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Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.

Oil prices jumped due to concerns about supply risks in the Middle East and declining US inventories. Brent rose to $78.39 and WTI to $75.39 per barrel, recovering from the lows of 2024.

NASA has postponed the SpaceX flight to September due to problems with Boeing Starliner engines. Options for returning astronauts are being considered, including the use of a SpaceX capsule, which could delay their return until 2025.

Mexico has invited Putin to the inauguration of newly elected President Claudia Sheinbaum on October 1. Mexico has ratified the Rome Statute and should arrest Putin if he arrives, as the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for him.

Google can avoid antitrust actions by terminating its default search agreement with Apple. This could cost Apple up to $20 billion in profits, but will accelerate its transition to AI-based search services.

In Nigeria, tailors and their sponsors were detained for making Russian flags for anti-government protests. The authorities regarded the use of a foreign flag at the rallies as treason.

The German company Hugo Boss has completed the sale of its Russian business to the wholesale company Stockman. The amount of the deal was not disclosed, but the Russian authorities require a discount of at least 50% when Western companies sell their business in Russia.

A 39-year-old Polish man accused of attacking Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has told a court he does not remember anything. He denied responsibility, citing alcohol consumption and a 'bad day'.

At least five US military personnel were injured in a missile strike on the Al-Asad air base in Iraq. One of the wounded is in serious condition, and the number of casualties may increase.

Al-Asad military air base in Iraq was attacked by missiles. Katyusha missiles hit US and other forces twice, but there is no information on damage or casualties.

Harris Channel considers Josh Shapiro and Tema water as candidates for vice president of the United States. The election won't be announced until August 6, a key decision for her campaign against Republicans.

The Iranian foreign ministry declares the right to punish Israel, but does not want an escalation in the Middle East. The United States is strengthening its military presence in the region due to fears of a possible Iranian attack on Israel.

Oil prices fell due to a sell-off in the stock market, caused by fear of a recession in the United States. The decline is limited due to the loss of supplies from Libya and the risk of an escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.

Gold prices fell by 2% due to the liquidation of positions by investors amid a sell-off of shares. Analysts believe that the attractiveness of gold as a safe asset remains high amid fears of a recession in the United States.

German brand Hugo Boss has sold its business in Russia to its wholesale partner Stockmann. The company has completely withdrawn from the Russian market due to the war in Ukraine, having fulfilled its contractual obligations to its partners.

Australia has raised the terrorist threat level from “possible” to “probable” due to the growth of extremist views.

The Chinese Coast Guard reported observations of Philippine patrol and fishing vessels near the Sabina Shoal.

Mali has severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine over the ISI's comments on the fighting in the north of the country.

An Israeli air strike on two schools in Gaza City killed at least 30 people. On the same day, Israeli aircraft attacked a tent city near a hospital, bringing the total number of Palestinians killed to 44.

The New Zealand government announced changes in economic policy due to low GDP growth and a large current account deficit. It is planned to increase exports to support the economy, which grew by only 0.3% for the year.

A landslide on the Chilcotín River created a natural dam, leading to flooding in Colombia. The authorities announced an evacuation in one of the remote areas, expecting a significant increase in the water level in the river.

An Israeli air strike on a school for displaced persons in Gaza killed at least 15 Palestinians. Earlier, two air strikes in the West Bank killed nine militants, including a local commander.

Violent riots against immigrants have broken out in the UK. Hundreds of protesters took to the streets after false information was spread about a knife attack allegedly committed by a radical Muslim migrant.

British police have charged two more men with arson at a Ukrainian business in London linked to russia. The 22-year-old and 19-year-old suspects are charged with aggravated arson, and one is also charged with weapons possession.

President Zelenskyy announced the evacuation of 30 Ukrainians from dangerous areas of Lebanon. Among the evacuees are women and children who are already safe in Poland.

The U. S. team set a world record in the 4x400-meter mixed relay at the Paris Olympics, running 3:07.41. This is the first world record of the 2024 Games in athletics.

Donald Trump has agreed to participate in a debate with US Vice President Kamala Harris on September 4. The format will be similar to the debate with Biden, but with a full audience.

In the Mexican capital, a false earthquake signal was triggered, causing panic among the population. Residents fled their homes and workplaces, even though there was no real earthquake.

Turkey has blocked access to Instagram after the platform blocked condolence posts for the slain Hamas leader. The regulator did not specify the reason and duration of the ban, but it happened after an official criticized Instagram's actions.

U. S. President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Biden reaffirmed his commitment to Israel's security against Iranian threats and discussed efforts to support the country's defense.