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Finland passes bill supporting complete abolition of nuclear weapons ban
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Finnish lawmakers voted 125 to 61 on June 17, local time, to lift the ban on nuclear weapons.
IEA forecasts large global oil surplus in 2027
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) believes that the oil market may have significant oversupply in the coming year.
US reveals remarkable concessions on Iran's uranium
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The US announced the full text of the agreement with Iran, which includes many noteworthy clauses on the nuclear program, frozen assets and operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
US and Iran sign peace agreement sooner than expected
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The US and Iran have remotely signed a memorandum of understanding on ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement is now in effect.
Ukraine loses more than 21,000 soldiers in the first half of June
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According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the Ukrainian army lost about 21,405 soldiers in the special military operation area in the first half of June.
Trump declares the US controls Hormuz
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Mr. Trump declared that the US has controlled the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran accepts most of the US claims, and will transport 20 oil tankers.
US surges troop numbers in the Middle East to 50,000, ready for ground combat in Iran
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The addition of 2,500 marines and 2,500 sailors raises the number of US troops in the Middle East to 10,000 people higher than usual.
New situation urges EU - Australia to reach the finish line
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After nearly 10 years of negotiations, the European Union (EU) and Australia have reached the necessary consensus on a bilateral free trade agreement. The two sides also agreed on a cooperation agreement in the fields of military, defense and security.
North Korea and China resume direct flights between the two capitals
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The Beijing - Pyongyang flight resumed after a long interruption, reflecting signs of North Korea's gradual opening up.
Israeli Prime Minister orders expanding military operations in Lebanon
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Israel intensifies operations in southern Lebanon to counter missile attacks from Hezbollah.
Iran accuses US of preparing to launch ground attacks as Pakistan prepares for peace talks
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Pakistan announced its readiness to hold US-Iran peace talks in the next few days, amid Tehran's accusations that Washington is preparing a ground attack scenario.
US unexpectedly allows ships carrying 650,000 barrels of Russian oil into Cuba amid sanctions
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A Russian oil tanker suddenly entered Cuban waters while the US maintained energy blockade of this island nation.
Russia signals to the US: Either ease sanctions, or deplete fertilizer
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A leading economist has just warned that Russia has sent strong signals to the US and the West after suspending the issuance of fertilizer export licenses.
Japan strengthens Pacific regional defense
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Japan establishes Pacific defense planning office, amid increasingly complex regional security.
April weather forecast hot up to 40 degrees Celsius as thermal arch moves
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As April is approaching, weather forecast models show thermal vents moving, causing heat waves to increase in many places, including Vietnam.
Iran turns Hormuz into a new financial weapon, potentially earning billions of USD
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Iran is making a new request to end the conflict, related to the Strait of Hormuz, which could bring billions of USD to the country.
World 24h: Russia successfully tests attack tactics using "troop" UAVs
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World News 29. 3: US sends more troops to the Middle East, Houthi participates in conflict; Russia successfully tests attack tactics with "troop" UAVs...
Russia announces elimination of 1,140 Ukrainian soldiers in just 1 day
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Ukrainian forces were eliminated from combat by Russia with about 1,140 soldiers on the entire fighting line in just 24 hours.
Ukraine closes billion-dollar contract, expands influence in the Gulf region
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In the context of increasing UAVs in the Gulf region, Ukraine is taking advantage of wartime experience to sign defense contracts worth billions of USD with the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline runs at full capacity
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Without going through Hormuz, Saudi Arabia's key East-West oil pipeline runs at full capacity, transporting 7 million barrels of oil/day.
