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Forest fires spread across Europe, more than 500,000 hectares burned down
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Record heat across Europe has caused fierce wildfires, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate.
Russia establishes a springboard in the southeastern suburbs of Dobropolye
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The new direction of attack in Donetsk is accelerating, reflecting efforts to expand Russia's control around a key hub.
Hundreds of houses collapse due to Typhoon Saudel, Fujian urgently overcomes the consequences
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Fujian (China) is urgently overcoming the consequences of Typhoon Saudel's circulation, many residential areas have been deeply flooded and more than 100 houses have collapsed.
Russia attacks Kiev airport ahead of US special envoy's trip
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Russia has attacked Kiev airports amid US special envoys preparing to go to the region to discuss plans to end the conflict that has lasted for more than 4 years.
World 24h: Unexpected forecast for gold prices next week
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Latest world news 5.9: Forecast of storms and monsoons operating rapidly near the East Sea; Experts forecast gold prices for next week...
Blue Stream pipeline connecting Russia - Turkey attacked by UAV
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Gazprom announced that the Blue Stream gas pipeline connecting Russia and Turkey was attacked, according to TASS news agency.
Record number of bankruptcies in Japan in more than a decade
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Japan recorded more than 5,300 businesses going bankrupt in the first half of 2026 - the highest level in 12 years.
Hungary declares no arms, no troops to Ukraine
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Hungary affirmed that it will continue to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine but will not provide weapons or send troops to participate in the conflict.
Mr. Trump orders trade cut off with Spain
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US President Donald Trump said on July 8 that he would cut trade activities with Spain.
Close-up of US attack targeting Iran
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The US Central Command announced on July 8 a new air strike against Iran after three merchant ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Mr. Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over
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US President Donald Trump affirmed that the ceasefire agreement with Tehran has ended amid escalating tensions.
China speaks out about missile test from nuclear submarine
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China has notified relevant countries about the strategic missile launch from a nuclear submarine.
Vietnam supports Venezuela with 300,000 USD to overcome the consequences of double earthquakes
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Vietnam provides emergency humanitarian aid of 300,000 USD to help the Government and people of Venezuela overcome the consequences of natural disasters.
World oil prices rise sharply after US attack on Iran
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Middle East tensions flare up again pushing world oil prices to a two-week high.
Russia still increases gas production, EU supply unexpectedly increases
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In the first 5 months of 2026, Russian gas production increased by more than 4%, equivalent to about 13 billion m3 compared to the same period last year.
Super typhoon Ba Vi returns to level 5, giant wind area extends 1,300km
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Super typhoon Ba Vi (Bavi) is returning to Category 5 intensity on the US scale, with the eye of the typhoon becoming increasingly sharp.
South Korea announces 100 million USD aid package for Ukraine, affirming no arms supply
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South Korea will provide an additional 100 million USD in aid to Ukraine but affirmed that the aid package only serves humanitarian purposes and does not include weapons.
President Trump again declares the US should control Greenland
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US President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies, while reaffirming that the US should control Greenland.
Cargo plane missing at sea, Pakistan launches search operation
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The cargo Boeing 737 had a navigation system malfunction before disappearing from radar with five crew members.
Russia declares control of Petro-Ivanovka settlement in Kharkov
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The Russian Ministry of Defense said on July 7 that units of the Russian Northern Task Force had taken control of the Petro-Ivanovka settlement in the Kharkov region.
