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New maritime route attracts many countries, opening a way to replace the Suez Canal

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India, South Korea, UAE and many Southeast Asian countries are increasingly interested in the Arctic shipping route, in the context that traditional transport routes face many risks.

More than 600 UAVs rushed towards Moscow at night

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More than 600 UAVs are believed to have flown towards Moscow and the surrounding area, in the largest attack aimed at the Russian capital in the past 2 years.

US suspends $1.7 billion border project in Texas National Park

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The $1.7 billion border project at Big Bend National Park in Texas, USA is facing strong opposition from local people and authorities.

Ukrainian UAV attacks oil tanker in Black Sea

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Kazakhstan's main oil export route through Russian ports is targeted by Ukrainian UAVs, adding risks to global energy supplies.

Israel will not withdraw troops from Gaza

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A tough stance was put forward by Israel immediately after a high-level contact with the US, closing the possibility of concessions on force deployment.

World 24h: Dolphin storm makes landfall in China for the 2nd time, causing heavy rain

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Latest world news August 10th: Gold prices maintain upward momentum, expectations of Fed to cut interest rates to boost precious metals; Dolphin storm makes landfall in China for the 2nd time...

Russia intercepts hundreds of Ukrainian UAVs

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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the country's air defense forces intercepted and shot down 456 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in just 1 night.

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.