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World 24h: China warns of extreme floods in the country's largest desert

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Latest world news 12. 6: China warns of unusually large floods in the country's largest desert; Gold prices suddenly reverse but the increase is still being curbed...

Norway declares readiness to sell Arctic gas to markets other than the EU

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Norway called on the EU to ease oil and gas exploitation restrictions in the Arctic, considering it a strategic supplier to Europe.

Thailand announces funeral of Princess Bajrakitiyabha, people attend farewell ceremony

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The King of Thailand allows the public to participate in farewell ceremonies for Princess Bajrakitiyabha, funerals lasting many stages.

Human lifespan can increase to 120 years thanks to new medical breakthrough

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Advances in molecular medicine and gene technology can help human life expectancy reach 120 years, according to a Russian scientist.

Thai people mourn Princess Bajrakitiyabha

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Upon hearing the news of Princess Bajrakitiyabha's death, the Prime Minister of Thailand, former Miss Universe Thailand and the people expressed their condolences.

Oil prices rise above $100 mark as US blockades Hormuz Strait

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Oil prices surged above $100/barrel as President Donald Trump announced that the US would blockade the Strait of Hormuz from April 13.

Russia operates factory in Cuba, activating billion-dollar capital flow

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The fact that Russian businesses are allowed to directly manage production facilities in Cuba marks a major turning point in Russia-Cuba economic cooperation.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban loses election after 16 years in power

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban admitted a heavy defeat in the landmark election on April 12, ending 16 years in power.

Mr. Trump orders blockade of Hormuz, warns of destruction of Iranian infrastructure

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After US-Iran talks broke down, Mr. Trump announced that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz, warning of destroying Iranian infrastructure.

Britain stops historic agreement on Chagos for joint US military base

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The British government on April 11 announced the suspension of the plan to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, after facing criticism from US President Donald Trump.

World 24h: Typhoon Sinlaku changes direction, rapidly intensifies

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World News 12. 4: US wants to train gamers to become air traffic controllers; Typhoon Sinlaku changes direction, rapidly intensifies...

US-Iran negotiations encounter difficulties, cargo ship turns around in front of the Hormuz Strait

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Global energy market shakes as oil tanker turns back from the Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran negotiations collapse.

Typhoon Sinlaku may become a super typhoon, winds up to 241 km/h

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Typhoon Sinlaku may reach super typhoon level as it approaches the Mariana Islands.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico begins official visit to Vietnam

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On the afternoon of April 12, 2026, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico arrived in Hanoi, beginning his official visit to Vietnam from April 12-14, 2026.

Hungarian Prime Minister: Just win the election, Russian oil flows back through Druzhba tomorrow

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban declared that the Russian oil pipeline Druzhba will be restored "as early as the next morning" if he wins the election.

Russia announces shooting down 6 smart bombs and 134 Ukrainian UAVs

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Russian air defense forces have shot down 6 smart bombs and 134 fixed-wing drones of Ukraine in the past 24 hours.

Mr. Trump declares the US has more oil than Russia - Saudi combined, series of empty ships are coming to buy

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Mr. Trump declared that the US has more oil than Russia and Saudi Arabia combined, and a series of super ships are heading towards the US coast to buy oil.

Iran issues final warning to US warships in the Strait of Hormuz

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The US warship's public identification signal when passing through the Strait of Hormuz has led to a tough reaction from Iran.

Humans are getting closer to the Moon

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The breakthroughs of space science are bringing humans closer than ever to the Moon, from fantasy dreams to realistic missions, opening up an alien settlement future.

Typhoon Sinlaku changes direction, rapidly intensifies and is threatening the first mainland area

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Typhoon Sinlaku may strengthen to level 4 as it approaches Guam, with a risk of heavy rain, floods and gusts of wind.