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The US House of Representatives approved temporary government funding until December 4 to avoid a shutdown before the midterm elections. The bill faces resistance in the Senate due to disputes over spending and immigration policy.
Indian refineries unloaded more than 2. 3 million barrels of Russian oil per day in June, despite US sanctions. The growth in supplies was facilitated by a reduction in exports from the Persian Gulf and a drop in Urals oil prices.
The President of Azerbaijan stated that a meeting of former high-ranking officials from Germany and Russia took place in Baku on July 12-14. German Chancellor Merz denied any government involvement in these negotiations.
Pete Hegseth will testify before the Senate, defending the Trump administration's request for additional funding. The testimony comes amid growing skepticism over the collapse of the ceasefire and the deaths of three American servicemen.
The US is imposing 50% tariffs on dairy products, alcohol, and hockey equipment from Canada. Canada is in no hurry to react, the Canadian dollar exchange rate has declined.
Republican Senator Darlene Graham has announced her candidacy in the special U. S. Senate election from South Carolina. Her candidacy has been endorsed by President Donald Trump.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that embassy staff were detained, interrogated, and one was attacked. He called this a flagrant violation of diplomatic immunity.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary. Louise Haigh has received three key positions, coordinating the work of the government.
President Zelenskyy is discussing replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The media names Major General Mykhailo Drapaty as a possible successor.
Oil tanker Kavomaleas stopped near Oman after IRGC's statements about attacks on ships. Traffic through the strait has almost stopped due to the escalation between the US and Iran.
Brent oil price rose to $91 per barrel due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. Iran announced the collapse of the ceasefire regime, increasing the risks of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
Canadian rapper Drake lost $1. 5 million by betting on Argentina's victory in the 2026 World Cup final, which Spain beat 1-0. This added to the list of the singer's failed predictions, known as the "Drake curse."
US President Donald Trump did not announce a change in strategy on Iran, despite the increase in losses among American servicemen to 17 people. Washington plans to maintain its course of strikes on Iranian targets and the safety of navigation.
Péter Magyar proposed legendary chess player Judit Polgár the position of President of Hungary. A meeting is planned to discuss the proposal before the adoption of the new Constitution.
Andy Burnham will officially become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer. In his first address, he promises to improve the lives of Britons and calls for unity.
Boeing increased production of seeker heads for PAC-3 missiles by 30% in 2025, manufacturing 650 units. In 2026, the company plans to bring the figure to 850 units.
Trump Media & Technology Group offers traders to pay up to $100,000 per month for faster access to Trump's posts on Truth Social. This has sparked a negative reaction on Wall Street due to the impact on markets.
The number of fatalities from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 5,119 people, with 16,740 injured. Authorities are transitioning from rescue operations to providing housing for the affected.
Botswana's Ministry of International Relations stated that more and more citizens are being forced to fight on Russia's side in the war against Ukraine. The ministry receives calls from citizens who are on the front line and report dangerous conditions.
FIFA does not plan to postpone the World Cup final due to smoke from Canadian forest fires. The smoke is expected to dissipate by Sunday, when the match will take place.
Andy Burnham may face a decision on the use of British bases for US strikes on Iran. Keir Starmer's government has held talks on resuming attacks, but British officials are concerned about escalation.
The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 5,069 people, with over 16,740 injured. The state of La Guaira was the hardest hit, and thousands of people have been left homeless.
FAA has allowed Boeing to once again independently issue airworthiness certificates for 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The decision will take effect on July 20 after data analysis and safety assessment.
Wheat futures reached a two-year high, but the gains were offset by weak U. S. export data. Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports have reduced a third of grain export capacity.
Several of the richest people in Russia, close to Putin, moved billions of dollars abroad. The capital outflow intensified due to fears of asset confiscation and economic problems.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe stated that the average life expectancy of a Russian recruit on the battlefield in Ukraine is 20-30 minutes due to AI-based drones. Kyiv limits Moscow's advances thanks to innovations with attack drones.
Péter Szijjártó left parliament to join Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD. In his new position, he will be responsible for external relations and business development.
The US is pushing for the restoration of the Kirkuk-Baniyas pipeline to transport oil from Iraq to Syria. This will reduce Iran's influence on global energy supplies.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the strike on the oil refining complex "Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat", the Afipsky Refinery, the area of ship transshipment near Gelendzhik, tankers, dry cargo vessels, and other military facilities of Russia.
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar launches the second phase of restoring democracy after the removal of the president and judges appointed by Viktor Orbán. The parliament approved constitutional changes that limit terms for legislators and create a body for returning assets.