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US Air Force plane crashes in southwestern Oklahoma
An Air Force plane crashed in the US state of Oklahoma on Wednesday afternoon, and the pilots ejected safely, a statement from a US Air Force base said. According to…
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Greece is aligned with EU’s stance on Venezuelan crisis: Greek FM
Greece is aligned with the European Union's stance on the Venezuelan crisis, Greek Foreign Minister George Katrougalos said on Wednesday. "Yesterday the democratic Europe was clearly and responsibly placed. It…
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Pompeo threatens to raise cost for Cuba, Russia over Venezuela
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday that the United States will continue to raise cost for Cuba and Russia over their behaviors on Venezuela-related issue. In an…
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US secretary of state to embark on Europe trip
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will travel to Finland, Germany and Britain, and Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, on May 5-9, the US State Department said Wednesday. On…
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Russia slams US support for attempted coup by Venezuelan opposition
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday denounced Washington's support for the Venezuelan opposition in their attempt to seize power as an intervention in the country's internal affairs. In a…
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New era begins in Japan as Emperor Naruhito ascends Chrysanthemum Throne
Emperor Naruhito's reign began Wednesday as he ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne marking the beginning of a new imperial era in Japan. Emperor Naruhito, 59, following the abdication of his father…
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UK Defense Secretary fired over “unauthorized disclosure of information”
Downing Street said Wednesday in a statement that Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson had been sacked by the Prime Minister for "unauthorized disclosure of information". A Downing Street spokesperson said, "The…
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13 newest EU members highlight their importance, set out demands
Representatives of 13 countries joining the European Union since 2004 signed on Wednesday so-called Warsaw Declaration, in which they highlight their importance for the block and set out demands. "We…
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At least three policemen wounded, hundreds arrested as May Day rally turns violent in Paris
Traditional May Day rally in Paris was marred by violence on Wednesday as a group of masked people clashed with anti-riot police, injuring at last three police officers, while more…
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Iran seeks good ties with Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain: FM
Iran said on Wednesday that it seeks good relations with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain, calling for an end to their dispute with Gulf neighbor Qatar.…