1886
German engineer Karl Benz patents the first practical motor car.
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读： Karl Benz, a German engineer, patented the first practical motor car on February 13, 1886. This marked a significant milestone in the history of transportation and automotive industry, paving the way for the development of modern cars. --来自AI解读
1920
The League of Nations holds its first council meeting in Paris.
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读： On February 13, 1920, the League of Nations held its first council meeting in Paris. The League was established after World War I to promote peace and security among nations, and this meeting marked the beginning of its efforts to prevent future wars. --来自AI解读
1945
The Soviet Union captures Budapest, Hungary, from German and Hungarian forces.
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读： On February 13, 1945, the Soviet Union captured Budapest, Hungary, from German and Hungarian forces during World War II. This marked a significant victory for the Allies and contributed to the eventual defeat of Nazi Germany. --来自AI解读
1955
Israel acquires four of the seven Dead Sea Scrolls.
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读： On February 13, 1955, Israel acquired four of the seven Dead Sea Scrolls, which are ancient Jewish texts discovered in the Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea. These scrolls provided valuable insights into Jewish history and religious practices. --来自AI解读
1960
France detonates its first atomic device in the Sahara, Algeria.
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读： On February 13, 1960, France detonated its first atomic device in the Sahara, Algeria. This marked France's entry into the nuclear club and demonstrated its military capabilities. --来自AI解读
1974
Alexander Solzhenitsyn, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1970, is exiled from the Soviet Union.
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读： On February 13, 1974, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, a renowned Russian novelist and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1970, was exiled from the Soviet Union. His exile was a result of his criticism of the Soviet regime and his advocacy for democracy and human rights. --来自AI解读
1984
Konstantin Chernenko succeeds the late Yuri Andropov as general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union.
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读： On February 13, 1984, Konstantin Chernenko succeeded Yuri Andropov as the general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. Chernenko's tenure was marked by a continuation of Andropov's policies, including attempts to reform the Soviet economy. --来自AI解读
1990
The Soviet Union agrees to withdraw all 73,500 troops from Hungary by the end of June.
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读： On February 13, 1990, the Soviet Union agreed to withdraw all 73,500 troops from Hungary by the end of June. This marked a significant step towards the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War. --来自AI解读
1991
Gulf War: Two laser-guided "smart bombs" destroy an underground command center in Baghdad, killing hundreds of Iraqi officials and civilians.
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读： On February 13, 1991, during the Gulf War, two laser-guided "smart bombs" destroyed an underground command center in Baghdad, killing hundreds of Iraqi officials and civilians. This attack was part of the international coalition's efforts to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation. --来自AI解读
2001
An earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale hits El Salvador, killing at least 400.
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读： On February 13, 2001, a powerful earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale struck El Salvador, causing widespread destruction and killing at least 400 people. The earthquake highlighted the need for disaster preparedness and emergency response measures in the region. --来自AI解读
2007
North Korea agrees to shut down its nuclear facilities in Yongbyon by April 14 as its chief nuclear negotiator meets his U.S. counterpart to finalize the aid-for-disarmament deal.
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读： On February 13, 2007, North Korea agreed to shut down its nuclear facilities in Yongbyon by April 14 as part of an aid-for-disarmament deal with the United States. This agreement was a significant step towards denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula. --来自AI解读
2008
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivers a formal apology to the Stolen Generations of Indigenous Australians.
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读： On February 13, 2008, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered a formal apology to the Stolen Generations of Indigenous Australians. This apology acknowledged the historical injustices suffered by Aboriginal Australians and marked a significant step towards reconciliation. --来自AI解读
2010
A bomb explodes in the Indian city of Pune, killing 17 and injuring 60 more.
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读： On February 13, 2010, a bomb exploded in the Indian city of Pune, killing 17 people and injuring 60 more. The attack was attributed to terrorist groups and highlighted the ongoing security challenges faced by India. --来自AI解读
2012
The European Space Agency's Vega rocket makes its maiden launch from French Guiana, carrying nine satellites into orbit.
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读： On February 13, 2012, the European Space Agency's Vega rocket made its maiden launch from French Guiana, successfully carrying nine satellites into orbit. This marked a significant milestone for European space exploration and demonstrated the capabilities of the Vega rocket. --来自AI解读
2013
North Korea conducts its third underground nuclear test.
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读： On February 13, 2013, North Korea conducted its third underground nuclear test, sparking international condemnation and raising concerns about the country's nuclear program. --来自AI解读
2017
Kim Jong-nam, half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, is assassinated at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
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读： On February 13, 2017, Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, was assassinated at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The assassination was attributed to North Korean agents and highlighted the regime's brutal tactics. --来自AI解读
2021
The United States Senate votes to acquit former President Donald Trump on charges of inciting the January 6 United States Capitol attack.
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读： On February 13, 2021, the United States Senate voted to acquit former President Donald Trump on charges of inciting the January 6 United States Capitol attack. The acquittal was a significant political event in the United States and sparked debate about presidential accountability. --来自AI解读
