American military personnel observed joint military exercises of Russia and Belarus, which began amid escalating tensions with NATO. Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin invited them to see "everything that interests them," which became another sign of warming relations between Washington and Belarus.
The EU and the US have approved a framework trade agreement. A 15% tax will apply to almost all European goods going to the US, while Europe will abolish import tariffs on American products and purchase chips, energy carriers, and military equipment.
US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the Russian attack on the Flex plant in Mukachevo. As a result of the August 21 attack, 23 people were injured.
American aviation giant Boeing is close to signing a large-scale deal with China for the sale of about 500 aircraft. This contract could become a key element in trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing and restore Boeing's position in the Chinese market.
New Zealand will spend $1. 6 billion on five MH-60R naval helicopters and two Airbus A321XLR aircraft. This is the largest investment since the decision to modernize the outdated equipment of the defense fleet.
Russia launched a massive air strike on Ukraine, hitting an American electronics manufacturer in the west of the country. This is not the first Russian attack on American enterprises in Ukraine.
Boeing is exploring new technologies to modernize the Patriot missile's seeker heads. The goal is to increase production volumes and reduce costs while maintaining combat effectiveness.
Russian aircraft manufacturers produced only one commercial aircraft out of 15 planned due to sanctions and high interest rates. This is part of a broader slowdown in industrial production in Russia.
The US Department of Defense announced on July 31, 2025, the signing of large-scale contracts worth tens of billions of dollars. The agreements cover aviation, navy, army, scientific developments, and international cooperation, including arms supplies to allies.
World experience shows that without state support, the aviation industry cannot function effectively, and investments in it create thousands of jobs.
The European Union plans to impose 30% tariffs on American goods worth about 100 billion euros if the US follows through on its threat of tariffs after August 1. This will include industrial goods, cars, and whiskey, affecting a third of American exports to the EU.
Western sanctions have led to a decline in civil aviation in the Russian Federation, an increase in aircraft maintenance prices, and the grounding of part of the aircraft fleet. This has caused an increase in ticket prices and a projected decrease in passenger traffic.
The European Court of Human Rights will announce its decision on July 9 in the case "Ukraine and the Netherlands v. the Russian Federation". The case concerns systemic human rights violations in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions and the downing of flight MH17.
Russia bypasses sanctions by obtaining Western aircraft spare parts through Turkey, China, and the UAE. One billion euros worth of parts entered the Russian Federation between February 2022 and September 2024 through a network of intermediaries.
India is investigating the Boeing 787-8 crash that killed 270 people. Both black boxes have been found, experts are studying the records to establish the causes of the tragedy.
An Air India plane en route to London crashed in India immediately after takeoff, killing at least 30 people. The plane crashed in a residential area near the city of Ahmedabad airport.
Iran Air is preparing for the lifting of US sanctions, looking for planes and partners for expansion. The company has contacted various airlines, seeking to conclude code-sharing agreements.
Minister Elina Valtonen proposes to strengthen sanctions against Russia by lowering the price cap on oil and introducing duties on Russian exports to the EU. The US has an important role to play in strengthening sanctions.
Polish customs seized 5 tons of tires for Boeing aircraft that were to transit to Russia bypassing EU sanctions. The sender was a company from Spain.
Eurojust has begun coordinating an international investigation into corruption schemes in the procurement of military equipment for NATO. NSPA employees are suspected.
Donald Trump has signed an agreement with Qatar on economic cooperation worth more than $1. 2 trillion. The agreements will promote innovation, American leadership and put America on the path to a new Golden Age.
Reconstructing the plane for Trump involves installing top-secret systems and will take years. Experts believe that the project may not be completed by the end of his term.
China allows Boeing aircraft deliveries after trade deal with US. Resumption of deliveries will be a stimulus for Boeing, as China will provide 20% of global demand.
Boeing plans to deliver the new Air Force One aircraft by 2027, although there are delays due to labor shortages and supplier issues. The project is five years behind schedule.
Euroclear will redistribute 3 billion euros of frozen Russian funds to Western investors to compensate for losses from Moscow's actions. Russia has already arrested 3 billion euros of Euroclear funds.
Ryanair's CEO has stated that the company may refuse to purchase Boeing aircraft if Trump's tariffs make them too expensive. Ryanair's fleet consists of over 575 Boeing aircraft.
Amazon has launched 27 Kuiper satellites, worth $10 billion, to provide broadband internet around the world. The company plans to launch 3,236 satellites and begin serving customers as early as this year.
The US plans to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth more than $100 billion during Trump's visit. Lockheed Martin and RTX Corp may be key suppliers.
China is abandoning Boeing aircraft due to the trade war with the United States. The company is actively looking for alternative buyers to reduce losses and restore profits.
Hungary can force the EU to lift sanctions against €210 billion of frozen Russian assets. This will remove the guarantee on loans to Ukraine and shift their coverage to EU and G7 taxpayers.
