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18th BRICS Summit adopts New Delhi 2026 joint statement
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The 18th BRICS Summit adopted the New Delhi Declaration, giving a position on reforming global economic governance and addressing geopolitical hotspots.
Russia flatly rejects Zelensky's proposal to meet with President Putin
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Mr. Zelensky proposed meeting Mr. Putin at the G20 and was confident about Ukraine's position at the negotiating table, while Russia immediately rejected it.
Houthi continues airstrikes on Saudi Arabian base
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The Yemeni civil war broke out again, leading to a new wave of displacement and pushing the Gulf into an uncontrollable confrontation when Houthi airstrikes Saudi Arabia.
Death toll in Philippine ferry fire rises to 76
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The Philippines found 41 more bodies from a burnt ferry off the coast of Palawan province, bringing the total death toll to 76 and 13 missing.
World on September 13th: Iran sets 7 conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran sets 7 conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine updates negotiations, Iraq opens joint investigation with Iran on UAVs,... are noteworthy international news.
India sells a series of jointly developed missiles with Russia to Indonesia
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India will supply BrahMos missiles and Astra missiles to Indonesia.
Super typhoon Ba Vi hits US island, thousands of people may lose power for up to 3 months
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Rota Island suffered the heaviest damage when Super Typhoon Ba Vi swept through, people lined up waiting for clean water amidst the suffocating heat.
Human-shaped robot explodes in China, expected output exceeds 100,000 units
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China is expected to produce more than 100,000 humanoid robots in 2026, reflecting the rapid development of the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics industries.
New Zealand activates strategic diesel oil depot worth over $12 million
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New Zealand puts into operation a reserve of about 93 million liters of diesel oil to respond to the risk of global supply disruptions.
Moscow faces the largest UAV attack in 2 years
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Moscow suffered the largest drone strike (UAV) in 2 years, with more than 430 aircraft launched into the capital area in just one night.
Large explosion near hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron stayed in Syria
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Two large explosions occurred in central Damascus, Syria on July 7 near where French President Emmanuel Macron stayed.
Close-up of Chinese floods after dam breach in Guangxi
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China on July 7 allocated 150,000 relief supplies to the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, deploying flood recovery efforts due to heavy rain.
Poland publicly announces the transfer of Patriot missiles to Ukraine, total aid reaches 4.5 billion USD
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Poland said it has transferred about 4.5 billion USD worth of weapons and military equipment to Ukraine since the conflict broke out in 2022.
NATO reconnaissance aircraft increase in appearance in the Baltic region
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A NATO reconnaissance aircraft has just flown over the Baltic region, in the context of the alliance preparing to hold a summit.
NATO announces weapons contract worth tens of billions of USD, commits to aid Ukraine 80 billion USD/year
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NATO member countries will announce new arms procurement contracts worth tens of billions of USD at a summit in Ankara, Turkey.
LNG tanker attacked in Oman Bay
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The drone attack caused a fire in the engine room of a LNG tanker, seriously threatening maritime safety in the Gulf of Oman.
Super typhoon Ba Vi maintains intensity for 78 consecutive hours, heading towards the next landfall area
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Super typhoon Ba Vi is forecast to pass through northeastern Taiwan (China) and then make landfall in eastern China.
124 individuals of the Vietnamese delegation awarded the Medal "Hero of Venezuela
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The Venezuelan government awarded the "Hero of Venezuela" medal to the Vietnamese delegation participating in overcoming the consequences of the earthquake in the South American country.
Hot weather in the US kills dozens
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The historic heatwave coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States has caused dozens of deaths and many events to be canceled.
Nord Stream AG loses lawsuit against insurance companies over gas pipeline explosion
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The lawsuit was filed by Nord Stream AG in February 2024 against insurance companies Lloyd's of London and Arch Insurance.
