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  Australia to establish 1-bln-liter reserves of jet fuel, diesel 18.08.2026 4mnt

  The Australian government says it will establish a strategic reserve of 1 billion liters of jet fuel and diesel to protect against future supply shocks. Officials say the government will invest 3.2 billion Australian dollars to establish the Fuel Security Reserve.
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  China targets 440 mln tonnes of oil, gas supply by 2030 17.08.2026 4mnt

  The National Energy Administration says China's domestic oil and gas supply is expected to reach 440 million metric tons of oil equivalent by 2030. A new five-year plan also sets targets to add 20,000 km of long-distance oil and gas pipelines by 2030.
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  Chinese robot maker Unitree to debut on Shanghai's STAR Market Wednesday 17.08.2026 4mnt

  The Hangzhou-based company will be listed at an offering price of 150.8 yuan, or about 22 US dollars, per share. That will give the company an estimated market capitalization of nearly 61 billion yuan following its initial public offering.
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  China's industrial robot output up 28.5% in first seven months 17.08.2026 4mnt

  According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the national economy maintained overall stability in the January-July period, with a trend toward new growth drivers and improved quality. Industrial value-added of surveyed enterprises was up by 5.3 percent.
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  DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in country's history 17.08.2026 4mnt

  The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country’s history. Health authorities say over 4,900 confirmed cases and over 2,300 deaths have been recorded since the outbreak began, putting the fatality rate at 47 percent.
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  Hong Kong airport passenger traffic up 11.7 pct in H1 17.08.2026 4mnt

  Financial secretary Paul Chan says Hong Kong's airport handled 32.8 million passenger trips in the first half of 2026. He says the city's efficient transport network, paired with a series of mega-events and exhibitions held this year, has boosted both business and leisure arrivals.
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  Wildfires on Greek island of Salamina kill 2, injure 9 16.08.2026 4mnt

  The Fire Service says two bodies have been found during a wildfire-fighting operation on the Greek island of Salamina. Fueled by strong winds, the blaze was burning through pine trees and had also damaged homes. Salamina is about 20 km west of the Greek capital Athens.
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  Spokesperson: Iran, Oman agree on shipping route map for Strait of Hormuz 16.08.2026 4mnt

  Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says Iran and Oman have agreed on a shipping route map for the Strait of Hormuz despite the US blockade.
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  China says allegations by Philippine defense secretary are unfounded 16.08.2026 4mnt

  The Chinese Foreign Ministry has rejected allegations by the Philippines' defense secretary that Chinese workers in the country were engaged in illegal activities.
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  Israeli airstrikes kill 11 in southern Lebanon 16.08.2026 4mnt

  Israel has launched new airstrikes in southern Lebanon, killing at least 11 people and wounding several others. The attacks are among Israel's deadliest since a truce with Hezbollah began in June.
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  Original innovation in focus at Beijing event as scholars explore "advancing science for humanity" 16.08.2026 4mnt

  The International Congress of Basic Science features over 500 academic sessions covering topics ranging from generative AI reasoning and computer vision to quantum information. Speeches by leading academics highlighted curiosity-driven research, AI’s role in scientific discovery, and China's growing support for fundamental research.
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  Ceuta steps up public health measures after mass migrant influx 15.08.2026 4mnt

  The plan includes enhanced tuberculosis surveillance and expanded monitoring of drinking and coastal waters. Authorities have tightened security along the border after calls for another mass crossing circulated on social media following a recent influx of migrants.
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  Iranian foreign minister: No decision yet on resuming talks with US 15.08.2026 4mnt

  Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran has yet to decide on resuming direct talks with the United States. He also confirms that Qatar and Pakistan are relaying messages between the US and Iran.
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  China railway passenger trips hit record 2.8 billion in first seven months 15.08.2026 4mnt

  China's railway network handled a record 2.8 billion passenger trips in the first seven months of 2026, up 4.1 percent from the same period last year.
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  Indonesia earthquake kills 20 people 15.08.2026 4mnt

  More than 100 aftershocks have been recorded after a powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia. The number of deaths has risen to 20.
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  Ecological and Environmental Code bolsters legal support for sustainable development 15.08.2026 4mnt

  The code provides stronger legal support for sustainable development, as China pursues modernization and the protection of its natural resources.
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  China deplores visits, offerings made by Japanese officials to Yasukuni Shrine 15.08.2026 4mnt

  China says it strongly deplores Japan's moves related to the Yasukuni shrine, and has lodged serious protests. China’s foreign ministry called Japan's moves a challenge to the foundational norms of civilization, and a provocation against the postwar international order.
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  USS Abraham Lincoln to be replaced amid supply, crew mental health concerns 14.08.2026 4mnt

  The announcement from US President Donald Trump came amid growing concerns over conditions aboard the aircraft carrier, including reported shortages of basic supplies, water contamination, and deteriorating mental health among crew members.
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  Reports cite poor conditions, mental health issues aboard USS Abraham Lincoln 14.08.2026 4mnt

  Multiple reports have emerged of deteriorating living conditions and mental health problems aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
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  China sends rescue teams to Henan after levee breach 14.08.2026 4mnt

  China has sent more than 200 engineering rescue personnel and heavy equipment to Zhoukou, Henan Province, after torrential rain from the remnants of Typhoon Dolphin caused rivers to swell and breached a levee on Thursday.