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World on August 16: Colombian leader asks the US to postpone tariffs
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Colombian leader asks the US to postpone tariffs due to earthquake impact, Iran asks Qatar to release pilots, Qatar denies arrests... are noteworthy information.
Russian experts are not surprised if Turkey re-exports US weapons to Ukraine
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The possibility of Turkey transferring US-made weapons to Ukraine will not be surprising.
Typhoon Lala strengthens into a super typhoon, forecast rain of up to 630mm
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Category 1 hurricane Lala is moving off the coast of Hawaii, USA, becoming the strongest storm to hit Hawaii since 1992.
Sleepless night at the airport
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The flight from Urumqi to Hong Kong (China) airport was delayed by 30 minutes, so passengers connecting to Hanoi could not catch the next flight - the last flight of the day.
US recalls nearly 19 million eggs due to suspected bacterial contamination
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The US Food and Drug Administration raised the warning level for the recall of nearly 19 million eggs due to the risk of salmonella infection.
Thailand has another deadly shooting, former MP surrenders
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A shooting occurred at the office building of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Office, Thailand at about 11 am on August 10.
US plans to lift blockades of Iranian ports
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The US will act as soon as it reaches an agreement to restore unobstructed maritime operations through the Strait of Hormuz.
Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China for the 2nd time, risk of flooding increases in many areas
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Typhoon Dolphin, after making landfall in Zhejiang (China) twice, is moving inland, causing heavy rain in more than 10 areas.
Russia - Syria convert Hmeimim and Tartus bases, major change in military presence
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On August 9, Syria said it had reached an agreement with Russia on the fate of 2 Russian bases in the country.
Forecast of the direction of storm Peilou which has just strengthened
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Tropical storm Peilou has just strengthened from a low pressure area offshore, is moving in a east-southeast direction at a speed of 35km/h and is continuing to be monitored.
Russia reacts to allegations related to forest fires in France
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The Permanent Representative of Russia to Vienna criticized French officials for accusing Russia of being involved in wildfires in this country.
The number of victims in Ukraine's midnight airstrike increases to 6 people
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The death toll in Ukraine's attack on Belgorod (Russia) on the night of August 8 has risen to 6 people.
Global ocean temperature rises to a record high
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Scientists recorded unprecedented high sea surface temperatures in July, when harsh heat devastated Western Europe.
Iran reveals rare meeting between President and Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian recently met with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, the Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader informed.
Turkish ship owner prepares to sue Ukraine after attack in Black Sea
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The owner of the Turkish cargo ship attacked by a UAV in the Black Sea, killing 1 sailor, is preparing to sue Ukraine in international court.
Russia rejects possibility of freezing Ukraine conflict
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Russia affirmed that it does not accept the option of "freezing" the Ukrainian conflict, saying that it is necessary to address the root causes of the crisis.
US F-16 fighter jets intercept a series of aircraft near Trump's golf course
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US F-16 fighters intercepted many aircraft violating the temporary flight restriction order in the area near the golf course where President Donald Trump was on a weekend vacation.
Turning Vietnam - Australia comprehensive strategic cooperation into concrete results
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On August 9, General Secretary and President To Lam and the high-level Vietnamese delegation began a state visit to Australia and New Zealand from August 9-14.
Iran reveals health status of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
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Iranian sources said Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is still in good health and has limited public appearances for security reasons.
World on August 10th: President Trump says partial negotiations with Iran
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Mr. Trump reveals approach to Iran, Russia - Syria reach agreement on Tartus port, Israel airstrikes southern Lebanon... are noteworthy world news.
