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US surges troop numbers in the Middle East to 50,000, ready for ground combat in Iran
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The addition of 2,500 marines and 2,500 sailors raises the number of US troops in the Middle East to 10,000 people higher than usual.
New situation urges EU - Australia to reach the finish line
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After nearly 10 years of negotiations, the European Union (EU) and Australia have reached the necessary consensus on a bilateral free trade agreement. The two sides also agreed on a cooperation agreement in the fields of military, defense and security.
North Korea and China resume direct flights between the two capitals
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The Beijing - Pyongyang flight resumed after a long interruption, reflecting signs of North Korea's gradual opening up.
Israeli Prime Minister orders expanding military operations in Lebanon
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Israel intensifies operations in southern Lebanon to counter missile attacks from Hezbollah.
Iran accuses US of preparing to launch ground attacks as Pakistan prepares for peace talks
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Pakistan announced its readiness to hold US-Iran peace talks in the next few days, amid Tehran's accusations that Washington is preparing a ground attack scenario.
Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, gold prices react strongly, touching 5,500 USD/ounce
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After the Fed decided to stay out of the interest rate game, gold prices reacted strongly, at one point jumping to 5,500 USD/ounce.
Gold price increases by 420 USD in just 1 day, Russia benefits greatly
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Russia benefited greatly when world gold prices soared to a record high of 5,500 USD/ounce.
Winter storm forecast to intensify at the weekend amidst severe cold
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The nor'easter winter storm is forecast to intensify amid severe cold sweeping in the US.
Ukrainian Brigade loses 70% of personnel in clashes in Krasnoarmeysk
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Nearly 70% of the troops of the Ukrainian Landing Brigade in Krasnoarmeysk have been eliminated from the battlefield in the fighting in the region.
Warm winter weather forecast lasts until mid-February
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Increased cold air waves continue to pour down, forecasting harsh winter weather will last until mid-February.
European Council President Antonio Cost begins official visit to Vietnam
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European Council President Antonio Costa began his official visit to Vietnam from January 28-30.
US warns of bomb storm amidst severe cold air
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Meteorological models in the US are closely monitoring a strong storm that may form off the East Coast with an unpredictable direction of movement.
Indonesian plane makes emergency landing at sea, 15 people lucky to escape
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A small plane carrying 15 people encountered an incident after takeoff and had to make an emergency landing in the sea off Indonesia.
Forecast of the time when a new low pressure area near the East Sea will form
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It is forecast that a new low pressure area will form near the East Sea in the week from February 4 to February 10.
Greenland tension exposes risk of European dependence on US LNG
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Amidst tensions in Greenland, the EU warns of excessive dependence on US gas after stopping imports of Russian gas.
World 24h: Deep cold covers, no sign of end
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World news 28.1: Ukraine may have to live on generators for many years; Severe cold covers but shows no signs of ending...
Cambodia reports deportation of fraud boss Chen Zhi to China
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Cambodia affirmed that the expulsion of fraud boss Chen Zhi to China was carried out completely legally and should not be misinterpreted.
Ukraine suffers damage after widespread airstrikes by Russia
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On January 28, Russia launched a widespread airstrike targeting Ukraine, causing damage to facilities and casualties.
The assets of the former Korean First Lady before being sentenced to prison
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The assets of the former Korean First Lady announced in court show that she owns more than 90% of the total family assets.
Russia loses strategic oil depot in Penza after UAV attack
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The Russian oil field in Penza was confirmed to have been heavily destroyed after the UAV attack, with at least one fuel tank completely collapsed.