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Canada may become the first EU ally

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The EU proposes that Canada become the first "associated member", expanding bilateral cooperation from trade to technology, defense and energy.

Russian experts say the US is ready to gamble on AI risks to gain military advantage

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Russian experts believe that the US accepts the risk of AI to humanity to maintain control over military AI systems.

China opens a canal connecting deep inland with the sea

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China opens a new waterway to shorten the sea distance of deep inland areas.

Houthi declares to shoot down F-15 with self-made missiles, Saudi Arabian fighters must retreat

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Houthi claims to have shot down Saudi Arabian F-15 fighter jets, accusing Riyadh of conducting more than 450 airstrikes in 7 Yemeni provinces over the past week.

EU representatives ready to dialogue with President Putin if there is an opportunity

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A senior representative of the European Union (EU) said he is ready to exchange views with the Russian President or the Russian Foreign Minister if there is an opportunity.

Iran declares conditions for temporary suspension of attack

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Iran affirms its "kick-for-kick" stance as the US temporarily suspends bombardment, amid military advisors warning of target and weapons depletion.

Russia attacks Chernomorsk container port and cargo ship

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The Russian Ministry of Defense said it has used high-precision weapons launched from the sea and drones targeting Ukrainian transport infrastructure.

Germany refuses to disclose secret documents related to Nord Stream explosion

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The German government declined to clarify whether Berlin received a prior warning about the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline.

World 24h: Forest fires in France and Spain cause 250,000 people to evacuate

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Latest world news July 26: Wildfires spread due to heat and drought in France and Spain; Russia extends ban on gasoline exports...

Israel accused of shelling southern Syria

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Syria accuses Israel of shelling and sending troops deep into villages, while the UN Secretary-General is visiting Damascus.

Iran warns of consequences if the US continues to attack

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The Iranian military affirmed that the scope of combat will expand geographically if the US insists on maintaining air strikes.

Russia attacks UAV production facility in Ukraine

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The Russian army's attack targeted a factory belonging to a technology company in Kiev, Ukraine.

China opens investigation into gene editing test scandal after death of 6-year-old girl

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A Chinese university is investigating information about a gene editing test that led to the death of a 6-year-old girl.

Iran still sold tens of billions of USD of oil during the conflict

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The Iranian Ministry of Oil said it had sold a total of 18 billion USD of oil during the conflict with the US as well as during the ceasefire.

Wildfires spread due to heat and drought in France and Spain

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Widespread wildfires caused by heat and drought are covering southwestern France and central Spain, forcing 260,000 people to evacuate.

Typhoon Noul hits southern China, causing heavy rain and strong gusts of wind

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Typhoon Noul made landfall in Guangdong province, southern China in the early morning of July 26, bringing heavy rain and strong gusts of wind.

Japan has an additional 27th World Heritage Site

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UNESCO has just listed the Asuka - Fujiwara Ancient Capital complex of Japan in the World Heritage List, bringing the total number of heritage sites in this country to 27.

Ukrainian people at risk facing harsh winters due to power shortages

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Ukraine's new government triplicates the electricity restoration target, but power generation capacity is still at risk of not meeting demand in the coming winter.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs updates on the rescue situation of Khoi Nguyen 18 ship sinking in the East Sea

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The Khoi Nguyen 18 ship with 62 people was sunk while operating in bad weather conditions in the East Sea, the Spokesperson of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed.

Record heatwave in Japan lasts longer than ever

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Many localities in Japan continue to record temperatures above 40°C, extending the chain of extreme heat to record levels.