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Iran fires warning shots at 6 ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz

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The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Navy (IRGC) warned 6 ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz by routes not authorized by Iranian authorities.

Iran affirms the US is not involved in negotiations on the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran affirms dialogue with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz is bilateral, not related to the US side.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to suspended prison for new crime

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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to suspended imprisonment for violating election law, facing the risk of invalidating the 2022 election results.

Russia reveals laser shield that shot down nearly 60 UAVs in just one month

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Russia said that the production of anti-aircraft missiles this year has increased many times compared to last year, and continues to expand the development of anti-UAV laser systems.

World oil prices fall sharply amid expectations of cooling Middle East tensions

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World oil prices simultaneously fell sharply in the first trading session of the week, with Brent oil at one point losing more than 7% and falling below the 90 USD/barrel mark.

Vietnam promotes ASEAN cooperation for peace and stability

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At the invitation of Philippine Foreign Minister Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, ASEAN Chairwoman 2026, Politburo Member, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung attended the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-59) and related conferences, along with activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation in Southeast Asia in Manila, Philippines, from July 22-24, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed.

10% tax is about to expire, the US signals the deployment of a new tax wave

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The new tariffs proposed by President Trump's administration may replace the temporary 10% global tariff.

Russia declares strategic high point control, Ukrainian army withdraws from Zakharovka

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The Ukrainian army has begun to withdraw from some front positions in Zakharovka after Russia seized control of strategic highpoints in the region.

Latest forecast of storm Bertha's path, risk of heavy rain and rough seas

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Hurricane Bertha is accelerating towards the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico, forcing many coastal states in the US to issue warnings of heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas.

Russia puts new Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian army on wanted list

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Russia puts new Ukrainian Army Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi on the wanted list.

US needs more tens of billions of USD to continue conflict with Iran

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The US Secretary of War proposed nearly double the current budget to continue the campaign, facing strong criticism from Democratic senators.

President Trump issues new warning to Iran

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US President Donald Trump continues to warn Iran after retaliatory attacks escalated recently.

US to launch nuclear spacecraft to Mars

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The US plans to invest about 2.1 billion USD to build a nuclear reactor spacecraft and send helicopters to Mars.

US postpones disbursement of $400 million military aid package for Ukraine

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The 400 million USD military aid package for Ukraine will not be transferred under the current US administration, according to revelations from the US Senate.

Iran warns of consequences if Britain joins the US in the Middle East

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Iran declares it will consider British interests in the Middle East as military targets if London joins the US campaign against Iran.

President Zelensky dismisses Ukrainian Army Commander Syrsky

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on July 21 announced the dismissal of Army Commander Oleksandr Syrsky.

Low pressure area about to enter the East Sea, may strengthen thanks to favorable environment

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The low pressure area near the Philippines, which is forecast to enter the East Sea and may strengthen into a storm, has a favorable environment to strengthen.

Abu Dhabi launches $6.2 billion gas project amid crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

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Abu Dhabi approved a 6.2 billion USD gas project to increase domestic supply and expand LNG exports, amidst the ongoing instability of the Hormuz transport route.

Ukrainian UAV crashes into apartment building in central Russia

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A Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed into an apartment building in Vladimir, causing a fire, forcing authorities to evacuate residents.

Depression forecast to become a storm in the East Sea is rapidly strengthening

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The low pressure near the Philippines 07d is assessed to be highly likely to strengthen in the next 24 hours.