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World 21. 8: US approves proposal to sell 4.5 billion USD refueling aircraft to Qatar
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US approves $4.5 billion oil tanker sale to Qatar; 7.2 magnitude strong earthquake shakes southern Peru;... are prominent world news on the morning of August 21.
Honduras warns of drought with 80% of territory due to El Nino
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Widespread drought has caused reservoir water levels to decrease, crop failures and livestock deaths in many areas of Honduras.
Russia controls Matyashevo in Donetsk, opening the way to the Dobropolye area
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The Matyashevo logistics line once again became a decisive factor in the conflict situation on Russia's key offensive direction in Donetsk.
Philippines wishes to strengthen practical and effective cooperation with Vietnam
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General Secretary and President To Lam receives the high-level delegation of the National Security Council of the Philippines visiting and working in Vietnam.
Mr. Putin points out the advantage that helps Russia lead the nuclear power market
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Mr. Putin said that comprehensive capacity in the nuclear field is an advantage that helps Russia lead the market for building nuclear power plants abroad.
US Apache helicopter crashes near the Strait of Hormuz
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President Donald Trump confirms information that a US military helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz.
Germany and France cancel joint fighter jet project
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Prolonged disagreements between German and French defense corporations have caused one of Europe's most ambitious military programs to collapse.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declares end to conflict
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The statement from the Israeli Prime Minister was made amid US calls for the parties to maintain a ceasefire.
Nuclear weapons return to the center of global geopolitical competition
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Countries possessing nuclear weapons are taking more warheads out of storage and installing them on launch systems.
Russia continues to control new settlements in Donetsk
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Units of the Russian Southern Operations Group have seized control of the Khimik settlement in Donetsk in the past 24 hours.
Iran announces list of retaliatory targets, targeting US and Israeli oil and gas facilities
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Iran warned it would target US and Israeli oil and gas facilities in the Middle East if its energy infrastructure continued to be attacked.
President Trump outlines two scenarios if the agreement with Iran collapses
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US President Donald Trump said he is ready to consider strong measures against Iran if the negotiation process with Tehran does not yield results.
World 24h: Russia warns Germany to buy high-priced energy because of refusing Nord Stream
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Latest world news 8.6: Russia cannot explain Germany's decision to refuse Nord Stream; Not optimistic forecast about gold prices in the short term...
EU takes new action with oil tanker suspected of belonging to the shadow fleet
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The EU allows the navy to participate in the IRINI operation to inspect and arrest ships suspected of transporting Russian oil in the Mediterranean.
North Korea rolls out red carpet, fires 21 rounds of cannons to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping
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Crowds holding flags and fresh flowers stand along streets in the capital Pyongyang, North Korea to welcome the Chinese leader.
Japan closes 94 schools after black bear incident in residential area
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A black bear suddenly appeared in a residential area, causing the Japanese government to close 94 schools and issue an emergency warning to residents.
Hong Kong (China): Human-shaped robot will sell goods on the coast
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Hong Kong (China) promotes the application of artificial intelligence in life, while raising public awareness about new technologies.
South Korean President emphasizes North Korea's denuclearization goal
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South Korean President warns nuclear race could turn Northeast Asia into a dangerous hotspot.
European leaders support Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks
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Britain, France and Germany affirmed that Europe needs to actively participate in peace negotiation efforts.
Not depriving but increasing pressure
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The US House of Representatives' resolution requiring President Donald Trump to end the conflict with Iran does not have the legal effect to force him to act. However, this move still creates significant political pressure on Mr. Trump, while putting House Speaker Mike Johnson - who is considered a close ally of the President in Congress - in a difficult position.
