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Russian oil tankers are still busy crossing the English Channel despite UK warnings
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More than 20 sanctioned ships belonging to Russia's "dark fleet" have passed through British waters since the country allowed the military to seize ships.
US announces $166 billion reciprocal tax refund procedure
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The US is accelerating reciprocal tax refunds worth up to 166 billion USD, but warns that the processing process could take up to 45 days.
US to review relations with NATO after Iran conflict
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The prolonged Iran conflict is causing the US to reconsider its role in NATO and the possibility of military cooperation with European allies.
Many European countries refuse to support the US in the Iran war
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Many European countries say no to US military proposals, pushing transatlantic relations into an unprecedented period of tension.
President Trump announces the time to stop attacking Iran
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Mr. Trump signaled the end of the military campaign, while the conflict is still escalating and negotiations are unclear.
Nord Stream may resume operations with US participation
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The US may play a key role in bringing the Nord Stream gas pipeline back into operation, bringing Russian gas to Europe.
Iran warns of unlimited response if attacked by the US
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Iran declared that it would not succumb to US pressure, warning that it would respond widely and unlimitedly if attacked.
Gold price forecast to fluctuate up to 30% in 2026
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Gold prices are forecast to rise to 6,000 USD/ounce in 2026, but a fluctuation of up to 30% may appear before gold prices reach a new high.
Super strong El Nino is expected to reappear right in the 2026 storm season
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Meteorologists warn of the return of El Nino, even at a super strong level in the 2026 storm season.
Denmark buys US missiles to protect Greenland
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In January 2026, the US approved the sale of US-made missiles to Denmark to strengthen defense capabilities in Greenland and surrounding areas.
Russia shoots down 5 Ukrainian Flamingo long-range missiles
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Russia has shot down 5 long-range cruise missiles Flamingo manufactured by Ukraine along with 172 fixed-wing drones.
EU country issues ultimatum to Ukraine over Russian oil transit
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The EU country issued an ultimatum, warning it would cut off electricity to Ukraine if Kiev does not resume Russian oil transit.
Ukraine declares deep penetration into Russian territory, attacks ballistic missile factory
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Ukraine affirms the attack targeted Russia's strategic weapons production facility.
Mr. Trump announces global tariff increase to 15%
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Mr. Trump said he would raise the temporary tariff applied to almost all imports into the US from 10% to 15%.
China surpasses the US to become Germany's largest trading partner
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China surpasses the US to become Germany's largest trading partner. It is known that German exports to the US decreased by more than 9% last year.
US deploys more than 60 fighter jets to base in the Middle East
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The US has deployed more than 60 fighter jets to a base in Jordan, an important center for the US military's plan to attack Iran.
World 24h: Forecast of the time of fierce bomb storm
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World news 21. 2: Hungary strikes with huge EU loan for Ukraine; Forecast of the time of fierce bomb storm...
US wants India to buy oil from Venezuela
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The US is negotiating trade to persuade India to abandon Russian oil supplies.
Hungarian Prime Minister mentions the party involved in Nord Stream and Druzhba incident
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said that Kiev must be responsible for the Nord Stream explosion as well as the suspension of the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Gold and silver prices rise as US global tariffs and tensions with Iran
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World gold prices were at 5,108.40 USD/ounce at 3:40 PM on February 20, EST time, up more than 2%.