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Southeast Asia faces heat and drought as El Nino intensifies
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Southeast Asia may face the risk of heat, drought and smog as the El Nino phenomenon becomes stronger in the near future.
President Putin: Russia holds half of the world's diamond reserves
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Alrosa Group holds about 50% of the world's total diamond reserves.
Turkey opposes Zelensky's statement about civilian ships in the Black Sea
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Turkey protested against attacks targeting civilian ships in the Black Sea, and called for de-escalation of tensions in the region.
Qatar informs Russia of progress in US-Iran negotiations on the Hormuz Strait
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Qatar said it is maintaining contact with Russia to update the negotiation process between the US and Iran.
China warns of stronger storms in August
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Typhoons making landfall in China in August are forecast to tend to be stronger due to the impact of El Nino.
Earthquake collapses 13 buildings in China
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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Liuzhou city, China, causing 13 buildings to collapse and thousands of people to evacuate.
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.
