Iranian Foreign Minister from attack target list
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The US and Israel are adjusting military strategies, opening a diplomatic signal in the context of escalating regional conflict.
Russia welcomes a huge wave of oil and gas orders from new markets
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The Russian Energy Minister affirmed that he is actively negotiating new oil and gas supply agreements to meet the soaring demand from alternative markets.
