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Iran plans to ban hostile ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran is considering a plan to collect tolls and fine ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
China exempts 10-day transit visas for Vietnamese citizens
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China adds Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan to the 240-hour visa-free transit program, allowing eligible citizens to stay for up to 10 days during transit.
Iran reacts to US economic pressure plan
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the US economic sanctions plan a continuation of "failed policies".
Storm Saudel intensifies rapidly from tonight, may strengthen into a super typhoon
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Tropical storm Saudel is forecast to strengthen rapidly from the night of August 20 and may reach major typhoon level on August 22.
Russia reveals reason for not abandoning agreements with the West
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Russia has no plans to end agreements with NATO, EU, WTO and IMF, saying that these documents can still become a tool for dialogue with the West.
Large explosion at explosives depot in Myanmar
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A large explosion on May 31 at a building in northeastern Myanmar, believed to be a place containing explosives used in mining, killed more than 45 people.
Typhoon Jangmi reaches peak intensity, heading straight to the first affected area
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Typhoon Jangmi is forecast to reach maximum intensity, causing heavy rain in western and eastern Japan.
World 24h: Latest forecast on the path of Typhoon Jangmi
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World news 31.5: Investors are gradually losing faith in gold prices; Typhoon Jangmi has not yet reached its maximum, forecast to make landfall for the first time tomorrow...
Giant meteor creates 2 consecutive explosions, many buildings shaken
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A meteorite rushed through the sky of Massachusetts, USA, causing a loud explosion and people from Delaware, USA to Montreal, Canada all observed the meteorite.
Israel plants flag on strategic fortress Beaufort in Lebanon
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Israel announced it had captured the medieval strategic fortress of Beaufort in southern Lebanon on May 31.
Abandoned Soviet aircraft becomes artwork
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Swiss artist Micha Hani has turned a Soviet-era Yak-40 passenger plane in Armenia into a giant work of art.
Major storm sweeps through Australia, many states face risk of flash floods and tornadoes
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Australians are warned of a strong storm that could cause gusts of more than 125 km/h, flash floods and large waves.
White House releases latest report on Trump's health
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White House doctor concludes that US President Donald Trump is in very good health and is capable of holding the presidency.
Mr. Trump criticizes US Independence Day Concert, calls for cancellation
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Controversy surrounding the program celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States has increased after Mr. Trump's speech.
Reasons why Ukraine missed the 2.7 billion USD aid from the EU
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According to Ukrainian government data, the country has not met all 6 reform criteria to receive 2.4 billion euros (about 2.7 billion USD) in support from the EU.
US prepares to test new humanoid robot in Ukraine
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A US technology company said it has deployed a humanoid robot to the war zone in Ukraine to test its logistical support capabilities on the battlefield.
President Trump reveals important changes in nuclear deal with Iran
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Trump for">US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to develop and not to buy nuclear weapons under the draft agreement being discussed by the parties.
US attacks ship suspected of drug trafficking again, 3 people killed
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The US anti-smuggling campaign at sea continues to be controversial as the death toll rises.
US missiles on cargo ship ignored more than 20 warnings
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The US military said on May 30 that it had neutralized a Gambia-flagged cargo ship trying to go to an Iranian port.
Typhoon Jangmi has not yet reached its maximum, forecast to make landfall for the first time tomorrow
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Typhoon Jangmi is forecast to strengthen into a major typhoon, making landfall in southern Okinawa prefecture, Japan on June 1.
