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Hot weather causes many European countries to close schools
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The heat wave is raging throughout Europe, causing casualties and forcing many countries to take urgent measures.
US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland
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The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland concluded with a roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days.
Tensions between Poland and Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk makes efforts to cool down
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the conflict between Polish and Ukrainian politicians is a "strategic mistake" that harms both sides.
Typhoon Mekkhala is on track to reach its maximum
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Typhoon Mekkhala (Philippines name Francisco) has become a strong typhoon since the afternoon of June 21st and is forecast to reach its maximum on June 23rd.
Ukraine loses 3 Starlink transceiver stations in eastern region
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In the past 24 hours, Russia has destroyed 42 fixed-wing drones and 3 Starlink satellite receiving and transmitting stations of the Ukrainian army.
South Korea prepares a series of scenarios to cope with energy price fluctuations
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South Korea strengthens emergency response as Middle East oil supplies disrupted, energy prices escalate and economic risks
Pentagon deploys 2,000 more paratroopers to the Middle East
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The Pentagon has ordered the deployment of about 2,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East on March 25.
Iran allows Thai ships to cross the Hormuz Strait safely after negotiations
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After diplomatic exchanges, the Thai oil tanker was allowed by Iran to pass through the Strait of Hormuz safely.
Iran denies information about negotiating with Mr. Trump
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Iran denies any statements about dialogue with the US, affirming a tough stance amid ongoing conflict.
Russian LNG tanker adrift rescued, disaster risk remains
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After weeks drifting in the Mediterranean, the Russian LNG tanker Arctic Metagaz has finally been controlled by Libya.
China tests missile launcher at an unimaginable depth of 200m
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Chinese scientists have just conducted tests of a solid-fuel rocket engine that can launch at a depth of 200m underwater.
Ukraine at high risk of losing US aid due to Donbass
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The risk of Ukraine losing US aid is increasing after the latest round of negotiations due to disagreements on Donbass.
Russia spends more than 5 billion USD, launching Starlink competing satellite
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Russia has just launched the first series of satellites to compete with Starlink, opening an Internet race from space.
Turkey plans to spend $135 billion in gold to save the domestic currency
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The Central Bank of Turkey is considering using up to 135 billion USD of gold reserves to protect the lira.
Iran begins to collect fees through the Strait of Hormuz, up to 2 million USD/trip
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Iran is said to have started charging commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz with a price of 2 million USD per trip.
New COVID-19 strain spreads strongly in the US
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The new COVID-19 strain is spreading throughout the US and may evade current vaccines.
EU unexpectedly postpones ban on Russian oil amid energy crisis
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The EU has not yet been able to set a time to announce the draft ban on Russian oil imports, although it previously targeted mid-April.
US attacks Iran nuclear power plant, says Tehran has yielded
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US and Israel attack Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant. Mr. Trump said Iran has agreed to never possess nuclear weapons.
Russian official: EU causes crisis by leaving Russian energy
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A Russian official said that the energy crisis of the European Union (EU) is caused by the bloc's policies.
US may soon deploy 3,000 paratroopers to the Middle East
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The US is considering strengthening rapid response forces, preparing for military scenarios related to Iran and Kharg Island.
