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2 foreigners involved in murder in Vietnam go to court in Samoa
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Samoa police have prosecuted two men related to the Australian murder outside a seafood restaurant in Vietnam in May 2026.
Presidential candidate believes France is unable to continue aid to Ukraine
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The leader of the French National Accumulation Party said that the country is not capable of continuing to finance Ukraine, and wants to "lock down" aid.
Trump reveals Iran wants to reach an agreement, war may be about to end
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US President Donald Trump said Iran has directly expressed its desire to reach a peace agreement, raising hopes that the conflict is about to end.
President Trump threatens to impose very high tariffs, stop trading with EU
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US President Donald Trump warned of heavy tariffs on the European Union (EU) after the proposal to include Canada as an "associate member".
US stock market shakes after Fed decision to raise interest rates
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After the Fed raised interest rates to 3.75% - 4.0%, the US stock market plummeted while the USD rebounded sharply.
Global sea freight rates reach highest level in two years
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Sea freight rates skyrocketed compared to before the US imposed new tariffs, reflecting increased pressure on supply chains and trade.
High heat, Hungary allows state employees to work remotely
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The intense heat wave broke many temperature records, forcing authorities to impose a series of emergency measures on water, railways and healthcare.
Russia announces dismissal of 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers and mercenaries in one week
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Russian military experts cited figures showing that Ukraine's losses have increased for the sixth consecutive week amid fierce fighting.
Malaysia extends MH370 search agreement
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The Malaysian government has extended the agreement with Ocean Infinity for another 12 months to continue searching for the wreckage of flight MH370.
South Korea announces investment of over 500 billion USD in chip industry
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South Korea announced on June 29 an investment of more than 500 billion USD to meet the huge demand for artificial intelligence (AI).
China warns of heavy rain for nearly a week in the south, warning of widespread floods
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China prepares to respond to a new heavy rain, warning of floods in southern provinces of the country.
China puts 40 Japanese organizations on export control and supervision list
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China announced on June 29 that it had put 20 organizations in Japan on the control list and 20 organizations on the export supervision list.
Singapore establishes committee to handle cyber abuse
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Singapore's new agency provides victims with access to requests to remove content, receive support and apply civil remedies.
Europe discusses Ukraine's tens of billions of euro loan
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The European Union is considering a long-term financial support plan to ensure resources for Ukraine if the conflict continues.
German expert predicts direct conflict between Europe and Russia is unlikely
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The descendant of Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Empire, believes that threats against Russia only increase risks to European security.
Israel declares destruction of underground tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons
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Israel said it had destroyed a tunnel containing hundreds of Hezbollah weapons.
Iran warns third parties not to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran believes that any external involvement will only escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and slow down the process of restoring maritime operations.
Iraq arrests 47 officials before Prime Minister visits the US
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Iraq's large-scale anti-corruption campaign targets many figures, including a Deputy Oil Minister who was previously sanctioned by the US.
Extreme heat causes more than 1,300 deaths in Europe
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The World Health Organization (WHO) calls heat a "silent killer", calling on countries to implement action plans to protect health.
Earthquake injures 13 people, hundreds evacuated in China
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The earthquake in China that occurred in the early morning displaced hundreds of people, but no deaths were recorded.
