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World 21. 8: US approves proposal to sell 4.5 billion USD refueling aircraft to Qatar
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US approves $4.5 billion oil tanker sale to Qatar; 7.2 magnitude strong earthquake shakes southern Peru;... are prominent world news on the morning of August 21.
Honduras warns of drought with 80% of territory due to El Nino
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Widespread drought has caused reservoir water levels to decrease, crop failures and livestock deaths in many areas of Honduras.
Russia controls Matyashevo in Donetsk, opening the way to the Dobropolye area
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The Matyashevo logistics line once again became a decisive factor in the conflict situation on Russia's key offensive direction in Donetsk.
Philippines wishes to strengthen practical and effective cooperation with Vietnam
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General Secretary and President To Lam receives the high-level delegation of the National Security Council of the Philippines visiting and working in Vietnam.
Mr. Putin points out the advantage that helps Russia lead the nuclear power market
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Mr. Putin said that comprehensive capacity in the nuclear field is an advantage that helps Russia lead the market for building nuclear power plants abroad.
Tens of thousands evacuated due to damaged chemical tank
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Tens of thousands of residents in the city of Garden Grove (USA) have been asked to evacuate urgently after a chemical tank was at risk of leaking or exploding.
Death toll in coal mine explosion rises to 90
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Chinese rescue forces continue searching for victims after the gas explosion disaster at a coal mine in Shanxi province.
Statutory agreement
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Both the US and the EU have not publicly announced the temporary agreement just reached to implement the bilateral trade agreement signed by the two sides last year.
Slovak Prime Minister warns Ukrainian UAVs could ignite NATO-Russia conflict
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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico warned that Ukrainian UAVs flying over NATO member territory could lead to escalation beyond control.
2 low pressures appear at the same time, weather continues to be unstable
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The low pressure area outside the forecast area of the Philippines is unlikely to strengthen into a tropical storm in the next 24 hours.
Superpowerful El Nino is accelerating, the world may set a new heat record
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The phenomenon El Nino, which is likely to reach a super strong level, is rapidly forming in the Pacific Ocean.
Iran shoots down 24 MQ-9 Reaper UAVs, US loses 20% of squadron
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Iran has destroyed more than 20 MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) operated by the US military since the conflict began.
Belarus increases its role in Russia's defense machine
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The new report shows that Belarus is playing an increasingly important role in the supply chain serving the Russian defense industry.
World 24h: Forecast of risk of heavy rain as low pressure approaches the Philippines
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World news May 22: US sends new signals about ambitions in Greenland; Low pressure approaches Philippines, risk of heavy rain...
Iran retains uranium stockpile, US-Iran negotiations encounter obstacles
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The US and Iran said that negotiations have progressed, but the two sides still have many disagreements about the nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz.
EU declares no return to buying Russian oil and gas, reveals new major supplier
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The European Union (EU) has announced that it will not return to buying Russian oil and gas, despite recent fluctuations in the energy market.
Malaysia tightens protection for teenagers online
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Malaysia is preparing to apply a series of new regulations to tighten control over toxic content and protect minor users.
Putin praises Belarus for its nuclear capabilities
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Mr. Putin also emphasized the smooth coordination of Belarusian soldiers.
Transport electrification becomes a strategic priority
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The wave of transportation electrification is accelerating globally, with a focus on financial incentives, electric vehicle investment and expansion of charging infrastructure.
Iran's Supreme Leader issues directive to keep domestic uranium stockpiles
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The Iranian Supreme Leader has issued a directive to prevent the amount of uranium enriched close to the weapons manufacturing level of this country from being exported abroad.
