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Switzerland tightens bank capital, demanding UBS to increase more than 20 billion USD
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Swiss bank UBS has expressed opposition to the Swiss government's proposal related to increasing capital requirements.
World 24h: Risk of earthquakes of over 8 degrees in Japan in the coming days
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Latest world news 23. 4: Gold prices lose momentum as market reverses; Risk of earthquakes of more than 8 degrees in Japan in the coming days...
Vietnam is providing Iran with technical information for cargo ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating with the Ministry of Construction and related businesses to provide Iran with technical information on Vietnamese cargo ships to pass through Hormuz.
Strait of Hormuz: Mine clearance could take up to half a year
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The risk of mines causing the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic maritime route, to be paralyzed for a long time, raises great concerns about security and energy.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs about the restoration of President Ho Chi Minh statue in Mexico
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According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico is closely coordinating with the Mexican city government to restore the statue of President Ho Chi Minh.
China pledges to support Cuba ahead of US oil sanctions
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China affirms it will provide maximum support for Cuba to overcome the energy crisis caused by new blockades from the US.
EU accelerates Ukraine's accession, Hungary reacts strongly
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Prime Minister Viktor Orbán criticized the EU's plan to admit Ukraine as soon as possible, calling it a public declaration of war against Hungary.
Russia plans to evacuate all tourists, stop all flights to Cuba
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Russia said it is preparing to evacuate its tourists from Cuba before temporarily suspending flights to this Caribbean island nation.
Russia threatens stronger response if the US deploys long-range missiles in Germany
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Russia warns it will take strong retaliatory measures if the US deploys long-range missiles in Germany.
Russia declares more than 1255 Ukrainian troops shot down along the entire fighting line
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On February 12, Russian forces continued military operations and caused heavy losses to Ukrainian troops in many directions.
Forecast of 2 new low pressure areas forming during Valentine's Day
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2 low pressure areas are forecast to form near the Philippines during Valentine's Day.
Europe sharply increases military aid to Ukraine, far exceeding previous levels
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In 2025, Europe sharply increased support for Ukraine, in which military aid increased by 67% compared to the average of 2022-2024.
Notable forecasts for gold prices at the end of 2026
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Gold prices are forecast to reach 5,900 USD/ounce by the end of 2026 thanks to Fed interest rate cuts and buying power from central banks.
Thailand arrests 18-year-old suspect for murdering school principal with gun
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The 18-year-old suspect opened fire at a school in Songkhla (Thailand), killing the principal, injuring 2 people and taking hostages before being taken hostage.
World 24h: Russian oil and gas revenue sharply decreases
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World news 11. 2: Russian oil and gas revenue sharply decreases; Tet weather forecast shows signs of phase change...
Europe uses almost all of its storage gas from summer, stockpiles are only 36%
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Europe has withdrawn almost all of the gas pumped into storage facilities in the summer to serve the current heating season.
Cambodia closes 190 online fraud centers, arrests 173 ringleaders
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Cambodia has closed 190 fraud centers, arrested 173 ringleaders as part of a campaign to crack down on transnational fraud.
US plans to seize oil tankers, forcing Iran to make nuclear concessions
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The US administration is considering a tough option of seizing Iranian oil tankers to force Tehran to return to the negotiating table on its nuclear program.
Chen Zhi extradited to China, Cambodia continues to cooperate in investigation with the UK and the US
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Britain and the United States continue to coordinate with Cambodia to investigate cybercrime after Cambodia extradited fraud boss Chen Zhi to China.
French President warns Europe could collapse in the next 5 years
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The French President said that Europe has entered a decisive stage and is at risk of collapsing if it cannot be self-reliant against external pressures.
