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World on August 8: US Senate passes bill to strengthen sanctions against Russia and Iran
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US Senate passes bill to sanction Russia and Iran; Cargo ship catches fire after attack near the Strait of Hormuz... are noteworthy news.
The world's largest hydropower project in China announces new achievements
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The middle line of China's South-North Water Transfer Project provides more than 80 billion m3 of water as of August 7.
German economy faces double problem
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Germany's economic outlook is currently heavily dependent on energy prices, the developments of conflicts in the Middle East, and the heatwave.
China raises emergency response level for Typhoon Dolphin
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Coastal provinces in eastern China are urgently deploying a series of response measures as Typhoon Dolphin is forecast to make landfall by the end of the week.
Suspect shot dead grandparents before shooting at school in Thailand
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Thai police said the suspect killed his grandparents before causing the horrific shooting at the school.
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.
Former CIA official falsely declared his background for nearly 20 years, hiding 300 gold bars at home
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A former senior CIA official, who holds a top-secret security license, is accused of secretly hiding millions of USD worth of gold at his home.
Forecast of the affected area of Typhoon Jangmi
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Typhoon Jangmi has slowed down but is still maintaining its intensity and is forecast to have little chance of making landfall in the Philippines.
US launches new airstrike on Iran
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US launches new airstrike on Iran on the morning of May 28, Vietnam time.
World 24h: Forecast of the path of a new storm near the Philippines
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Latest world news May 27: The truth about the 12 billion USD to exchange for peace in Iran; Typhoon Jangmi formed near the Philippines, forecast for the path in the next few days...
The truth about the 12 billion USD to exchange for Iranian peace
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Faced with the truth of rumors that Iran is proposed to receive 12 billion USD to complete the peace agreement, Qatar officially spoke out.
Russia allows bank to shoot down UAV, warning of strong attack on Kiev
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Russia has passed a law allowing central banks and other financial institutions to defend themselves against drone attacks.
Israel declares it has killed the new armed leader of Hamas in Gaza
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The Gaza war continues to escalate as Israel expands its military campaign and announces the downing of another Hamas commander.
Hong Kong (China) becomes the leading cross-border asset trading center
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Wealthy capital flows from China and the IPO wave have helped Hong Kong (China) surpass Switzerland on the global financial map.
NASA starts building base on the Moon, Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk's company joins
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NASA announced plans to build a base on the Moon with landing ships, rovers and drones as top priorities.
Ukraine's major ally unexpectedly absent from anti-Russian statement
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The US unexpectedly absented from the anti-Russian statement issued by Ukraine at the United Nations.
