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China raises orange alert, stops vital ferry route before 3 consecutive storms
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Storm No. 4 (storm Narra) caused heavy rain and floods in Guangxi, forcing Hainan province, China to temporarily suspend ferry operations across the Quỳnh Châu Strait from August 25.
Nearly 6,000 sailors still trapped in the Gulf region
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Six months after the conflict in the Middle East broke out, maritime activity across the Strait of Hormuz sharply decreased, while thousands of sailors remained stranded in the Gulf.
Russia points out paradox in Europe's stance on Ukraine
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The Russian Ambassador to the United Nations said that European countries have supported Ukraine for many years but now want to show their role as peace promoters.
Saudi Arabia invests 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, France
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France and Saudi Arabia signed an investment agreement of 7 billion USD to build 3 amusement parks near Paris, and expand cooperation in the fields of transportation and logistics.
US threatens to strip countries that do not sanction Iran of access to the USD
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that countries that do not comply with new sanctions against Iran could be removed from the USD system.
Belgium makes efforts to control the largest forest fire in history
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Hundreds of firefighters have been mobilized to respond to a forest fire in the High Fens nature reserve, eastern Belgium.
Russia announces a series of equipment losses from Ukraine after more than 4 years of conflict
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Ukraine has lost 674 aircraft and 284 helicopters since the special military operation began.
Poland accelerates preparations for defense against risk of conflict
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Poland is preparing for the possibility of conflict, although hoping that will never happen.
Russia accuses some EU countries of boarding ships and illegally detaining foreign ships
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The Russian Embassy accused Italy and some EU countries of violating maritime law when inspecting and seizing foreign ships.
Russia declares control of 2 residential areas in Donetsk, Ukraine suffers heavy losses
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Russia announced that its forces controlled 2 more residential areas in Donetsk and caused damage of about 1,445 troops to Ukraine in 24 hours.
Qatar sets key conditions for US-Iran to return to negotiating table
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Qatar said efforts in the region are focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, creating conditions for the US and Iran to resume negotiations.
Serbian weapons may enter Ukraine through unofficial channels
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Russia affirms that Serbia does not supply weapons to Ukraine, but cannot rule out the possibility that weapons are smuggled through the grey market channels.
Humpback whales in New York waters face maritime risks
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The recovery of humpback whales in the New York waters is facing a new conservation challenge as this is an area with bustling maritime activities.
World 24h: Continuous low pressures appear in the East Sea
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Latest world news August 18: Japan will test hypersonic missiles in Australia; 2 consecutive low pressures appear in the East Sea after 2 strong storms...
AI sharply reduces demand for young Korean workers
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The employment of young Koreans has decreased sharply in industries heavily affected by AI, while older workers continue to increase employment.
Tropical depression Nengneng forms, forecast continuous heavy rain
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The low pressure in the east of the Philippines has strengthened into the tropical depression Nengneng, while the low pressure in the East Sea is also forecast to quickly strengthen.
Japan will test hypersonic missiles in Australia
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Japan will conduct hypersonic missile tests and many other types of ammunition on Australian territory.
New maritime route attracts many countries, opening a way to replace the Suez Canal
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India, South Korea, UAE and many Southeast Asian countries are increasingly interested in the Arctic shipping route, in the context that traditional transport routes face many risks.
More than 600 UAVs rushed towards Moscow at night
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More than 600 UAVs are believed to have flown towards Moscow and the surrounding area, in the largest attack aimed at the Russian capital in the past 2 years.
US suspends $1.7 billion border project in Texas National Park
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The $1.7 billion border project at Big Bend National Park in Texas, USA is facing strong opposition from local people and authorities.
