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Many European countries are significantly dependent on Russian gas
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Although the EU is promoting a plan to end Russian gas imports before 2027, many member countries are still significantly dependent on energy from Moscow.
EU launches aid package of over 32 billion USD for Ukraine, focusing on combat drones
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The EU said it will provide more than 32 billion USD in aid to Ukraine in 2026, while bringing Kiev deeper into European drone and defense projects.
Israel attacks Tyre after declaring war zone in southern Lebanon
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The Israeli military said it has launched new airstrikes targeting Hezbollah's infrastructure around the city of Tyre in southern Lebanon.
Vietnam - Thailand: Higher level, more effective, deeper cooperation
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On May 27, General Secretary and President To Lam and his wife, along with the high-level Vietnamese delegation, began an official visit to Thailand. Immediately after landing at Udon Thani International Airport, General Secretary and President To Lam and his wife, along with the high-level Vietnamese delegation, came to offer incense to commemorate President Ho Chi Minh at the Ho Chi Minh Presidential Relic Site; and met with the Vietnamese community in Thailand.
World oil prices recover after news of US attacks
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World oil prices fluctuate as US-Iran tensions continue to cast a shadow over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
World 24h: Reasons for gold price reversal and rebound
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Latest world news May 21: Gold prices reverse and rebound; Russia reveals possibility of Mr. Putin meeting Mr. Trump in China...
Russia sets conditions for Ukraine conflict to end soon
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Russia believes that the conflict in Ukraine could soon end if the West stops providing financial and military support to Kiev.
US increases military ship presence in the Middle East
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The US is deploying more modern destroyers to the Middle East, including warships equipped with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) laser systems.
New low pressure appears near the Philippines, forecasting more consecutive low pressure formation
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New low pressure appears in the forecast area of the Philippines but is unlikely to strengthen into a storm in the next 24 hours.
US military balloon falls in Mexico
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The incident of a US reconnaissance balloon crashing on the US-Mexico border has raised attention to military surveillance activities in the region.
UK announces $5 billion Gulf trade deal
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Britain promotes economic relations with Gulf countries amid the region continuing to be affected by the Iranian conflict.
Thailand updates health status of Princess Bajrakitiyabha
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Doctors are trying to stabilize the heart rate of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha, 47 years old, who has been in a coma since 2022.
Many parties are profiting from Iran's nuclear threat
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The Russian Deputy Foreign Minister said that many parties are profiting from the non-existent threat of Iran's nuclear weapons.
Russia reveals possibility of Putin meeting Trump in China
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump may meet on the sidelines of the APEC summit in China in November.
US blocks Iranian-flagged oil tanker, forced to change direction amidst tensions in the Strait of Hormuz
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US Marine Corps intercepts and redirects an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker suspected of evading US Navy blockade orders.
Mr. Trump declares readiness to wait for a decision on a peace agreement from Iran
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Mr. Trump left open the possibility of waiting a few more days to receive a "correct answer" about the peace agreement from Iran.
Russia shows off strength in nuclear exercise
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The Russian Ministry of Defense on May 20 announced images of mobile missile launchers participating in a large-scale nuclear exercise in coordination with Belarus.
Russia reacts to NATO's call to attack Kaliningrad
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Russia rejects recent statements by Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys calling on NATO to launch an attack on Kaliningrad.
World 24h: Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD
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World news May 20: NATO has no plans for missions in the Strait of Hormuz; Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD...
Russia announces details of forces participating in nuclear exercises
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Russia and Belarus strengthen military coordination amid rising security tensions in Europe.
