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Russian army controls additional Kovsharovka settlement
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Russia's Zapad Operations Group has controlled the Kovsharovka settlement in Kharkov after fierce attacks.
Russian oil throat attacked for the 3rd time in 1 week
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One of Russia's largest oil export ports continues to catch fire after a UAV attack by Ukraine for the 3rd time in just 1 week.
Trump declares the US controls Hormuz
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Mr. Trump declared that the US has controlled the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran accepts most of the US claims, and will transport 20 oil tankers.
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.
EU faces risks after decision to end Russian gas
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A spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry said that the EU's termination of Russian gas makes this bloc trade off energy freedom, facing the risk of dependence on other sources of supply.
US promotes the fastest solution to increase Venezuelan oil production
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The US goal is to rapidly increase Venezuelan oil production, generate revenue to rebuild the country and reduce oil prices.
Nipah virus with a mortality rate of up to 75% causes concern before the Lunar New Year holiday
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The Nipah virus outbreak in India is causing great concern as the Lunar New Year holiday approaches in Asia.
Mr. Zelensky extends martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine
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Mr. Zelensky has signed an extension of martial law and the general mobilization campaign in Ukraine for another 90 days.
Trump announces tax increase on South Korean goods
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Mr. Trump's new tariff move raises concerns about trade instability, spillover effects on the financial market and alliance relations.
EU faces major challenge if it reduces security dependence on the US
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NATO Secretary General believes that the EU will have to increase military spending to 10% of GDP and pour trillions of euros into nuclear capabilities if it wants to reduce security dependence on the US.
Russia launches long-range satellite UAV to destroy Ukrainian helicopters for the first time
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For the first time, a Russian Geran UAV was controlled by satellite, destroying Ukrainian military helicopters.
NATO develops "hot zone" with AI weapons along the Russian border
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NATO announces plan to establish AI-powered automatic deterrence lines along its eastern flank.
Russia ends military presence in a region of Syria
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Russia withdraws troops from an airport in northeastern Syria, ending its military presence there.
German Defense Minister asks Trump to apologize
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The German Defense Minister said that Mr. Trump's statement about the role of NATO allies in the Afghanistan war was "disrespectful".
Cold air crashes in 2 phases, causing more cold rain
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It is expected that 2 increasing cold air waves this week will bring sharp temperature drops and more rain.
France raises law banning social media to debate in Parliament
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The bill aims to protect French minors from online risks, according to Australia's ban.
MH370: Witnesses say they witnessed the plane fire with their own eyes
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A witness continued to affirm that he witnessed the MH370 plane fire in the fateful year 2014.
UK faces difficult decision on gas contract related to Russia
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Russia-related gas contract makes Britain confused between supporting Ukraine and energy security.
Russia continues to focus forces on attacking Ukrainian energy facilities
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Russian forces launched attacks targeting energy infrastructure serving the Ukrainian army on January 26.