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Russia announces reason for removing a series of countries from oil supply list
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The Russian government affirms that it will not supply oil to any country that applies a price ceiling mechanism to its energy.
Slovakia accuses EU of colluding with Ukraine to cut off Russian oil supplies
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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has just accused Europe of secretly negotiating with Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky to block the Druzhba oil pipeline valve.
Russia keeps gas prices low for a European country amid supply shortages
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Russia agreed to extend the gas supply contract to Serbia at a low price, according to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic.
The Hormuz Strait being closed for another month could push oil prices to the $150/barrel mark
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The world is facing the risk of crude oil prices soaring to the threshold of 150 USD/barrel if the maritime route in the Strait of Hormuz is not soon cleared.
Arab countries face the risk of having to fund billions of USD in war expenses for the US military
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The US government is planning to ask Arab countries to share the financial burden for the military campaign targeting Iran.
US Ambassador declares solution to conflict is about to be completed
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The new statements show that the process of finding a solution to the Ukraine conflict is entering a critical stage.
EU risks spending 1,700 billion euros on permanent chemicals
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The EU may have to spend up to 1,700 billion euros to thoroughly overcome pollution and health consequences caused by PFAS chemicals, also known as "permanent chemicals".
Russia pours fire into Donetsk province, signs of a general offensive
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Despite Mr. Trump's statement about Russia temporarily ceasing fire for 1 week due to the cold, the Pokrovsk front still suffered "bomb rain" with a sudden increase in frequency.
Venezuela amends oil and gas law to pave the way for foreign businesses
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The Venezuelan National Assembly has just passed an important amendment to the law, allowing foreign companies to deeply participate in the oil and gas industry to meet requirements from the US.
US military affirms readiness to enforce all orders on Iran
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The Secretary of State affirmed that the US military is ready to implement all options requested by President Trump to stop Tehran's nuclear ambitions.
Russia proposes options for personnel at Iran's nuclear power plant
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Russia is ready to evacuate its personnel from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant if necessary.
Minister of Justice proposes 3-year immigration freeze
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The French government's new immigration proposal heats up many political debates ahead of the presidential election.
Trump threatens to impose tariffs on goods from countries selling oil to Cuba
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Mr. Trump signed a decree on January 29 laying the foundation for imposing tariffs on goods from oil suppliers to Cuba.
New foreign policy landscape for Vietnam enters a new era
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The outstanding mark of foreign affairs in 2025 is that we have seized the opportunity, resolved challenges, and contributed to creating a new foreign affairs situation for the country to enter a new era" - Politburo Member, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung emphasized when answering press interviews about outstanding results in foreign affairs work in 2025.
Gold prices plummet, the market loses 3,400 billion USD in just one session
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Gold prices on the morning of January 30 continued to decline after a shocking decrease the day before, causing the gold market to evaporate up to 3,400 billion USD.
Weak La Nina but strong consequences, extreme rain increases by 40%
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La Nina and climate change have fueled catastrophic floods in southern Africa.
President Trump: Russia temporarily stops attacks on Ukraine amidst severe cold
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President Trump said President Putin agreed not to launch attacks on Ukraine during the severe cold spell.
Russia announces further control of Belaya Beryoza area in Sumy
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Russian forces seized control of the Belaya Beryoza area in the Sumy region on January 29.
President Putin agrees to meet with President Zelensky
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The meeting between President Putin and President Zelensky will only take place in Moscow, according to the Kremlin.
Russia - US oil dispute, Germany suffers the consequences
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The PCK oil refinery is owned by a Russian corporation, operated by Germany, but may be "squeezed" by the US with sanctions.
