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Cairo, February 16 (Xinhua) — The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval forces have begun exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, the semi-official Iranian news agency Tasnim reported on Monday.

The main objectives of the exercises are to “assess the readiness of the IRGC naval units, review security plans and possible scenarios for mutual military response in the face of security and military threats in the strait area, and wisely utilize Iran’s geopolitical advantages in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman,” the statement said. –0–

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Kabul, February 16 (Xinhua) — A new salt production and processing plant with a daily capacity of 240 metric tons has opened in Balkh Province in northern Afghanistan, the official Bakhtar News Agency reported on Monday.

The plant was built by a domestic investor, with an investment of $8 million. It will meet a significant portion of Afghanistan's domestic salt demand. Efforts are also underway to increase production and eventually launch exports, the agency reported, citing the plant's administrative director, Ghulam Rasul Malikzai.

Plant workers called the launch a significant contribution to job creation and called on the government to offer investors greater support and incentives.

Afghanistan has reportedly now achieved self-sufficiency in salt production and processing, marking a milestone in the country's efforts to develop its mining industry and reduce its dependence on imported goods.

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ISLAMABAD, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — At least six people were killed in a collision between a car and a trailer on a national highway in Pakistan's southern Sindh province on Monday, rescue officials said.

The accident occurred in the Naushahro-Feroze district. A car heading to the provincial capital, Karachi, collided with a trailer, a 1122 rescue service official told Xinhua.

"The impact was powerful, the car was completely destroyed. All six passengers died instantly," the official said.

Rescue teams took the bodies to a nearby hospital, where all victims were pronounced dead.

The cause of the accident is being investigated, police said. –0–

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Chongqing, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — A new integrated intelligent driving laboratory, capable of simultaneously simulating real vehicles, dynamic road traffic, and climate conditions, recently opened in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

As reported by China Media Group, this lab, covering over 5,000 square meters, is the world's first full-cycle testing facility integrating simulation of vehicle control, rain, fog, and lighting conditions, as well as complex traffic flows. This allows for the creation of a more realistic and effective intelligent driving testing system.

According to available information, the laboratory will provide comprehensive safety validation for vehicles with intelligent driving systems prior to mass production, covering both extreme and realistic scenarios. The goal is to strengthen the technological foundation and improve the safety of future intelligent mobility, as well as support the high-quality development of the intelligent vehicle industry.

It's worth noting that this laboratory developed the first intelligent towing system, a mechanism capable of towing vehicles at speeds of up to 130 km/h, exceeding the industry standard of 100 km/h. This allows for the precise simulation of road user behavior, including scenarios involving the sudden appearance of pedestrians.

In addition, the lab is equipped with an environmentally-responsive system that continuously adjusts rain, fog, and lighting conditions to realistically recreate dynamic weather changes.

Another breakthrough is the real-time integration of the physical environment and complex traffic flows. Here, real vehicles can instantly interact with simulated traffic in realistic conditions, solving the fragmentation problem typical of traditional laboratory testing.

As a reminder, Chinese authorities have identified at least 20 cities and urban clusters as pilot zones for the implementation of vehicle-road-cloud integration for intelligent connected vehicles. -0-

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Geneva, February 16 (Xinhua) — An avalanche derailed a passenger train in the southwestern Swiss canton of Valais early Monday morning, authorities said.

There were about 80 people on the train at the time of the accident, and local police said there was a "high risk of injury."

The rescue operation continues. –0–

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BEIJING, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — 400 kilometers above Earth, crew members on a Chinese space station will not be able to return home to celebrate the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year), but Chinese astronauts have found unique ways to make the traditional Chinese holiday warm and enjoyable.

The Shenzhou-21 crew aboard the Tiangong space station, which translates as "Heavenly Palace," are celebrating the traditional Chinese New Year, which this year is symbolized by the Horse. On Monday, the eve of the Chinese New Year, the three astronauts sent their greetings to Earth via a video released by the China Manned Space Administration (CMSA).

"I wish everyone all the best and peace," said mission commander and pilot Zhang Lu. This is his second time celebrating this holiday in space. Zhang Lu also participated in the Shenzhou-15 mission, launched in November 2022, and spent six months in orbit.

