NATO military leaders plan to discuss Ukraine on Wednesday, according to The Guardian. The meeting will take place after the Washington summit dedicated to peace efforts.
Israel is studying Hamas's proposal for a 60-day truce and hostage exchange. However, fighting continues in Gaza, complicating the achievement of a final agreement.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine will receive NATO-like protection with the support of European leaders. He confirmed that Ukraine will not become a NATO member but will receive security guarantees.
EU, UK, and NATO leaders arrived at the White House. Among them were the NATO Secretary General, the head of the European Commission, the prime ministers of Britain and Italy, the presidents of Finland and France, and the German Chancellor.
Ibiza faces a housing crisis amid rising rents, forcing locals and seasonal workers to live in unauthorized camps. The average rent on the island has reached 33.7 euros per square meter, significantly exceeding the national minimum wage.
Oil prices were little changed after falling earlier in trading. The US did not put further pressure on Russia to limit oil exports after the leaders' meeting.
Russia proposes to freeze the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions in exchange for control over Donetsk region - these conditions became known to Reuters from sources, in the context of topics that Putin and Trump discussed in Alaska.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Donald Trump's proposal to transfer Donetsk Oblast to freeze the front. Trump believes Ukraine should make a deal with Russia.
European leaders comment on the results of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, calling for continued pressure on Moscow and support for Ukraine. They emphasize the need for reliable security guarantees for Ukraine and Europe.
At Trump's briefing after the summit with Putin, security guarantees for Ukraine, which is not a NATO member, were discussed. These guarantees are equivalent to NATO's Article 5, which provides for collective defense.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak thanked Melania Trump for her role in saving deported Ukrainian children. She raised the issue of child abduction in a letter to Putin, which Donald Trump handed over in Alaska.
Donald Trump said he is not considering immediate tariffs on China for buying Russian oil, but may do so "in two or three weeks. " He threatened sanctions against countries buying Russian oil if the war in Ukraine is not stopped.
US First Lady Melania Trump addressed Vladimir Putin with a letter about the abduction of Ukrainian children. The document was handed over by Donald Trump during negotiations in Alaska.
In southern Denmark, a passenger train collided with a vehicle at a crossing, and one carriage derailed. One person died, several were injured, and train traffic was suspended.
Israel is negotiating with South Sudan regarding the possible resettlement of Palestinians from Gaza. The Palestinian Authority categorically rejects this idea, calling it unacceptable.
Foreign media, including The New York Times and Sky News, reacted to the results of the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska. The main topic of discussion was the lack of agreement on a ceasefire in Ukraine.
During the Trump-Putin talks, rostrums with the US coat of arms and flags of both countries were set up, hinting at a joint press conference. There is no official confirmation yet, the format of the address may change.
The Russian dictator handed the US president pseudo-historical materials justifying Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Center for Countering Disinformation stated.
Western media, including Reuters, CNN, and The New York Times, described the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska as very warm and friendly. NBC highlighted the contrast with the meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy.
The White House has released the full list of the US delegation accompanying Donald Trump to the summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The meeting will take place in Anchorage, without the signing of documents.
In the first half of 2025, "Rusal" incurred a net loss of $87 million. This was due to rising costs, interest payments, and currency fluctuations.
Natural gas prices in Europe fell to May lows. This happened amid the anticipated summit of the US and Russian presidents, which could affect the energy market.
A source close to the Kremlin reported on possible agreements between Trump and Putin at the summit on August 15 in Alaska. The meeting will begin at 10:00 PM Kyiv time.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced the start of construction of a new settlement, which is intended to divide the West Bank and cut it off from East Jerusalem. This step, he said, will block the creation of a Palestinian state.
In Indian Kashmir, Kishtwar district, at least 46 people have died and over 200 are missing due to a sudden heavy downpour. The incident occurred on a popular pilgrimage route, washing away a street kitchen and a security post.
Romania proposes expanding the joint mine-clearing mission with Bulgaria and Turkey in the Black Sea. The goal is to strengthen the protection of energy infrastructure and trade routes from threats posed by Russia.
The US will explore investments in Pakistan's critical minerals and hydrocarbons. This includes cooperation in gold and copper mining in Balochistan province.
In the north of the Netherlands, a hot air balloon made a hard landing, as a result of which one person died and five were injured. The incident occurred due to an unexpected gust of wind, which caused passengers to fall out.
Joseph Aoun emphasized the disarmament of Hezbollah. Iranian representative Ali Larijani stated that he respects the decision of the Lebanese government.
Geneva has temporarily abolished public transport fees due to a peak in ozone pollution. This is one of the measures to combat high temperatures and pollution.
