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World oil prices suddenly plummet, Brent drops to near 3-week low
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Brent oil prices fell below $82/barrel for the first time since mid-July, marking one of the strongest declines in weeks.
US reveals possibility of transferring Patriot production technology to Ukraine
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The US confirmed that it is discussing with Ukraine the possibility of transferring technology to produce the Patriot air defense system.
Large explosion of unknown cause in the Strait of Hormuz
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A series of maritime incidents, including a large explosion, off Oman have raised security concerns.
Middle East before a new spiral of conflict
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The conflict between the US and Iran has escaped the scope of the pure confrontation between the US and Iran. It has become a form of "great fire" in the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf region. Arab countries in the Gulf, Yemen, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq and Lebanon have all been affected by the conflict.
President Trump reveals new negotiation schedule with Iran
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President Trump postponed the large-scale attack plan to pursue the agreement, while Iran said it was about to reach a consensus with Oman on the shipping route.
Slovakia calls on EU not to get involved in Ukraine conflict
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Slovak Deputy Parliament Speaker Tibor Gaspar said that the EU should prioritize investment in health, education and economy instead of continuing to increase spending on weapons.
Major storm in India kills 89 people
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The big storm caused hail, strong winds and lightning strikes causing serious damage in India's most populous state during the hot season.
Russia launches large-scale airstrike on Kiev, 1 dead
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A series of Russian missiles and UAVs attacked the Ukrainian capital overnight on May 13, causing casualties and damage to many civilian structures.
Rumors spread that the Israeli Prime Minister once made a secret visit to the UAE
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The Israeli Prime Minister's office said that Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu had secretly visited the UAE during tensions with Iran, but the UAE side denied this information.
US warns of deadline for Iran to reach weapons-grade uranium
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The US Energy Secretary believes that Iran can enrich part of the uranium to weapons level in a few weeks, but still needs more time to weaponize it.
UK affirms support for Ukraine, increases defense commitment to NATO
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King Charles III said the British government will increase defense spending, maintain its commitment to NATO and continue to support Ukraine.
Close-up of welcoming US President Donald Trump to China
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Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed US President Donald Trump with a solemn ceremony at Tiananmen Square in Beijing.
US-China Summit: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping deliver positive opening messages
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President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump delivered the opening speech at the summit on May 14, showing positivity towards bilateral cooperation.
US announces number of ships allowed to pass through Iranian ports in the first month of blockade
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CENTCOM said US forces had diverted 67 merchant ships and sent 15 humanitarian ships through Iranian ports in the first month of blockading Iran.
Russia successfully tests Sarmat super missile, experts say it changes the nuclear balance
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The Russian military successfully tested a heavy intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) using liquid fuel Sarmat on May 12.
Solar power plane crash once set a world record
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Solar Impulse 2 plane crashed in the Gulf of Mexico after many years of being converted into a drone.
Nord Stream destroyed, Russian experts say the US benefits greatly
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The destruction of Nord Stream brings profits to the US, a Russian expert said.
Russia announces downing 66 Ukrainian UAVs in airspace in a short time
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The Russian Ministry of Defense said it shot down 66 fixed-wing UAVs of Ukraine between 2 pm and 9 pm on May 13.
Russia reassures India about oil and gas, warns of risks with another strait besides Hormuz
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Russia will provide full energy to India despite unfair competition from outside.
President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing, China
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on the evening of May 13, beginning a state visit to China.
