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Houthi maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, Red Sea and Hormuz along with the crisis
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Saudi Arabia on July 20 condemned the statement of the Houthi forces in Yemen about blockading the sea route with this kingdom.
US imposes new sanctions on Sudan for alleged use of chemical weapons
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The US has just imposed sanctions on the Sudanese government after allegations of using chemical weapons in a conflict with rival paramilitary forces.
Lebanon begins to take over pilot area after agreement with Israel
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The Lebanese army began deploying security takeovers in 3 pilot areas in the south as part of an agreement with Israel.
Mr. Trump signs executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a series of goods from Canada
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US President Donald Trump cited Canada's discrimination against US alcohol, cars and dairy products, imposing additional tariffs effective from August.
New British Prime Minister affirms no change of position with Russia
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New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham affirmed that London will continue to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.
President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing, China
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on the evening of May 13, beginning a state visit to China.
US wants to restore Nord Stream, buy cheap from Europe to control gas prices
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The US plans to restore Nord Stream and buy this gas pipeline from European companies at a cheap price to then decide the gas price themselves.
Shooting in the Philippine Senate
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Shooting occurred in the Philippine Senate, people were asked to find shelter.
Chinese super oil tanker carrying 2 million barrels tries to cross the Strait of Hormuz
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A Chinese super oil tanker is moving out of the Persian Gulf, in an effort to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
World 24h: Forecast of the risk of super El Nino reappearing
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World news May 13: Russia sharply lowers economic growth forecast and keeps oil prices low; Forecast of the risk of super El Nino reappearing ...
Russia announces demobilization of more than 875 Ukrainian soldiers within 24 hours
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The Russian Ministry of Defense said on May 13 that Ukrainian forces had lost about 875 soldiers in the past 24 hours in the special military operation area.
Iran redefines the Strait of Hormuz, control scope increases nearly 10 times
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Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a "large combat area", with a much broader scope than before the conflict broke out.
President Trump affirms priority in preventing Iran from possessing nuclear weapons
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President Trump affirmed that the top priority now is to prevent Iran from possessing nuclear weapons despite economic pressure in the US.
US withdraws troops from Germany, NATO's eastern flank competes for more troops
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At least 5 NATO countries on the eastern flank of Europe are seeking to attract US troops to station on their territory.
Qatar takes unusual measures against LNG ships amid Hormuz crisis
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Qatar requested liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers near the country's main export center to turn off positioning signal transmitters.
US President thinks China doesn't need support to end Iran conflict
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Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate as the US and Iran have not made progress in peace negotiations.
Rumors spread that Iran was secretly attacked by Saudi Arabia
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Some sources revealed that the Middle East conflict has drawn Saudi Arabia into a direct military confrontation with Iran.
Super El Nino once killed more than 50 million people, the world faces new danger
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Super El Nino once killed more than 50 million people in 1877. This climate phenomenon is predicted to return this year.
Russia sharply lowers economic growth forecast and keeps oil prices low
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Russia spoke out on May 12 after the government lowered its economic growth forecast and affirmed that it had implemented necessary measures to ensure economic stability.
Mexico rejects report on CIA anti-drug gang campaign
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Mexico opposes allegations of CIA secret operations, emphasizing that it does not accept unilateral interference from abroad.
