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July 7, 2026 2:20 PM

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Iran rules out talks with US on final agreement

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has firmly refused to negotiations with Washington on a final agreement following remarks by US President Donald Trump. In a social media post, Araghchi cited the Memorandum of Understanding between Iran and the United States, stating that Tehran would n...

July 7, 2026 11:05 AM

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Eight killed as severe storms batter central China

Eight people were killed and several others are reported missing after thunderstorms and gale-force winds triggered by severe convective weather struck the eastern part of central China's Hubei Province. According to provincial emergency management authorities, thunderstorms, strong winds and tornad...

July 7, 2026 9:17 AM

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UN estimates Venezuela earthquake damage at 37 billion US dollars

A new United Nations estimate has put the direct physical damage caused by the twin earthquakes in Venezuela at 37 billion US dollars. The estimate includes around 24 billion US dollars in damage to buildings, including homes, businesses, schools, hospitals and public facilities, and another 13 bill...

July 7, 2026 9:09 AM

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Former Mongolian President lauds progress of India-backed oil refinery project

Former Mongolian President and leader of the ruling Mongolian People's Party (MPP), Nambaryn Enkhbayar, has appreciated the progress of the Oil Refinery Project at Dornogovi, which is being developed with India's support. The Mongol Oil Refinery Project, being implemented with the support of a 1.7 b...

July 7, 2026 9:05 AM

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Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 3,535

Venezuela's National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez has said that the death toll from the twin earthquakes has risen to 3,535, while 16,740 people have been injured. He said 17,854 people remain homeless. Mr Rodriguez said 6,462 people have been rescued so far, while 86,794 families have receive...