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- 3. After a 0-0 draw with ____, Ecuadorians celebrated their national team's qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
- 6. Since Montenegro's growing role in _____ was reinforced, its partnership with the alliance has strengthened.
- 8. New York City: During the recent ______, many public cooling centers were opened across the five boroughs.
- 9. Colombia: After Congress rejected his labor reform, President _____ issued a decree for a public referendum.
- 11. Japan: Until the next election, polls show support for Prime Minister _____ recovering.
- 12. New York City: Once the new art installation is complete, it is expected to draw large crowds to _____ Park.
- 14. New York City: While the city celebrated _____ Month, numerous events and parades took place throughout June.
- 15. Before the recent agreement, Air Albania announced a new direct route to Ljubljana in ________.
- 18. As the 2026 _____ ______ approaches, Colombia has confirmed its position as the host of two major international sporting events.
- 19. In the wake of the Fukushima wastewater row, Japanese _____ is set to return to China.
- 22. Colombia: Petro's Since his inauguration in 2022, President disagreements with _____ have intensified.
- 23. New York City: Until further notice, several _____ lines will experience service changes due to track work.
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- 1. Before the recent economic measures, Ecuador announced 27-percent tariffs on goods from _____.
- 2. During the recent mission to the _____, a Japanese firm declared it a failure after a crash landing.
- 4. While the price of Japanese-grown ______ has nearly doubled, the country faces a "____ crisis." (same word)
- 5. Turkey: Before the Paris Air Show, _____ and Leonardo announced a joint venture to develop next-generation unmanned aerial systems.
- 7. Ecuador: Since the start of the year, _____ rights groups have mobilized across Ecuador to defend hard-won protections.
- 9. Turkey: While the government insists courts are impartial, many believe the arrests of opposition figures are _____ motivated.
- 10. Ecuador: During the latest ___ spill, Noboa's campaign was rocked by environmental concerns.
- 12. Turkey: Since the recent currency swap deal was renewed, Turkey and _____ aim to bolster bilateral trade.
- 13. By the time the new economic measures were introduced, Japan aimed to ease pain from US _____.
- 16. Since 2023, Croatia has switched to the _____ and entered Europe's passport-free zone.
- 17. New York City: Since the new congestion pricing began, _____ patterns in downtown Manhattan have noticeably shifted.
- 20. As the World _____ opens in Osaka, scrutiny surrounds weak ticket sales and ballooning costs.
- 21. Turkey : As the tourism season ramps up, Turkish Airlines has reached a record high with over 1,300 daily ______.
