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US sends 17,000 troops to the Middle East not just for Hormuz or Iranian uranium
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The US Department of War is considering deploying an additional 10,000 infantry soldiers to the Middle East.
Russian oil finds a way out as the US stirs to ease sanctions
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that Washington can flexibly adjust sanctions on Russian oil depending on market developments.
Nord Stream heats up again: Russia criticizes Germany, US intends to take over the pipeline
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the US intends to take over the Nord Stream gas pipelines.
US declares no need for infantry to participate in Middle East conflict
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US expects the conflict with Iran to end in a few weeks and does not need to use ground forces.
Russian oil tanker enters British waters immediately after new tightening order
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A tanker on the sanctions list passes through the English Channel and enters British waters.
Train derails due to wall falling onto the tracks, driver dies, 37 people injured
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Passenger train derailed near Barcelona (Spain) after a landslide wall fell onto the tracks due to heavy rain, injuring 37 people.
World gold price exceeds 4,800 USD/ounce, 6 months faster than forecast
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World gold prices witnessed a new historical milestone at 4,800 USD/ounce, clearly reflecting the need for shelter from economic and geopolitical instability.
Rare thick snow for half a century paralyzes Russia's Far East
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Heavy snow buried the town of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on the Kamchatka Peninsula, Far Eastern Russia, in the middle of last week.
International friends wish the 14th Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam a brilliant success
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As of January 19, 2026, the 14th National Party Congress had received 559 congratulatory letters and telegrams from 109 political parties, 6 international and regional organizations, 16 individuals, 122 people's organizations and 306 Vietnamese associations abroad.
US completes first Venezuela oil sale deal
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The first Venezuelan oil shipment worth about 250 million USD was sold by the US to Vitol - a company with a personal sponsor of 6 million USD for Mr. Trump.
Greenland advises people to stockpile food to prevent attacks
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The Prime Minister of Greenland warned the people and government of this island nation to prepare for a possible military intervention.
Russia launches major attack on Ukrainian military facilities
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The Russian military launched a large-scale precision attack targeting defense, energy and transportation infrastructure facilities in Ukraine.
NASA discovers Earth-like planet but weather like hell
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NASA discovered a planet with blue color reminiscent of Earth, but hidden below are supersonic winds and glass rain, creating weather like hell.
World 24h: Forecast for the possibility of a new low pressure area strengthening
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Latest world news 20.1: New low pressure formed right after Typhoon Nokaen; Gold price approaches 5,000 USD/ounce amidst global instability...
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US threatens to impose 200% tax if France does not join the Gaza Peace Council
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US President Donald Trump warned that a 200% tariff could be imposed on French wine and champagne if Paris refuses to join the Gaza Peace Council.
Mr. Thaksin has a chance to be pardoned this year
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Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra is eligible for amnesty in May 2026, this process is legal and non-discriminatory.
E-mail congratulating the 14th Party Congress from international friends
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Political parties, organizations, international friends and overseas Vietnamese sent congratulatory messages to the 14th Party Congress, wishing the Congress great success.
Mr. Trump posts French President's private message online
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Mr. Trump posted a private message from the French President wondering what the US leader was doing in Greenland.
Cold air causes rare snowfall
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A cold air mass swept into southern China, leading to rare snowfall in Shanghai on January 20.
Russia carries MiG-31K monkey to attack Ukrainian capital
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Russia deployed a coordinated attack with missiles and UAVs at night, targeting energy infrastructure, causing part of the Ukrainian capital to be submerged in darkness.
