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Iran sharply reduces oil prices, competes with Russia to sell to China
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Iran has sharply reduced its already cheap crude oil prices to sell to China in the context of Russia becoming the leading supplier to Beijing.
Forecast of when Russian gas delivered to the EU will drop to a record level
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that Russian gas deliveries to the European Union (EU) will fall by more than half in 2025.
Japan affirms it will not give up its interests in oil and gas projects with Russia
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Japan has asked Russia to " Speak more clearly" about the recent decree regarding the Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project, Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi said at a press conference on July 5.
Germany predicts unwanted prospects in the EU when cutting off Russian gas
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The EU may disagree on gas distribution, amid a growing shortage, the leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) warned earlier this week.
Finland, Sweden officially begin NATO membership process
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The process of ratifying Finland and Sweden to join NATO officially kicked off on July 5.
Germany's internal division due to Russia's Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline
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The German ruling coalition government disagreed over the Nord Stream 2 pipeline carrying Russian gas to Germany, which has been completed but not yet approved by Berlin.
One of the most powerful weapons of the US Navy suddenly arrived in Guam
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One of the most powerful weapons in the US Navy's arsenal made a rare port landfall in Guam last weekend, sending a message to allies and friends amid rising tensions in the Indian - Pacific.
China's GDP increases by 8.1%, on track to become the world's largest economy
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China's GDP will grow by 8.1% in 2021, the fastest growth rate in nearly a decade and far exceeding the government's annual target of achieving a growth rate of over 6%.
US Senate "saves" Russia's Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline
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The US Senate voted on January 13 against sanctions on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline.
Results of tense Russia- NATO negotiations
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The talks between Russia and NATO on January 12, despite tensions, still could not find a common voice.
Japan develops anti-lock missile weapons
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Japan develops railgun electric guns, an advanced missile defense system that can fire shells at speeds of more than 7,200 km/h, counter nuclear hypersonic weapons.
Experts predict record increase and decrease in gold prices in 2022
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There are many conflicting forecasts for gold prices in 2022, including 2 main scenarios, depending on 2 factors.
Why China is ready to intervene in Kazakhstan if needed
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China has said it is ready to provide the necessary assistance to help Kazakhstan overcome the difficulties and the China-led Shanghai Cooperation Organization is ready to act in Kazakhstan if necessary.
The first Russian units to visit Kazakhstan to end the riot
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The first Russian peacekeeping plane arrived in Kazakhstan on January 6 to support the Central Asian country in fighting the riots.
Kazakhstan prays for Russia to help end riots
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The Russian-led alliance agreed to deploy forces to help Kazakhstan end the riots at its request.
Sudden gas prices cause chaos in the leading oil exporter
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A spike in gas prices in Kazakhstan has led to riots in the world's top oil and gas exporter.
WHO predicts the end of the worst phase of COVID-19
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The worst phase of the COVID-19 pandemic could end in 2022, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Mr. Putin proposes expanding presidential power to Russian citizenship
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President Vladimir Putin proposed a way to simplify procedures for those who want to become Russian citizens.
Russia predicts the revival of IS 2.0
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Russia predicts the revival of IS 2.0, saying that the risks from Hoi giao militant groups around the world have not disappeared.
Will Russia's new capital move to Siberia?
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President Vladimir Putin could harmonize the ideas of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin on moving the Russian capital to Siberia.
