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Gold prices surged sharply, surpassing 4,200 USD/ounce for the first time after nearly 1 month
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World gold prices continued to rise in the trading session on August 5, returning to the 4,200 USD/ounce zone for the first time since the beginning of July.
Saudi Arabian oil tanker attacked in the Red Sea
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Houthi armed forces in Yemen declared an attack on a Saudi Arabian oil tanker, threatening the kingdom's only remaining oil export route.
Russia attacks a series of key logistics warehouses in Ukraine
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Russia announced raids on many logistics centers in Kiev, including facilities believed to serve the production and distribution of UAV components of Ukraine.
Austria records record high temperature, reaching 41 degrees Celsius
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The unusual heat wave accompanied by low rainfall pushed temperatures in Austria to continuously break historical records.
Iran establishes new agency to manage the Strait of Hormuz, passing ships may continue to pay fees
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Iran's highest security agency announced on May 18 the establishment of a new agency to manage the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia - China super gas pipeline becomes the focus of talks
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Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to unlock the super gas pipeline project to China in talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
World 24h: Train driver accused after fatal bus accident in Thailand
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World news May 18: Thailand: Train driver charged after fatal bus accident; 5.2 magnitude strong earthquake in China...
Russia - Belarus hold nuclear weapons exercises
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Belarus and Russia coordinate tactical nuclear weapons deployment exercises amid rising regional security tensions.
South Korea announces policy of peaceful coexistence with North Korea
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South Korea adjusts its approach to Pyongyang, emphasizing dialogue and reducing confrontation on the current Korean peninsula.
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.
