Stepan Haftko
Trump linked the rise in diesel prices to Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil refineries. Analysts believe the impact of the Strait of Hormuz is significantly greater.
The U. S. House committee approved consideration of the bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran. The final vote is scheduled for September 16.
The Coast Guard and the FBI inspected the VL Prosperity following suspicions of a foreign cyberattack. No casualties or operational disruptions were reported.
Ukraine could potentially obtain a license to produce PAC-2 GEM-T missiles for Patriot. The missile is less effective than the PAC-3, but simpler and more widely produced.
The Russians painted the anti-submarine vessel to resemble coastal buildings and installed anti-drone nets. Experts doubt the camouflage's effectiveness.
The Volkswagen Mission Efficiency prototype covered 1,278 km from Wolfsburg to Vienna on a single charge. Its drag coefficient is 0.158.
The “Rassvet-3” system has still not reached an altitude of 800 km. Some of the satellites have already deorbited or risk burning up in the atmosphere.
There is no unified procedure in Lithuania for opening shelters at night during an air threat. Municipalities are preparing remote access systems.
The first Diplodocus remains outside the United States have been discovered in Spain. The find could shed light on the species’ distribution during the Jurassic period.
Major General Anton Hrunis, commander of the Russian 4th Brigade, was killed in Ukraine. He reported to Putin about the alleged capture of Kostiantynivka.
Jon Hamm's wife, Anna Osceola, showed her pregnancy for the first time on the red carpet at the 2026 Emmys. This will be the couple's first child.
Due to a gasoline shortage in the region, a limit of 30 liters per refueling has been introduced until October 1. About 20% of gas stations have halted operations.
The United States will remove hundreds of troops and equipment from Iraq, mostly to Jordan. Pro-Iranian groups are refusing to disarm.
The U. S. Treasury is studying $5,000 payments to adults if Republicans win the election. The program could cost $1.3 trillion.
64-year-old Steve Carell humorously embraced the “zaddy” status at the 2026 Emmys. The actor also spoke about his 31-year marriage to Nancy.
Brent rose to $108. 75 after disruptions at the Saudi hub of Yanbu. Repairs to the pipeline could take up to 8 weeks.
The yield on 10-year US bonds rose to 5. 041% — the highest level since 2007. The dollar strengthened, while bitcoin fell by 5%.
Half of Russia's six largest oil refineries have reduced or halted diesel production following drone attacks. Moscow has restricted fuel exports.
Chuck Norris, Robert Redford and Nicholas Brendon were not included in the television In Memoriam segment. The Academy explained the choice by citing limited airtime.
In the United States, several Russian nationals have been charged with plotting to kill a dissident in Washington. The names of those involved and the targets were not disclosed.
Ukraine and Austria discussed locomotives for the railway and the use of frozen Russian assets. They also raised the security of the Black Sea and support for children.
The first five months of the war cost the US $38 billion, and each subsequent month could add $2–3 billion. Inflation could rise in 2027.
Viktor Tsyhankov scored his first goal for "Ajax" in the match against «Willem II». The Amsterdam side won 5–1.
Kelly Osbourne said she saw no chance of reconciliation with Aimee due to their lack of closeness since childhood. She called the sisters opposites.
Russia called on foreign officials to assess the risks of traveling to Ukraine. The statement came after a strike on a train in Volyn.
The remains of 90 people were discovered at Lviv’s Holoskivske Cemetery, and 89 have already been exhumed. They include 7 Wehrmacht servicemen and 82 Polish soldiers.
Kaja Kallas said she would answer a call from Putin or Lavrov. She opposes negotiations on Russia's maximalist terms.
Germany wants to produce American PAC-3 and Tomahawk missiles in Europe under license. The US and Germany will discuss the agreement and defense cooperation.
The drone that entered Lithuania from Belarus was shot down by Italian NATO fighter jets. The wreckage is being examined; its type and whether it carried explosives have not been established.
The bill provides for tariffs of up to 500% on goods from Russia and its energy partners. The measure could be brought to a vote as early as this week.