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China expands production of new energy vehicles abroad
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Chinese automakers are expanding their operations in many international markets through investment in production and service development.
Russia declares destruction of many heavy weapons of Ukraine in attack on Zaporizhzhia
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Russia said that its forces used Uragan rockets combined with UAVs to attack many Ukrainian military targets in Zaporizhzhia province.
Iran fires warning shots at 6 ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz
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The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Navy (IRGC) warned 6 ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz by routes not authorized by Iranian authorities.
Iran affirms the US is not involved in negotiations on the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran affirms dialogue with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz is bilateral, not related to the US side.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to suspended prison for new crime
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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to suspended imprisonment for violating election law, facing the risk of invalidating the 2022 election results.
The mastermind of the sale of 34 newborns sentenced to 7 years in prison
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The infant trafficking ring under the guise of adoption in Indonesia has been brought to light, some victims have been taken to Singapore to be sold for thousands of USD.
Ukraine is about to receive additional support of about 690 million USD from the IMF
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Ukraine is expected to receive about 690 million USD from the support package of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Russia's gold reserves fall to a 6-year low
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Gold reserves of the Central Bank of Russia continued to decrease in the first half of 2026, to the lowest level since February 2020.
Iran attacks Amazon data center in the Middle East
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Iran said it attacked the Amazon data center in Bahrain after the US airstrike on the Darkhovin nuclear power plant.
Hydropower project tunnel collapses in India, at least 9 people die
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The tunnel collapse at the hydropower project in India may have been caused by an explosion, the specific cause has not yet been determined.
Vietnam makes positive contributions at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting
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The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 59) and related meetings took place in Manila from July 19 to 24. The meeting included about 25 activities, of which the highlight was the opening session and the closed-door meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers officially taking place on the morning of July 21.
Houthi maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, Red Sea and Hormuz along with the crisis
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Saudi Arabia on July 20 condemned the statement of the Houthi forces in Yemen about blockading the sea route with this kingdom.
US imposes new sanctions on Sudan for alleged use of chemical weapons
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The US has just imposed sanctions on the Sudanese government after allegations of using chemical weapons in a conflict with rival paramilitary forces.
Lebanon begins to take over pilot area after agreement with Israel
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The Lebanese army began deploying security takeovers in 3 pilot areas in the south as part of an agreement with Israel.
Mr. Trump signs executive order imposing 50% tariffs on a series of goods from Canada
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US President Donald Trump cited Canada's discrimination against US alcohol, cars and dairy products, imposing additional tariffs effective from August.
New British Prime Minister affirms no change of position with Russia
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New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham affirmed that London will continue to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.
Storms Bertha and Fausto both strengthen, warning of prolonged heavy rain
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Hurricane Bertha formed along the Gulf of Mexico on the evening of July 20, local time. This is storm number 2 of the storm season, expected to cause heavy rain and flooding.
Iran declares missile launch to destroy US HIMARS artillery system in Kuwait
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The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had launched missiles to attack the US Arifjan base in Kuwait, targeting HIMARS launchers.
Oil tanker attacked by strange object off Oman Sea
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The incident is a new follow-up to the previous ship fire in the Strait of Hormuz, as the US and Iran continue to retaliate against each other.
Ukraine fires missiles into Russia's Belgorod region
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While Belgorod suffered missile damage, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced Ukraine's heavy losses across all fronts in the past 24 hours.
