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22 people killed in serious traffic accident in Niger

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At least 22 people have died in a serious traffic accident that occurred on the Maradi - Madaoua route, western Niger.

Syria sentences former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia

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A Syrian court on August 11 sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia.

China activates emergency mechanism to respond to Dolphin storm in Beijing

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Chinese authorities raise flood response levels to the highest level in many districts of Beijing.

Iran reveals new regulations for ships passing through Hormuz, possibly with special preferences for some countries

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Iran said the new law on the management of the Ormuz Strait does not specifically name any country, but incentives for Russia may be negotiated separately.

Russia airstrikes Ukrainian UAV control center

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Russia said that Aerospace Forces had airstrikes on Ukrainian UAV gathering points and control centers in Donetsk, Kharkov and Sumy.

Hot weather causes many European countries to close schools

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The heat wave is raging throughout Europe, causing casualties and forcing many countries to take urgent measures.

US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland

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The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland concluded with a roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days.

Tensions between Poland and Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk makes efforts to cool down

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the conflict between Polish and Ukrainian politicians is a "strategic mistake" that harms both sides.

Typhoon Mekkhala is on track to reach its maximum

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Typhoon Mekkhala (Philippines name Francisco) has become a strong typhoon since the afternoon of June 21st and is forecast to reach its maximum on June 23rd.

Ukraine loses 3 Starlink transceiver stations in eastern region

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In the past 24 hours, Russia has destroyed 42 fixed-wing drones and 3 Starlink satellite receiving and transmitting stations of the Ukrainian army.

Super El Nino reappears after a decade, global economic damage could be enormous

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El Nino appears at a particularly sensitive time, with the probability of El Nino developing into super El Nino before 2027 reaching 63%.

World 24h: Forecast of when typhoon Mekkhala will reach its maximum intensity

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Latest world news 21.6: Gold price lost more than 220 USD in just a few days, the big wave has not ended; Storm Mekkhala intensifies...

New low pressure forms as Typhoon Mekkhala prepares to reach maximum

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A new low pressure area is forming in the western Pacific basin as Typhoon Mekkhala is strengthening and approaching the Philippines.

King Charles will announce personal tax bills

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The British Royal Family continues to reform financial transparency after a series of scandals related to former Prince Andrew.

US rejects Iran's statement on closing the Strait of Hormuz

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The US delegation affirmed that the force will ensure continued maritime trade activities.

Typhoon Mekkhala intensifies, forecast to reach peak

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Typhoon Mekkhala entered the Philippine forecast area from the night of June 20 and was given the local name Francisco.

Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, Trump threatens tariffs at the strait

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Iran declares the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that negotiations with the US are unlikely to yield results if the fighting has not ended.

Ukraine cannot join the EU while there is a conflict

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that Ukraine cannot join the European Union (EU) as the country is still in a state of conflict.

Russia controls 94 more buildings, eliminating 95 Ukrainian soldiers in Konstantinovka

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Russia on June 20 said that forces of the Southern Operations Group have controlled 94 more buildings in Konstantinovka in the past 24 hours.

World 24h: Wall Street expert's forecast on gold prices

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World news 20.6: Hormuz Strait still has 80 mines, ships must go close to Oman's shores; Wall Street expert's forecast on gold prices...