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US and Colombia discuss drug war
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The commander of the US Southern Command arrived in Colombia and discussed with the country's military leaders about joint efforts to combat terrorist groups involved in drug trafficking.
Nepal at risk of facing second flood after horrific disaster
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A bottleneck still remaining in the upstream of the river in the Nepal - China border area could cause water to continue to rush in and cause a second flood.
German Boeing plane encounters incident, makes emergency landing in Japan
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A German cargo plane made an emergency landing at Narita airport near Tokyo on the morning of August 27 due to a hydraulic system problem.
Close-up of Nepal's flash flood disaster that killed at least 160 people
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Nepal police said on August 27 that the total number of deaths in the flash flood that swept through the border area with Tibet reached at least 160 people.
US pledges $500,000 aid after severe floods in Nepal
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The US has decided to provide $500,000 in aid to Nepal to overcome the consequences of flash floods and landslides in northern Nepal.
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.
The US will send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland
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Washington's new decision marks a remarkable change in US military presence policy in Europe.
Low pressure approaches Philippines, risk of heavy rain
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The low pressure in the Philippine forecast area is unlikely to develop into a storm, but the Philippines must still be wary of rain and floods.
Russia transfers nuclear warhead to missile brigade in Belarus during exercise
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Russia transfers nuclear warheads to a missile brigade in Belarus in a large-scale nuclear exercise.
US sends new signal about ambition in Greenland
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US President Donald Trump's special envoy believes Washington needs to increase its presence in Greenland.
World 24h: Reasons for gold price reversal and rebound
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Latest world news May 21: Gold prices reverse and rebound; Russia reveals possibility of Mr. Putin meeting Mr. Trump in China...
Russia sets conditions for Ukraine conflict to end soon
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Russia believes that the conflict in Ukraine could soon end if the West stops providing financial and military support to Kiev.
US increases military ship presence in the Middle East
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The US is deploying more modern destroyers to the Middle East, including warships equipped with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) laser systems.
New low pressure appears near the Philippines, forecasting more consecutive low pressure formation
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New low pressure appears in the forecast area of the Philippines but is unlikely to strengthen into a storm in the next 24 hours.
US military balloon falls in Mexico
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The incident of a US reconnaissance balloon crashing on the US-Mexico border has raised attention to military surveillance activities in the region.
