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US military claims economic trade of Iran by sea 'completely halted'
The U.S. military said on Tuesday that U.S. forces have completely halted economic trade going into and out of Iran by sea in less than 36 hours since the blockade was implemented.
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Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounds remote US i...
Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounds remote US islands in the Pacific Ocean with ferocious winds
A super typhoon steadily battered a pair of remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean with ferocious winds and relentless rains, shredding tin roofs and forcing residents to take cover from flying tree limbs.Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounded the Northern Mariana Islands for hours before daybreak
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Symposium held in Algiers to promote mut...
Symposium held in Algiers to promote mutual learning among civilizations between China, Arab African countries
The first International Symposium on Civilizational Exchange and Mutual Learning between China and Arab African countries was held on Tuesday in Algiers, the capital of Algeria, with topics ranging from civilizational exchange to economic and trade cooperation.In his address, Dong
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Mideast conflict could increase pressure...
Mideast conflict could increase pressure on Mexican economy: analysts
Mexico could face stronger inflationary pressure and slower economic growth if the Middle East conflict continues, the Mexican Institute of Finance Executives (IMEF) said Tuesday.Speaking at an IMEF's monthly press conference, IMEF President Gabriela Gutierrez said that the group currently expects
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IMF report shows global economy in dange...
IMF report shows global economy in dangerous time, says Australian treasurer
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Wednesday that the global economy is in a dangerous time after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut growth forecasts due to the conflict in the Middle East.Chalmers told Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) radio that the IMF was "sounding the
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Resumption of US-Iran talks probable: UN...
Resumption of US-Iran talks probable: UN chief
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday that the resumption of talks between Washington and Tehran is highly probable."The indication we have is that it is highly probable that these talks will restart," Guterres told reporters at the UN Headquarters.He said that he met with Pakistani
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Xi meets Russian FM in Beijing...
Xi meets Russian FM in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Beijing.
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Trump, Modi hold phone talk...
Trump, Modi hold phone talk
U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by telephone on Tuesday, confirmed the latter in a post on social media.According to Modi's post on X, the duo discussed bilateral cooperation in various sectors, and also the current situation in the Middle East, stressing
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IMF cuts UK growth outlook sharply amid ...
IMF cuts UK growth outlook sharply amid energy shock, fiscal constraints
The International Monetary Fund(IMF) has downgraded the United Kingdom's economic growth outlook more sharply than any other major advanced economy, saying the country remains particularly exposed to rising energy prices and global geopolitical tensions.In its latest
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Over 10,000 US troops enforce blockade on vessels to and from Iranian ports
The U.S. Central Command said Tuesday that more than 10,000 troops are executing the mission to blockade ships entering and departing Iranian ports, impartially targeting vessels of all nations.Six merchant vessels have complied with the direction from U.S. forces to turn around to re-enter an
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Germany, Ukraine strengthen security, ec...
Germany, Ukraine strengthen security, economy cooperation
Germany and Ukraine announced on Tuesday to elevate their bilateral relations to a "strategic partnership," with the two countries' leaders vowing to enhance cooperation on defense and economy.On Tuesday, the two sides held their first intergovernmental consultations in over 20 years and signed
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In pics: celebrations of Cambodian New Y...
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In pics: celebrations of Cambodian New Year
Artists perform during the celebrations of the Cambodian New Year at the Wat Phnom historical site in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on April 14, 2026.
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UN Chinese Language Day marked in New Yo...
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UN Chinese Language Day marked in New York
UN staff representatives attend a dialogue during a celebration marking the UN Chinese Language Day at the UN headquarters in New York, on April 13, 2026.
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Feature: Splashing into the New Year: Pe...
Feature: Splashing into the New Year: People in Myanmar share their Thingyan experiences
Crowds across Myanmar continued to celebrate the traditional Thingyan water festival on Tuesday, the second day of the festivities, reuniting with family and taking part in traditional activities.Throwing water at each other is a key part of Thingyan, symbolizing a fresh start and the cleansing of
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