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Turkish Foreign Minister: 3-party defense agreement not aimed at Iran
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The Turkish Foreign Minister affirmed that the 3-party defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is not aimed at Iran.
Ukraine is still far from its Patriot self-production target
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The Ukrainian President said that the country needs at least 12 months to start producing the Patriot air defense system, even if it is licensed by the US.
Yemen launches military campaign against Houthi on many fronts
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The Yemeni government army has launched a military campaign against Houthi on many fronts, amid increasing fighting between the two sides in recent days.
Pentagon pours hundreds of millions of USD into the world's first scandium mine
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The Pentagon announced a conditional loan commitment of 400 million USD to Sunrise Energy Metals to develop the world's first primary scandium mine.
Hamas ready to implement peace plan in Gaza
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The Islamic movement Hamas declared its readiness to implement the peace plan in Gaza if Israel accepts and implements the contents of the agreement.
Russia reacts to NATO's call to attack Kaliningrad
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Russia rejects recent statements by Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys calling on NATO to launch an attack on Kaliningrad.
World 24h: Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD
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World news May 20: NATO has no plans for missions in the Strait of Hormuz; Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD...
Russia announces details of forces participating in nuclear exercises
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Russia and Belarus strengthen military coordination amid rising security tensions in Europe.
Many countries react to Israel blocking Gaza aid ship
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Israel's blockade of aid trains to the Gaza Strip is attracting international public attention.
US issues ultimatum, puts Iran in two choices
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US Vice President JD Vance said that Iran must commit not to possess nuclear weapons, otherwise Washington may resume military operations.
US allies in the Middle East surprised by Iran attack plan
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Some Gulf countries only learned about the US plan to attack Iran after President Donald Trump announced the decision to postpone this attack.
Russia raises its position on Iran's nuclear program
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Russia said that Iran's new leadership still maintains its commitment not to possess nuclear weapons, arguing that Tehran has the right to develop nuclear weapons for peaceful purposes.
Vietnam implements citizen protection with Tieu Nguyen Bao Ngoc
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On May 20, the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel announced the deployment of citizen protection related to the train to Gaza.
Another Chinese super ship carrying 4 million barrels of oil leaves Hormuz
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Two Chinese super oil tankers, carrying 4 million barrels of crude oil, left the Strait of Hormuz on May 20 after waiting in the Persian Gulf for more than 2 months.
Russia warns of consequences for any nuclear test country
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said Moscow will have a corresponding response if any country conducts nuclear tests.
Russian ruble unexpectedly surpasses USD, becoming the currency with the strongest increase in the world
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The Russian ruble has increased by about 12% against the USD since the beginning of April, becoming the currency with the strongest increase in the world during this period.
NATO has no plans for missions in the Strait of Hormuz
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Middle East tensions continue to make NATO cautious about the possibility of military intervention in the strategic maritime route of Hormuz.
Chinese Foreign Minister arrives at airport, rolls out red carpet to welcome Russian President Putin
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On the evening of May 19, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on a visit to strengthen the Russia-China strategic partnership.
Super El Nino is expected to be unprecedentedly strong, damage could reach trillions of USD
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The upcoming super El Nino is forecast to affect the lives of hundreds of millions of people as it continues to strengthen this year and extends into winter.
Israel fires warning shots, blocks Gaza aid ships
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The international train heading to Gaza was stopped by Israel amid escalating humanitarian aid disputes.
