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Russia accelerates military recruitment, nearly 200,000 people join the army under contract
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Russia said nearly 200,000 people joined the armed forces under contract service in the first half of 2026.
Major earthquakes shake Japan in the past 15 years
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The strong earthquake that occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28 once again shows that Japan is still one of the countries most affected by earthquakes in the world.
US bans import of human-shaped robots manufactured abroad
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The administration of US President Donald Trump has added a humanoid robot to the list of products banned from being imported into the US for national security reasons.
1 Vietnamese citizen killed in Japanese earthquake
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1 Vietnamese citizen died and several Vietnamese citizens were injured in the Japanese earthquake, according to data from the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Turkey and Iraq promote cooperation in many fields
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Turkey and Iraq agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation in the fields of security, energy and economy between the two countries.
North Korean President calls for strengthening frontline units
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North Korean President requests modernization of military training and strengthening war deterrence capabilities at the border.
Russia suffers the largest airstrike since the beginning of the year targeting the capital
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Ukrainian UAVs launched a large-scale attack on Moscow (Russia), causing many casualties and civil infrastructure damage.
5.2 magnitude earthquake in China, 3 people missing
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Chinese rescue forces deployed urgently after the earthquake caused many buildings to collapse and thousands of people evacuated.
Nuclear power plant in UAE attacked
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The UAV attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant, UAE, increased tensions amid stalled regional negotiations.
Train driver charged after fatal bus accident
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Thai police have charged the train driver for negligence after the accident in Bangkok.
World 24h: Plan to restore Nord Stream gradually forms
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Latest world news May 17: Investors adjust expectations, gold prices face pressure; Nord Stream restoration plan has appeared in Germany...
Denmark suspends contract with Ukrainian missile company
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Denmark cancels contract with Ukrainian missile manufacturer Fire Point.
North Korea sends women's football team to South Korea to compete
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The North Korean women's football team came to South Korea for the first time in 8 years, attracting great attention from regional public opinion.
Russia announces additional control of Borovaya and Kutkovka areas in Kharkov
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Units of the Western Russia Operations Group have controlled 2 areas Borovaya and Kutkovka in Kharkov province (Ukraine) after military operations.
Iran targets underground front in Hormuz, warns of global impact
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Iran is targeting a new source of power deep beneath the Strait of Hormuz.
Tour guide sets a record for conquering Mount Everest 32 times
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The Nepalese male tour guide continues to break personal records at the world's highest mountain Everest.
US aircraft carrier returns home after 326 days of deployment
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The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford returned to the US on May 16 after 326 days of deployment, the Pentagon said.
WHO puts Ebola epidemic in Africa on emergency status
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WHO warns of a new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda that is spreading to many densely populated areas.
President Trump's pressure strategy faces difficulties amid Iran's toughness
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The prolonged confrontation with Iran is causing President Trump's pressure strategy to encounter many new obstacles.
Iraqi oil tanker appears after crossing Hormuz blockade
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Iraqi oil tanker approaches India after crossing the Strait of Hormuz last week.
