Stepan Haftko
Trump said an agreement had been reached with Canada and postponed the 50% tariffs for three days. He also mentioned the possible revival of Keystone XL.
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated around 1,190 Russian military personnel, 50 artillery systems, 2 tanks, and 1,738 drones. Russia's total losses exceeded 1.47 million personnel.
IAEA inspectors visited undeclared nuclear sites in Syria for the first time, including the former Al-Kibar reactor and a uranium storage facility. The Syrian government requested the inspection after the fall of the Assad regime.
NASA published images of a new crater on the Moon formed after the crash of a stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The crater is approximately 18 meters in diameter and up to 3 meters deep.
Independent American oil companies are preparing to sign agreements with PDVSA on oil production. This could increase Venezuela’s output by 300,000 barrels per day.
The Canadian GRIZZLY self-propelled howitzer is equipped with HARK acoustic sensors for 360-degree UAV detection. In Ukraine, the company ZVOOK offers a similar NW0 system for detecting FPV drones at a distance of 150–450 meters.
Israel confirmed the strike on the Abu al-Duhur air base in Syria over the threat of a Turkish troop deployment. The United States called the attack an unnecessary escalation and urged the avoidance of incidents.
The Norwegian institute Norce twice denied a candidate of Russian origin a job, citing security risks. The tribunal found discrimination on ethnic grounds and awarded compensation of 25,000 kroner.
Madonna received 11 nominations for the 2026 MTV VMAs, including "Artist of the Year" and "Video of the Year. " Taylor Swift has nine nominations, and the ceremony will take place on September 27 in Los Angeles.
Ukraine manufactures armored vehicles for evacuating the wounded, including the "Novator-2S," "Dzhura-Evac," and "Kozak-5MED. " They differ in their level of protection, capacity, and the design of the medical compartment.
Argentina acknowledged that it does not have ready infrastructure for the F-16 fighter jets received from Denmark. Work at the air base in Tandil will not be completed before the end of 2028.
Volodymyr Klitschko spoke publicly for the first time about the death of Hayden Panettiere, calling it a heavy blow for the family. He promised his daughter Kaya that he would always speak about her mother with respect.
The U. S. Army signed an agreement with Hanwha to supply 18 prototypes of a new mobile artillery system worth up to $262 million. The system is intended to replace the outdated M777 towed howitzers.
Ella Pamfilova said that Russians who left and “betrayed” the country should be stripped of their right to vote. She also expressed concerns about provocations at polling stations abroad during the September elections.
Disney is demanding that the review of ABC television stations’ licenses be halted, considering it political pressure. The FCC suspects ABC of discrimination in hiring, which could lead to the licenses being revoked.
Former Meta engineer Arturo Béjar testified in court that internal surveys showed a significantly higher prevalence of harmful content for teenagers than official reports indicated. The lawsuit brought by 29 states against the company is ongoing, and Meta denies the allegations.
In Zimbabwe, a government ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, killing at least 94 people. There were about 180 passengers on board, exceeding the vessel’s permitted capacity.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U. S. President Donald Trump held a phone call ahead of the entry into force of new 50% American tariffs on some Canadian imports. The duties will cover goods worth about $20 billion, while businesses warn of the risk of job losses.
At least six Palestinians were killed and others injured in an Israeli strike on the Gaza Strip. The Israel Defense Forces said they attacked Hamas commanders who were planning attacks on military personnel.
Archaeologists on the island of Lilla Karlsö discovered the remains of a young woman and a fetus dating back 8,000–9,500 years. The woman was 17–19 years old; the fetus may have died due to complications during childbirth.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina withdrew from the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati before the third round due to a right ankle injury. She noted that the problem worsened during her second-round match, so she was unable to recover.
German security agencies are recording an intensification of Russian disinformation campaigns ahead of state elections. The far-right AfD, which advocates restoring relations with Moscow, is showing high poll ratings in three regions.
The European Union stated that the DPRK remains a serious threat to regional and global security, disagreeing with Trump's assessment. Brussels emphasized the link between the security of Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.
Russian drones attacked Zaporizhzhia, killing one person and injuring six others. Buildings were damaged, and a fire broke out.
Frank Beard, drummer of ZZ Top, died at the age of 77 at a ranch in Texas. The band canceled concerts following his death.
26-year-old Ryan Michael English was sentenced to 73 months in prison for attempting to kill Scott Bessent in January 2025. He pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm and attempting to bring it into the Capitol.
Bayern midfielder Jamal Musiala lost consciousness for the second time in four days during a friendly match against Heidenheim. Doctors diagnosed him with temporary seizures caused by a neurological disorder.
The International Criminal Court condemned U. S. sanctions against its president and staff, calling them an undermining of the rule of law. The court will continue its work, supporting its staff and victims of international crimes.
Lithuanian President’s adviser Marius Česnuliavičius said that six hours is sufficient to cross the country. The proposal provides for the use of a license plate recognition system.
Zelenskyy received the credentials of the new ambassadors of four countries. They discussed support for Ukraine and the development of trade and economic relations.