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Memories of Tet Offensive 1968 remain vivid for intelligence chief

Nearly six decades after the Tet Offensive, former H63 intelligence chief Nguyen Van Tau still remembers every moment of the campaign and the comrades who never returned.

Vietnam raises fines for dog owners who fail to muzzle pets in public

Dog owners who fail to muzzle their pets or properly restrain them in public places could face fines of up to VND 2 million ($77) under a new government decree on veterinary administrative violations.

Scientists and military join forces to locate fallen soldiers from 1968 battle

Military and scientific teams have begun a four-day survey at Le Thi Rieng Park to investigate suspected mass graves linked to the 1968 Tet Offensive.

Emotional tribute held at Le Thi Rieng Park as search for war dead continues

Emotions ran high at Le Thi Rieng Park as former soldiers remembered comrades whose remains have yet to be recovered.

Hanoi considers converting old apartment land into public space

Redeveloping aging apartment blocks remains one of Hanoi’s toughest urban challenges, prompting officials to propose new planning mechanisms.

President approves gifts for over 1.5 million revolutionary contributors

Vietnam will provide gifts worth VND300,000 and VND600,000 to eligible beneficiaries in recognition of their contributions to the nation.

Vietnam issues new rules governing executions by lethal injection

Vietnam has issued a new decree detailing procedures, personnel responsibilities and operational requirements for carrying out death sentences by lethal injection.

95-year-old Nghe An elder eats 5 meals a day, weaves crafts

The 95-year-old man still remembers everyone in the neighborhood, goes to the market by himself, cooks his own meals and weaves baskets every day.

18 Vietnamese war martyrs repatriated from Cambodia laid to rest in Gia Lai

After days of recovery efforts in Cambodia, the remains of 18 Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who died during different periods of war have been returned to their homeland in an emotional homecoming.

Inside Le Thi Rieng Park, site of suspected mass grave holding 900 martyrs

Authorities are preparing to excavate areas inside Le Thi Rieng Park following evidence suggesting the existence of mass graves containing hundreds of fallen soldiers.

Hanoi advances green transport through integrated solutions

Hanoi is accelerating its transition to green transport through investments in metro lines, electric buses and supportive policies aimed at reducing emissions and promoting sustainable mobility.

Hanoi outlines transition plan before restricting gasoline ride-hailing bikes

Hanoi plans to encourage restrictions on gasoline-powered ride-hailing motorbikes before introducing a full ban in low-emission zones from January 2027 under a phased transition strategy.

AO lawsuit sees encouraging signal ahead of French top court hearing

The French Court of Cassation is expected to hold a public hearing on a lawsuit over the use of Agent Orange/dioxin during the Vietnam war filed by Tran To Nga, a victim of the toxic chemical, against major US chemical firms on June 16 in Paris.

US veteran and witnesses recount memories of mass graves from Tet Offensive

A former US serviceman, a 12-year-old boy at the time and longtime local residents have shared powerful memories that may help identify mass graves dating back to the 1968 Tet Offensive.

Drivers in Hanoi caught racing trains and ignoring lowered crossing barriers

Many drivers in Hanoi continue to ignore flashing warnings and lowered railway barriers, creating dangerous situations as trains approach at speed.

Hanoi considers congestion charges and limits on private vehicles

Hanoi is considering congestion charges and restrictions on private vehicles as part of a sweeping transport reform plan.

Ho Chi Minh City police bust interprovincial pet theft network, save 500 cats

More than 500 cats were found alive or recovered during a police investigation into an organized group accused of stealing, collecting and transporting pets for sale across southern Vietnam.

Police foil Cambodia-linked scam operation planned in Vietnam

Vietnamese police have dismantled a Cambodia-linked fraud network that was preparing to launch a large-scale scam operation in the country.

National Red Journey blood donation campaign 2026 launched

The 14th national red journey blood donation campaign was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on June 11, with organisers aiming to collect 120,000 units of blood nationwide this year.

Localities begin 500-day campaign to identify fallen soldiers

The initiative is regarded as a significant political mission aimed at honouring those who sacrificed their lives for the nation while helping fulfil the long-standing wishes of their families across Vietnam.