For astronaut Wu Fei, this is his first Spring Festival in orbit, and he proudly describes the experience as refreshing. "The Year of the Horse requires the energy of a galloping steed. Let's continue to strive for our dreams and work for happiness," said the young flight engineer. "I wish you a safe and prosperous journey, and a life that gets better and better."

Noting that scientific experiments on the space station are steadily advancing, payload specialist Zhang Hongzhang, a poetry enthusiast, said, "In the new year, we will continue to explore space like a galloping horse, writing new chapters in the boundless starry sky." As a scientist-turned-astronaut, he also wished prosperity to China's scientific and technological achievements, saying, "May every perseverance be rewarded."

Notably, this is the fourth Spring Festival that astronauts have celebrated aboard the space station since its completion in 2022.

Even though these space explorers are far from home, they feel the same holiday warmth as people on Earth.

The Shenzhou-21 mission trio decorated the space station with red lanterns, Chinese knots, and paper crafts. They will also enjoy traditions they typically share with their families on Earth, such as eating dumplings and other delicacies symbolizing prosperity, peace, and good fortune.

Compared to previous crews, the Shenzhou-21 crew members had one more dish on their table: a freshly baked pie cooked in a space oven.

The Shenzhou-21 crew, launched on October 31, 2025, has already completed 100 days of spaceflight. According to the aforementioned department, all tasks, including scientific experiments, equipment maintenance, and health management, are proceeding smoothly.

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Islamabad, February 16 (Xinhua) — At least two people, including a child, were killed and several others injured in a blast that rocked Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Monday, police said.

The explosion occurred near the Miryan police station in Bannu district, a local police spokesman told Xinhua.

Security forces and rescue teams immediately arrived at the scene and transported the injured to the nearest hospital. Some are in critical condition.

Police said they were investigating the nature and cause of the explosion.

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PHNOM PENH, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has extended best wishes to the Chinese people and Cambodians of Chinese descent on the occasion of the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year).

“On behalf of the Royal Government of Cambodia, I would like to extend my congratulations and join in the celebration with all Chinese and Cambodians of Chinese descent, who have shared our joys and sorrows since ancient times,” he said in his welcoming message.

Hun Manet also expressed gratitude to the Chinese people and Cambodians of Chinese descent around the world for their active contribution to the socio-economic development of Cambodia.

To mark the holiday, performers performed a lion dance at the royal palace on Monday.

Director-General of the Cambodia Institute of International Relations Kin Phea said that Chinese New Year is widely celebrated in Cambodia due to the deep-rooted cultural ties between the two countries. –0–

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Washington, February 16 (Xinhua) — US President Donald Trump said he would support Israeli strikes against Iran's ballistic missile program if talks between Washington and Tehran fail, American media reported on Sunday.

D. Trump made this statement during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida in December 2025, CBS News reported, citing sources.

US officials reportedly discussed how the US could help Israel, including by refueling Israeli aircraft and facilitating overflight permits in neighboring countries.

However, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have publicly stated that they will not allow their airspace to be used for any attacks against Iran, nor for Iranian attacks on other countries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday during a visit to Slovakia that he prefers to resolve tensions with Iran through diplomatic means.

The second round of nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran is expected to take place in Geneva on Tuesday. M. Rubio confirmed that US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner will represent Washington at the talks.

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St. Petersburg, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) — The Chinese Lantern Festival (Zigong Lantern Festival) kicked off Sunday evening on Zayachy Island near the Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg ahead of the Spring Festival (Chinese Spring Festival, the traditional Chinese New Year).

The event is part of the 12th citywide festival "Chinese New Year – Happy Spring Festival" and will last 12 days – until February 27 inclusive.

The outdoor exhibition features ten unique light installations created by artisans from Zigong, Sichuan Province, a city renowned for its millennia-long history of creating light installations recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of China. Among the illuminated installations is the symbol of 2026—a fire horse, which embodies strength, power, and the pursuit of happiness and self-improvement.

This is the first time a Chinese lantern exhibition has been held in St. Petersburg. In honor of the Spring Festival, the Palace Bridge, the Lakhta Center skyscraper, and the city's TV tower were also lit up red on the same day. –0–

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