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The European Union is ready to accept a trade agreement with the US with a 10% universal tariff, but wants lower rates in key sectors such as cars, steel, and aluminum. The agreement must be concluded by July 9 to avoid a rise in duties to 50% on almost all European exports to the US.
Moldova's Action and Solidarity Party, led by Dorin Recean, leads in polls, garnering about 40% of the vote, which corresponds to 49 seats in parliament. This is not enough for an absolute majority; the party is two votes short.
The UK stated that all members of the Eurofighter Typhoon consortium support the sale of fighter jets to Turkey, overcoming Germany's previous blocking. This increases the prospects for realizing the deal, which has been under negotiation for years.
Starlink plans to invest approximately $112. 7 million in South African infrastructure to support the 16 countries of the Southern African Development Community. The company aims to conclude an agreement with South African authorities before the G20 summit in November, using local firms for construction.
This year, Bitcoin is breaking records, while most altcoins are experiencing a significant decline, having lost over $300 billion in market value. Bitcoin now accounts for 64% of the total market value of crypto assets.
In an interview with Fox News, Donald Trump called billionaire Elon Musk an "amazing guy" and "upset" because he "wasn't getting what he wanted. " This interview was recorded before Musk's latest critical posts regarding the tax bill were published.
Donald Trump said he has found a group of "very wealthy people" who are ready to buy TikTok. He awaits approval from China and President Xi Jinping, and will reveal names in about two weeks.
In the Serbian capital, Belgrade, clashes between protesters and police occurred during an anti-government rally, resulting in the arrest of nearly 80 people. Tens of thousands of people demanded early elections and the removal of President Aleksandar Vučić.
Vladimir Putin has announced cuts to military spending for the next three years after Kremlin officials warned Russia was on the verge of recession. This also comes amid record interest rates and inflation in the country.
Donald Trump said that a truce in Gaza is close and could be reached as early as next week. He noted that the US is intervening due to the death toll and is providing significant aid to the region.
A Tesla Model Y electric car independently drove from the factory to a customer's home in Austin, Texas, without a driver or remote control. The trip, which covered city roads and highways, demonstrates the company's progress in autonomous driving.
60 congressional Democrats are demanding that Secretary of State Marco Rubio abandon plans to cut State Department staff. They oppose firing 700 diplomats and canceling entrance exams for service.
European NATO countries are increasing defense spending but refusing American weapons. This is due to concerns about the policy of Trump, who has already threatened to annex the territory of a European country.
India's Defense Minister called on China to intensify work on demarcating the Himalayan section of the border. This is the first such public call from a high-ranking Indian official since 2014, amidst the ongoing border conflict.
Estonia has confirmed its readiness to host F-35 aircraft of the North Atlantic Alliance on its territory, capable of carrying nuclear weapons. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called this "dangerous" for Russia.
President of France Macron stated the effectiveness of American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities such as Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. He also emphasized President Trump's active position on a ceasefire in Gaza.
IDF announces Israeli military has set back Iranian nuclear program by years. New satellite images from Maxar Technologies confirm extensive damage to Iranian nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan.
Shell Plc has denied rumors of plans to acquire BP Plc, stating that it has not considered or held negotiations regarding such a deal. Reports of a possible takeover emerged after BP's shares rose amid speculation about its transformation into a takeover target due to poor performance.
The euro is approaching $1. 17, a key level for its further growth to $1.20. Analysts predict further strengthening of the euro amid a weakening dollar and a possible rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stated that SpaceX rocket launches in Texas have polluted the country's territory, and the government is studying the consequences. Rocket fragments have already been found in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.
The meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump has begun on the sidelines of the NATO summit, Bloomberg news agency reported.
US President Donald Trump stated at a closed NATO meeting the need to resolve the situation with the war in Ukraine, which is "completely out of control. " This was seen as a positive sign of interaction, although the comment was made against the background of a lack of enthusiasm for a meeting with Zelensky.
A new Climate Risk Vulnerability Index has revealed that poor countries suffer the most from climate change but do not receive sufficient funding. The authors of the Index warn that cuts in aid from the US and the UK will worsen the situation.
Ferrari expands into sailing with the unveiling of a 30-meter engine-free racing yacht prototype. The Hypersail vessel, designed by Guillaume Verdier, will run exclusively on sail power and serve as a platform for testing new technologies.
Moonbug Entertainment and Sanrio Co. have teamed up to create a new animated series that will launch in 2026. This partnership includes the development of both content and consumer goods, which will expand the reach of both brands in children's content.
The price of gold fell by 1. 3% to $3330 per ounce due to decreased demand for safe-haven assets after the stabilization of the situation between Israel and Iran. The market is affected by geopolitical tensions and US economic statistics, in particular the decline in consumer confidence.
According to Bloomberg Economics, a full-scale Russian war against Europe could reduce global GDP by $1. 5 trillion. Russia is actively increasing arms production, and the Baltic states are considered a potential target for aggression.
The US and UK embassies in Qatar have urged their citizens to be careful following a US air attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. Qatar has temporarily suspended air traffic and increased security measures, as have Bahrain and Kuwait.
Australia calls for de-escalation after US missile strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. The Australian government emphasizes the risk of a large-scale conflict and the importance of a diplomatic resolution.
Tesla is launching its first robotaxi service in Austin with a limited fleet of vehicles and only in certain areas. The project aims to restore investor confidence and the market after falling sales, relying on autonomous driving, artificial intelligence, and robotics.