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Iran has warned the planes about changing routes. The United States warns of a possible attack by Iran and Hezbollah on Israel, and airlines suspend flights to the region.

US Secretary of State Blinken informs G7 ministers of a possible Iranian attack on Israel in the next 24-48 hours. The United States expects Hezbollah and other Iranian allies in the region to participate.

Ukraine's Deputy Energy Ministers met with the JICA delegation. The parties discussed Japan's assistance in the energy sector and plans for long-term cooperation, in particular in the development of renewable energy sources and infrastructure rehabilitation.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine discussed with the Vice President of the European Commission the decision of the G7 to provide Ukraine with $50 billion. The funds are to be made available by the end of this year.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Vice President of the European Commission. They discussed energy sanctions, Ukraine's receipt of $50 billion from Russian assets, and the Ukraine Facility program.

G7 ministers expressed solidarity with the people of Venezuela and concern over the election results. They called for the publication of detailed results and a peaceful resolution of the situation amid the protests.

A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working on a visit to Ukraine. According to Indian media, the visit may take place on August 23, but there is no official confirmation yet.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine expects the G7 to quickly develop procedures for the transfer of $50 billion from Russian assets. These funds are important for covering Ukraine's budget expenditures in 2025.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine announced that he expects $3. 9 billion in direct budget support from the United States in the coming weeks. They also discussed energy aid and the use of frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine and Greece finalize the text of a bilateral security agreement. Ukraine has already concluded 25 such agreements and is negotiating with four more states to sign a security document.

Masahito Moriyama, Minister of Education of Japan, arrived in Ukraine to meet with Ukrainian colleagues. They plan to discuss joint projects in the fields of culture and education.

U. S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expects to approve the terms of a $50 billion loan to Ukraine by October. The funds are to be provided from frozen Russian assets, which are to remain blocked until the loan is repaid.

Narendra Modi is planning a visit to Kyiv on August 23. This will be the first trip to Ukraine by an Indian prime minister since the Russian invasion in 2022, following an invitation from President Zelensky.

Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova said that Ukraine will receive all of the budgetary aid from the United States by the end of October. Out of the $60 billion in allocated aid, $7.9 billion is direct budget support.

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 1977 UAH/USD, which strengthened it by 2 kopecks. On the interbank market, the dollar is traded at UAH 41.1-41.15, the euro at UAH 45.56-45.59.

European Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni announced the possibility of concluding a G7 framework agreement on a $50 billion loan to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets by October 2024. The loan would be issued from $300 billion of frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine's Finance Minister asked the G7 to speed up the development of procedures for the use of $50 billion from frozen Russian assets. Marchenko emphasized the need for continued international support for Ukraine.

G7 leaders consider using the proceeds of frozen Russian assets to provide a $50 billion loan to Ukraine. The United States demands guarantees of a long-term freeze on Russian assets until a peace agreement is concluded.

The US Treasury Department requires institutions to report russian assets by August 2, 2024. This is part of the implementation of the Ukraine Support Act, which provides for the freezing of russian assets until compensation is paid.

EU countries will discuss extending sanctions on Russian assets to secure a $50 billion G7 loan to Ukraine. Options for an indefinite extension or for 3 years are being considered.

The G7+ Coordination Group has prioritized assistance to Ukraine's energy sector. Attention will be paid to equipment, backup power supply and distributed generation to strengthen the power system.

Andriy Yermak discussed with John Bass the G7 summit, the global peace summit, the security agreement, sanctions, Ukraine's sovereignty and other issues related to US support for Ukraine.

Pope Francis arrived at the G7 summit, shook hands with world leaders, including Biden and Modi, and gave a speech on AI.

During the G7 summit, Canada announced new sanctions against Russia, targeting individuals and entities and the military-industrial complex, including the Pobeda airline and Russian media.

The G7 summit will discuss how Ukraine can benefit even faster from frozen Russian assets, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will represent Turkey at the peace summit in Switzerland after attending a meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in russia.

Zelensky will meet with Biden in Normandy and at the G7 summit to discuss Ukraine's fight with Russia and opportunities for continued support, including the potential use of frozen Russian funds for Ukraine's military efforts.

The peace summit aims to involve representatives of the Russian Federation in peace talks, paying special attention to nuclear and food security, as well as the return of abducted Ukrainian children.

Zelensky will take part in the G7 summit, where the key topics will be increasing defense support, creating a coalition of fighter jets and accelerating the supply of F-16s and air defense systems.

President Volodymyr Zelensky will take part in the group of Seven summit, which will be held on June 13-15 in the city of Brindisi in southern Italy, Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni confirmed.